Kannada Cinema Roundtable 2025: Consistency and rooted stories lacking in Sandalwood

Описание: As we wrap up 2025, The Hindu caught up with some of the best artistes from the Kannada film industry of the year for an insightful discussion. Actor Chaithra Achar, writer-actor Shaneel Gautham, debutant directors JP Thuminad and Punit Rangaswamy, Pradeepa head of content, ZEE5 and film critic Kairam Vaashi talk about the highs, lows and the road ahead for Sandalwood.

In a wonderful session at the Mannheim Craft Brewery, the panellists also took questions from a bunch of cinema enthusiasts.

Sponsored by The All-New Kia Seltos, Christ University, NITTE and Crossword. This roundtable is part of The Hindu's Lit for Life Unplugged. #kannadacinema #kannada #sandalwood #cinema #sufromso #kantarachapter1 #roundtable #roundtable2025

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