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The India Story: A Film Exposing Slow Poison Crisis
21 May
Summary
- Film highlights dangers of chemical misuse in pesticide farming.
- Kajal Aggarwal and Shreyas Talpade star in this socio-national drama.
- The movie addresses systemic national crisis beyond a single family.

The makers of The India Story have announced that the teaser for their upcoming film will be released soon. Starring Kajal Aggarwal and Shreyas Talpade in their first on-screen collaboration, the socio-national drama focuses on the severe consequences of chemical misuse, particularly within pesticide farming and its broader implications for public health.
Presented by Zee Studios, the film is directed by Chettan DK and produced by Sagar B Shinde. It is also referred to as The India Story: Slow Poison in Progress. The narrative extends beyond a single family's story to address a nationwide crisis, questioning industrial negligence and corporate accountability.
Director Chettan DK expressed that every team member dedicated immense effort to ensure authenticity. He highlighted the nuanced performances by Kajal and Shreyas, stating their commitment elevated the film. The film is scheduled for release on July 24, 2026, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, distributed worldwide by Zee Studios.