{"id":41279,"date":"2025-07-17T16:34:01","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T11:04:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/livemumbai.in\/index.php\/2025\/07\/17\/nilgiris-a-shared-wilderness-wildlife-documentary-film-to-release-in-theatres-nationwide\/"},"modified":"2025-07-17T16:34:01","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T11:04:01","slug":"nilgiris-a-shared-wilderness-wildlife-documentary-film-to-release-in-theatres-nationwide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/livemumbai.in\/index.php\/2025\/07\/17\/nilgiris-a-shared-wilderness-wildlife-documentary-film-to-release-in-theatres-nationwide\/","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Nilgiris: A Shared Wilderness\u2019 Wildlife Documentary Film to Release in Theatres Nationwide"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], July 16: <\/strong>Nilgiris:<\/em> A Shared Wilderness, a feature-length wildlife documentary film on India\u2019s first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve \u2013 the Nilgiris, will be released in theatres across India on July 18, 2025. Presented by Felis Films and Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies, and distributed nationwide by Dheeraj Films.<\/p>\n

The Nilgiris\u00a0is the first feature-length wildlife documentary to receive a nationwide theatrical release. The film has already won multiple international awards and received acclaim for its cinematic excellence and storytelling.<\/p>\n

Directed by Emmy-nominated and BAFTA-winning filmmaker Sandesh Kadur, the film was shot in 8K resolution using the best of Sony Professional and RED cameras. It is a true cinematic celebration of the region\u2019s wildlife and landscapes.<\/p>\n

Speaking about the film,\u00a0Rohini Nilekani<\/a>,<\/strong> Executive Producer of the film and Chairperson of Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies, said,<\/p>\n

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\u201cWith this film \u2013\u00a0Nilgiris: A Shared Wilderness, we hope to awaken people to the incredible beauty and biodiversity of this ancient and unique biosphere \u2013 the largest protected forest area in the country, now undergoing rapid change driven by human activity. If we wish to continue to conserve it,\u00a0Samaaj,\u00a0Sarkaarand Bazaar will have to work in unison to nurture this ecosystem. The documentary is a call to action for everyone who feels connected to these sacred landscapes.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Sandesh Kadur<\/a>,<\/strong> Director and Cinematographer of the film, said,<\/p>\n

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\u201cThis is the story of a new wilderness, a mostly human-made landscape, where wildlife continues to adapt and thrive. Where else in the world can you have black leopards, gaur, sloth bears, etc., all living in a tea garden? Although it\u2019s in a constant state of change, it also shows nature\u2019s resilience and adaptability to survive the odds \u2013 if only we allow them the space to do so.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Trailer:<\/strong>
\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=aOwcirOtD5c<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Releasing in:\u00a0Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mysore, Mangalore, Coimbatore, Ooty, Mumbai, Pune, Goa, Kochi, Trivandrum, Delhi, and other cities across India.<\/p>\n

As part of a nationwide education initiative,\u00a0Nilgiris: A Shared Wilderness\u00a0will also be screened through exclusive, discounted student shows across major cities. The initiative aligns with the NEP 2020 vision of encouraging experiential and environmental learning.<\/p>\n

\u201cI urge school principals, teachers, and parents to bring children to the theatres for this special experience. When young minds witness the beauty of our land\u2014its forests, animals, and landscapes\u2014on the big screen, they are inspired to love, to learn, and to protect. Watching a wildlife film like this in a theatre is rare\u2014and powerful. Unlike small screens, the big screen brings every detail to life. With its high-resolution imagery and immersive sound, it feels as if you\u2019re right inside the forest with the animals,\u201d\u00a0says\u00a0Rohini Nilekani, Executive Producer of\u00a0Nilgiris: A Shared Wilderness.<\/p>\n

About Felis Creations<\/h4>\n

A Panda Award-winning company, Felis Creations is a Bangalore-based natural history production house founded by Sandesh Kadur, a BAFTA-winning filmmaker and National Geographic Explorer. They specialise in producing high-quality wildlife and conservation documentaries for global platforms including National Geographic, BBC, Netflix, Apple, and Discovery.<\/p>\n

About Rohini Nilekani<\/h4>\n

Rohini Nilekani is the Chairperson of Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies and Co-founder and Director of EkStep, a non-profit education platform. She is also the Founder and Former Chairperson of Arghyam, a foundation she set up in 2001 for sustainable water and sanitation, which funds initiatives across India. From 2004 to 2014, she was Founder-Chairperson and chief funder of Pratham Books, a non-profit children\u2019s publisher that reached millions of children during her tenure. She sits on the Board of Trustees of ATREE.<\/p>\n

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