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Kashmir has never been captured on celluloid so magnificently. What’s new in that, when Santosh Sivan is the cinematographer, you might ask. Sivan has this innate capacity to capture the character of the locations he shoots his or others films in. But you have to watch Tahaan to find out what I mean.

So many films have been shot in Kashmir over the years, from those Shammi Kapoor hits to their substandard clones to recent films like Yahan, Agni Pankh and Mission Kashmir. But mostly, it has been the picture postcard image of Kashmir that has come through in most of these films. You actually cannot blame any filmmaker for following that predictable path. If I or you were to land up at such a beautiful place, we too would go berserk doing the same. Tahaan too has lots of these picture postcard moments, but then, to capture that beauty …

Santosh Sivan is back. With a new film - Tahaan. A story of a nine year boy Tahaan and his donkey Birbal. Its set in kashmir, which is visual delight for any filmmaker. And if Sivan is behind the camera, then you know what to expect.

The film stars Purav Bhandare (kid), Anupam Kher, Sarika, Rahul Bose, Rahul Khanna and Victor Bannerjee and is scheduled to release in september. Till then enjoy these exclusive pics from the sets of the film and the theatrical promo. Do let us know what you think about it.

Its difficult to choose one or two films from the vast body of work of Santosh Sivan. But my two all time favourite films are Halo and Malli. Both kids film. And what a treat. If you havent seen them yet, do get the dvd. Am eagerly waiting for Tahaan now!…