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Indian Action Film Goes to Cannes Market
12 May
Summary
- Lakadbaggha 2 will screen at Cannes Film Festival's Marché du Film.
- The film is the first official India-Indonesia co-production.
- It highlights environmental concerns and the Yaki Monkey species.
The upcoming film, Lakadbaggha 2: The Monkey Business, directed by Anshuman Jha, is scheduled for an exclusive market screening at the Marché du Film during the Cannes Film Festival. This event precedes the movie's official world premiere later this year and is intended to explore international distribution possibilities.
The film is supported by German production company Webfilmland Productions, which is also partnering for German distribution. This marks a significant step as it is among the few Asian action films chosen for the Cannes market this year.
Set in Indonesia, Lakadbaggha 2 delves into environmental concerns, particularly focusing on wildlife conservation and the endangered Yaki Monkey species. It represents the first official co-production between India and Indonesia, featuring an international cast including Sunny Pang and Dan Chupong, alongside Indian actors Adil Hussain and Sarah-Jane Dias.
Director Anshuman Jha stated that the film elevates action with meaning, aiming to engage audiences globally with a story that touches both heart and mind. Webfilmland Productions expressed enthusiasm, noting the film's unique premise as an animal-lover vigilante and its potential to resonate with audiences worldwide, especially its 'action with a soul'.
