From Cannes to NYC: Anupam Kher’s ‘Tanvi The Great’ Set to Steal the Spotlight at Indian Film Fest

Anupam Kher’s directorial debut, Tanvi The Great, just had an emotional world premiere at the 2025 Cannes Market and is gearing up for its North American premiere at the New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF) on June 19. This heartfelt film, inspired by Kher’s own niece, tells the touching story of a young woman with autism who embarks on a journey to fulfill her late father’s dream of reaching the world’s highest battlefield. It’s a narrative that has already resonated with audiences and critics around the globe.

 

Key Highlights

 

•⁠  ⁠Tanvi The Great features Shubhangi Dutt in her first role, alongside a talented cast that includes Boman Irani, Iain Glen, and Pallavi Joshi. The film boasts music by Oscar-winner M.M. Keeravani and sound design by Resul Pookutty.

 

•⁠  ⁠Critics have lauded the film for its innovative portrayal of autism as a superpower, breaking down stereotypes and celebrating remarkable resilience.

 

•⁠  ⁠After the NYIFF screening, Anupam Kher and Shubhangi Dutt will participate in a live discussion, shedding light on the film’s personal inspirations and its impact on society.

 

•⁠  ⁠The film’s premiere at Cannes left international filmmakers “deeply moved,” and its theatrical release in India on July 18 is highly anticipated.

 

Outlook

 

With its momentum from the festival circuit and its powerful message, Tanvi The Great is set to ignite global conversations about inclusion and redefine heroism in contemporary Indian cinema.

 

Source: Deadline, Hindustan Times, Variety