Kanwar(2023)

Storyline

A group of young men join a religious pilgrimage. The chaotic journey forces them into moral dilemmas, blurring the lines between right and wrong.

“A pilgrimage where right and wrong lose their way.”

Vibe & Tags

Cast & Crew

Trivia

• The film was shot during the actual Kanwar Yatra pilgrimage, using real locations and crowds.
• Director Praful Tyagi previously made short films and documentaries before this feature debut.
• The movie's cast includes several first-time actors to add authenticity to their roles.
• It explores the lesser-seen, gritty side of the pilgrimage, not just the religious devotion.
• The film had a very limited theatrical release, focusing more on festival circuits.
• Some scenes were improvised by the actors based on their interactions with real pilgrims.
• The soundtrack uses folk music and sounds recorded during the actual yatra.