Curious Eyes Cinema’s short film selected for world premiere at Visions du Réel, Switzerland

2025-03-22 01:44:49 Art & Entertainment

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Rains Don\'t Make Us Happy Anymore, a film about the fast-vanishing Jaunsari tribe of Uttarakhand, has been officially selected for the 56th edition of Europe\'s foremost documentary festival, Visions du Réel, which will be held from April 4 to April 13, 2025, in Nyon

A short film set in a Himalayan village, Rains Don\'t Make Us Happy Anymore, produced by Sharad Mehra under the banner of Curious Eyes Cinema, is set to make its world premiere on April 10 at the prestigious 56th Visions du Réel International Film Festival, 2025. The film has been written and directed by Yashasvi Juyal.

\"We are absolutely thrilled that our film has been chosen for this prestigious festival featuring 154 films from a record 57 countries. It\'s an incredible platform to share our labour of love and passion with a wider audience, and we can\'t wait for the world to experience it,\" says producer Sharad Mehra.

The documentary is set in the village of Lohari, home to the Jaunsari tribe in Uttarakhand\'s Jaunsar-Bawar region. The Jaunsari are a small tribal community in the Jaunsar-Bawar region of Uttarakhand. Known for their unique culture, faith healing, and terraced farming, they have traditionally cultivated crops such as wheat, barley, and lentils. However, their traditions and cultural heritage have gradually declined as younger generations migrate to cities in search of better opportunities.

\"This film sheds light on the pressing issue of displacement caused by the development of hydroelectric projects and dams in the Himalayas, highlighting the profound impact on both the land and its people. With limited representation of Himalayan narratives, this selection marks a monumental moment for us, and we are excited to embark on this journey, sharing this important story with the world,\" says director Yashasvi Juyal.

About Curious Eyes Cinema

Curious Eyes Cinema (CEC) is a new-age production house based in Mumbai, dedicated to creating positive, engaging, relevant, and meaningful content. It focuses on supporting compelling stories and talented filmmakers, aiming to bring fresh and impactful narratives to life. With a passion for innovation and storytelling, CEC strives to push the boundaries of cinema and deliver content that resonates with audiences.

About Sharad Mehra

Sharad Mehra is a visionary futurist, corporate strategist, and thought leader with over 25 years of experience across diverse industries. A proven leader, he has successfully guided global teams, driving transformative innovation and strategic growth. Passionate about storytelling, he believes in producing engaging, meaningful, and relevant content that connects with audiences. As a lyricist and creative director, he has brought numerous brands to life through compelling campaigns, blending artistry with strategy to create lasting impact.

About Yashasvi Juyal

A self-taught filmmaker and screenwriter from Uttarakhand, India, Yashasvi Juyal\'s short film The Last Rhododendron (2021) won the Gender Sensitivity Award at the Dharamshala International Film Festival and was selected for the International Competition at the Mumbai International Film Festival in 2022. In 2024, he was one of two participants sent by Netflix to the Busan International Film Festival as part of its Fund for Creative Equity cohort from India. His debut feature, the migrant worker drama Ink-Stained Hand & The Missing Thumb, has been selected among 15 projects for the Hong Kong International Film Festival\'s Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF).