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vaibhav jadhav
Vaibhav Jadhav is a documentary filmmaker and a professor of screenwriting at Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune. After graduating from IIT Madras he played an instrumental role as a Director into nurturing Camera and Shorts Media Pvt. Ltd. to produce national award winning documentaries. He also served as the head of video production in Drishti media. His work has largely been an exploration of the human complexities that underlie the conversations about human rights, especially in the context of caste and migration. His core interest lies in exploring new narrative possibilities through engagement with ground reality, collaborations and skill sharing. He has directed over 10 short documentary films and was an executive producer on The Unreserved, a national award winning documentary.
MY FILMS
Taalim
Taalim (Short Pitch)
In a traditional Indian wrestling academy, 18-year-old Abhilesh trains under a stern guru to fulfill his family's political dreams—but as pressure mounts, his gentle spirit, tender friendships, and quiet defiance challenge rigid ideals of masculinity redefining what it means to be a man.
In Search of Rhythm
In Search of Rhythm | Full Movie
In Search of Rhythm explores our sense of belonging to reimagine the idea of home through conversations with four Tibetan refugees in exile in Dharamshala, India. An author, a rockstar, a painter, and a musician recount their experiences and bring to light contradictions that develop with movement.
Theyyam
Theyyam Saga : Film Festival Edition
Theyyam is a ritual art form dating back to 1800 BC, preserved as a culture in Kannur district of Kerala, India. On the day of performance, as the Gods are summoned into bodies of people belonging to oppressed castes and people irrespective of their caste bow to them to seek their blessings.
Viva São João
On 24th of June, beautifully decorated boats arrive at the bank of river Chapora and the Goans come together to celebrate the feast of Saint John. São João is a traditional festival celebrated in Siolim, Goa. This pompous celebration is marked by traditional dance and music performances.