Red Lorry Film Festival to Host Special Conversation Celebrating 25 Years of Lagaan

With the Red Lorry Film Festival set to begin tomorrow, audiences will witness a special conversation celebrating 25 years of the landmark film Lagaan on 13 March at INOX Maison. The session brings together some of the key voices behind the film and the evolution of India’s theatrical landscape.

In an engaging fireside chat, Aamir Khan will be in conversation with Ashish Hemrajani, offering audiences a rare opportunity to revisit the story behind one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated films. The discussion will reflect on the bold vision that shaped Lagaan, from the risks involved in producing an unconventional period drama to its remarkable journey from Indian theatres to the global stage.

Bringing an additional creative perspective to the conversation, the film’s director Ashutosh Gowariker will also join the session to share insights into the making of the film and the creative choices that contributed to its enduring resonance.

Beyond revisiting the film itself, the discussion will explore how Lagaan helped redefine scale, storytelling, and audience engagement in theatres. With Hemrajani offering the vantage point of someone who has closely witnessed the transformation of India’s theatrical ecosystem, the session will examine how films like Lagaan played a pivotal role in shaping the modern cinema going experience.

Designed as an interactive and candid exchange rather than a one-sided reflection, the session aims to demystify the legacy of Lagaan unpacking its cultural impact, theatrical journey, and lasting influence on filmmakers, exhibitors, and audiences alike.

Set against the vibrant backdrop of the Red Lorry Film Festival, the conversation promises a rare behind-the-scenes look at a film that didn’t just become a classic it helped reshape how India experiences cinema on the big screen.