Archive · 29 May 2025
Belagavi Women Featured in Cannes Film Festival's "The Second Wind"
Imagine a movie shown at a big film party in France!
This movie, called "The Second Wind," features two strong women from Belagavi, India.
One woman, Mayura, is a breast cancer survivor who loves to run.
Her inspiring story is part of the film.
The movie also includes another actress, Shrusti.
The movie is inspired by a swimmer and it was filmed in India.
The movie shows how women can overcome challenges and never give up, with scenes shot in Belagavi and other locations.
This film celebrates their strength.
The film "The Second Wind" featuring women from Belagavi, was screened at the Cannes Film Festival.
Mayura Shivalkar, a breast cancer survivor and marathoner from Belagavi, is featured in the film.
Shrusti Patil, an actor, also appears in the film in a significant role.
The film is inspired by the real-life story of Indira Baikerikar's daughter, a national-level swimmer.
Filming locations included Belagavi, Mumbai, and Kolhapur, blending urban and local landscapes.
- Who
- Mayura Shivalkar, Shrusti Patil, and other women from Belagavi and the filmmakers.
- What
- The screening of the film "The Second Wind" at the Cannes Film Festival.
- When
- Screened at the 78th edition of Cannes Film Festival.
- Where
- Cannes, France and locations in India (Mumbai, Kolhapur, and Belagavi).
- Why
- To highlight the strength and resilience of women facing adversity.
- Film Title
- "The Second Wind"
- Festival
- Cannes Film Festival
- Key Participants
- Mayura Shivalkar, Shrusti Patil, Indira Baikerikar
- Mayura Shivalkar's Role
- Breast cancer survivor, marathoner
- Film's Inspiration
- Real-life story of a national-level swimmer
- Filming Locations
- Belagavi, Mumbai, Kolhapur