Director Tushar Hiranandani Celebrates Special Screening with Fans
On August 22, 2024, a notable update regarding the film Srikanth was shared by director Tushar Hiranandani. The film, starring Rajkummar Rao, Alaya F, and Jyotika, has been released in Indian Sign Language (ISL), making it accessible to a broader audience, including those with hearing impairments. This development has been widely praised and celebrated within the film community and among fans.
Special Screening of Srikanth in Sign Language
The movie Srikanth had its initial release in May earlier this year. The biographical drama, which chronicles the life of visually impaired industrialist Srikanth Bolla, has been appreciated for its portrayal of Bolla’s inspiring journey. The film’s recent adaptation into Indian Sign Language is a significant step towards inclusivity.
Director Tushar Hiranandani took to Instagram to share a video clip from the special ISL screening. Alongside the video, he expressed his gratitude, stating, “This makes us so happy. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to Secretary Shri Rajesh Aggarwal ji from the Ministry of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, for making Srikanth accessible to everyone.”
Collaboration and Support
In his announcement, Hiranandani wrote, “Thank you to the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, for supporting Srikanth with such a beautiful gesture by making it available in ISL so that it is accessible to every person who wants to enjoy it. Thank you Shri Rakesh Agarwal ji and everyone who made this possible. And as always, thank you @pvrcinemas_official for your support.”
The initiative to adapt the film into ISL was a collaborative effort involving multiple organizations. Hiranandani previously announced the project, revealing that T-Series Films, Chalk N Cheese Films, and the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, worked together on this special screening.
Fans’ Reactions and Impact
The news of the film’s adaptation has been well-received by the audience. Fans have expressed their appreciation on social media. One fan commented, “Congratulations Tushar sir. This film is a testament to your genius and vision,” while another added, “Kya baat hai! This is really special. Congrats bro.”
The film’s director and team have received praise for their efforts to make Srikanth more inclusive. The adaptation into Indian Sign Language highlights a growing trend in the film industry to make content accessible to all audiences.
Current Status of Srikanth
Srikanth continues to stream on Netflix, where it has garnered attention for its portrayal of Srikanth Bolla’s life and achievements. On his work front, Rajkummar Rao is also enjoying the success of his recent film Stree 2, a horror-comedy in which he stars alongside Shraddha Kapoor, Pankaj Tripathi, Abhishek Banerjee, and Aparshakti Khurrana.
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