Archive · 27 May 2025
Natesh Hegde Discusses Meaningful Cinema
Natesh Hegde, a filmmaker and actor, believes that meaningful films aren't just for a specific audience.
He is inspired by the work of K P Poornachandra Tejaswi, and tries to bring the same spirit into his films, including his upcoming project 'Kurka.'
Hegde points out that in India, films are often separated into 'festival films' and 'commercial films,' unlike other countries where films can do well in both areas.
He is committed to telling stories that reflect his own voice and sensibility.
He is also working on new projects in different languages.
Natesh Hegde believes meaningful cinema is for everyone.
He is inspired by K P Poornachandra Tejaswi.
His upcoming film 'Kurka' is set in Uttar Karnataka.
He critiques the Indian film industry's categorization of films.
Hegde is working on projects in different languages and genres.
- Who
- Natesh Hegde, filmmaker and actor.
- What
- Natesh Hegde discusses his approach to filmmaking, the categorization of films in India, and his upcoming projects.
- When
- Not explicitly stated.
- Where
- India and international film festivals.
- Why
- Hegde discusses film categorization, personal commitment to storytelling, and upcoming projects.
Natesh Hegde on Cinema
Indian Film Industry Categorization
Categorization of Films
Natesh Hegde on Cinema
Meaningful cinema can be for everyone and should not be exclusively labeled as 'art house'.
Indian Film Industry Categorization
The Indian film industry often segregates cinema into 'festival films' and 'commercial films,' creating a divide.
- Profession
- Filmmaker, actor
- Upcoming film
- Kurka
- Kurka film location
- Uttar Karnataka
- Recent and upcoming work
- Malayalam and Bollywood projects