A SON OF HIMALAYA(2024)
Hindi40 mins
"Discover Dr Anil Prakash Joshi's Himalayan journey in 'A Son Of Himalaya". From rural roots to ecological visionary, witness his symphony of sustainability, GEP innovation, and the transformative power of nature's whispers.
Director:Aaditrie Dipika
Mood:
inspiringemotionaluplifting
Where to watch:
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- MUBI
- Theatrical Release
- 11 June 2024
- Director
- Aaditrie Dipika
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 40m
Storyline
This documentary follows Dr. Anil Prakash Joshi's life and work in the Himalayas. It shows how he grew from a rural background into an environmental leader. The film highlights his sustainable development projects and his deep connection to nature.
“One man's lifelong mission to heal the mountains.”
Film Details
40Minutes
HindiLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date11 June 2024
Parental Guide
Violence
Mild
Language
Moderate
Sex / Nudity
Moderate
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild
Where to Watch
Vibe & Tags
Mood
inspiringemotionaluplifting
Themes
survivalidentityfamilyjustice
Tonepoetic
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Cast & Crew
#1
Amitabh BachchanSelf
→#2Dia MirzaSelf
→#3
A
Anil Prakash JoshiSelf
→#4
P
Pushkar Singh DhamiSelf
→#5
B
Bhagat Singh KoshyariSelf
→#6
N
Narendra ModiSelf
→#7
A
Aaditrie DipikaDirector
→Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for A SON OF HIMALAYA
Cast reunions in this film: Amitabh Bachchan & Dia Mirza (4 films together).
Trivia
- The film's director Aaditrie Dipika is also a trained classical dancer, which influenced the documentary's rhythmic editing style.
- It was shot over four years across 12 remote Himalayan districts, capturing all seasons.
- The documentary features a soundtrack created using field recordings of mountain winds, rivers, and traditional instruments.
- Dr. Joshi's 'Green Entrepreneurship' model shown in the film has been adopted by over 10,000 Himalayan villages.
- The crew used solar-powered equipment for most of the shoot to align with the film's environmental theme.
- A key scene showing a seed bank was filmed in a village that restores over 200 native crop varieties.
- The film premiered at a special outdoor screening in Dr. Joshi's home village in Uttarakhand.