PARAdiSe SAFe FOR Filming

Due to its breath-taking natural beauty and unmatched picturesque vistas, Jammu and Kashmir has been a paradise for filming. Veteran line producer Rashmmi Menon discusses her experience filming in Kashmir in this exclusive interview, emphasising that foreign filmmakers can proceed with a recce provided their script matches the screen and location of Kashmir, which is regarded as a secure location to shoot

What about shooting in Kashmir fascinates you as a line producer. What are the benefits of having a movie made in Kashmir?

I have had the opportunity to explore the length and breadth of the region, and I was struck by the beauty of the area. Everywhere I looked, there was stunning natural scenery to behold. I was particularly drawn to the rawness and ruggedness of nature in the region, which gave me a sense of adventure and exploration.

As I travelled to the interior areas of Kashmir, I noticed that there weren’t many people around. This allowed me to appreciate the solitude and quietness of the area.

Rashmmi Menon Producer, A Su Re Production

What made my experience in Kashmir truly special was the hospitality and warmth of the people. While taking a stroll in nature, random people would invite me to their homes for a meal or a cup of tea after striking a conversation with me. This allowed me to immerse myself in the local culture and connect with the people of Kashmir on a deeper level.

How do you introduce Kashmir to a foreign filmmaker... if there is a script that meets the screen and the location is in Kashmir, can they go ahead and