The Kashmir Files – Movie Review and What it Means to US.

One fine day, my friend called me and asked me to accompany him to watch this movie. Until then I was not aware of that movie itself. Before watching the movie, I was informed that it has lot of violence. But I did not hesitate. In the end I would say that it was a privilege to watch this movie on a big screen in theater and I am glad about that.

Let’s start with the Introduction of the movie.

The Kashmir Files is a true story of Kashmiri Pandits (Hindus). It depicts the events of Kashmir that unfolded in January 1990 and the subsequent travails of this community. The movie narrates their story in a gripping manner. This is the first time someone has dared to depict their story. No wonder many attempts have been made to stop this movie from reaching to audiences. Finally the producers were able to release the movie after overcoming various obstacles.

Why shall we watch this movie?

The events depicted in the movie can happen to any of us in future. After seeing the movie you will start reflecting on your life and what will you do if the same thing happens to you. Also the film is well made and all the actors have performed well. Hence this movie is a must watch for everyone.

Now you may say that I cannot see the violence shown in the movie. All through our life we have seen many movies where killing and violence is a common factor. And the violence being shown in any movie is not real. The actors are not dying are getting injured in the movie. The same is the case with The Kashmir Files also. If you want to see Rajamouli’s RRR movie that is being released on 25th March, then you can as well see this movie.

What shall we do after watching the movie?

Having seen the movie we will definitely sympathize with the Kashmiri Pandits. But is that enough? Definitely not enough and it’s our responsibility to contribute something that will reduce their pain to some extent. One thought that will come to our mind is to expect others like politicians or government to act and do something for this community. But that’s not in our hands and we don’t have control over it. I have full control on myself and not on others. So, we as individuals shall do something.

What Can We Do?

Many of us may not be in touch with the Kashmiri Pandits. Their suffering is our suffering also. And if we look in the world there is so much suffering being endured by many. My proposition is that any contribution towards ending the suffering of this world is also a way of helping the Kashmiri Pandits indirectly. We shall resolve to make small contributions on a daily basis to alleviate the pain of this world thereby that of the Kashmiri Pandits. We can possibly provide food for one person or animal. We can help someone who is sick and seeking help. And I am sure there are many ways to contribute. While contributing we shall do it dispassionately.

To conclude I recommend you to watch this movie and then reflect on the message being presented by the movie. Since watching the movie itself is not enough make a resolution to contribute to this world in ways that will alleviate the pain or suffering of the world.