Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Anurag Kashyap to Present Indian Film at Venice Festival
A new Indian movie called "Songs of Forgotten Trees" is going to be shown at a big film festival in Venice, Italy.
Anurag Kashyap, a well-known filmmaker, is helping to present the movie.
The film, directed by Anuparna Roy, is about two women who are migrants in Mumbai and how their relationship changes.
It will be shown in a special section for new and interesting films.
The director made the film to tell stories of people who are often left out of mainstream stories, such as those facing marginalization.
The film is co-produced by several people and will premiere at the Venice Film Festival.
Anurag Kashyap joins 'Songs of Forgotten Trees' as presenter.
The film will premiere at the Venice International Film Festival in the Orizzonti section.
The film is directed by Anuparna Roy, marking her debut.
The film's story follows the evolving relationship of two migrant women in Mumbai.
The film stars Naaz Shaikh and Sumi Baghel.
- Who
- Anurag Kashyap is the presenter. Anuparna Roy is the director, and the film stars Naaz Shaikh and Sumi Baghel.
- What
- Anurag Kashyap boards the Indian film "Songs of Forgotten Trees" as presenter and the film will premiere at the Venice International Film Festival.
- When
- The Venice International Film Festival will run from August 27 to September 6.
- Where
- The film will premiere at the Venice International Film Festival in Venice, Italy.
- Why
- Anurag Kashyap wants to support new talent and voices in cinema.
Filmmakers
Audiences
Film's Purpose
Filmmakers
Seeking support and backing from established filmmakers.
Audiences
The film explores the marginalized, those excluded by class, caste, and gender. The director made the film to tell stories of people often left out of mainstream stories.
- Film Title
- Songs of Forgotten Trees
- Presenter
- Anurag Kashyap
- Director
- Anuparna Roy
- Starring
- Naaz Shaikh and Sumi Baghel
- Festival
- Venice International Film Festival
- Festival Section
- Orizzonti
- Film Category
- Debut, Indie Features