The Indo-Vietnamese collaborative film 'Love in Vietnam' is set to charm audiences in a new territory. The movie, which premiered in India earlier this year, will now grace theatres in South Korea. This move marks a significant cultural exchange for Hindi cinema.
A Milestone Indo-Vietnamese Collaboration
Directed by Rahhat Shah Kazmi, 'Love in Vietnam' holds the distinction of being the first collaborative cinematic project between India and Vietnam in the Hindi film arena. The film, which features Shantanu Maheshwari of 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' fame and Avneet Kaur from 'Tiku Weds Sheru', is a poignant love story. Its narrative draws inspiration from the globally acclaimed novel 'Madonna in a Fur Coat' by Sabahattin Ali. Indian audiences first witnessed this heart-wrenching tale when it was released domestically on September 12.
Stars Elated Over Korean Theatrical Release
The film's upcoming release in Korean cinemas on December 8 has filled the lead actors with immense gratitude and excitement. Avneet Kaur expressed her admiration for Korean viewers, noting their unique way of expressing affection and appreciating stories. She described the film's Korean release as a 'gift' and conveyed her desire to be present there to experience the audience's energy firsthand and thank them for embracing their story.
Shantanu Maheshwari termed the development as 'surreal'. He shared his awe at how Korean fans have been responding to subtle emotional nuances in the film, details the team did not expect viewers outside India and Vietnam to notice. Maheshwari, who has always been curious about Korea's artistic culture, sees this release as a full-circle moment. He expressed a keen wish to visit Korea during the release, interact with the audience, and understand their perspective on the film.
What This Release Signifies
The theatrical release of 'Love in Vietnam' in South Korea is more than just a box office event. It represents the growing global footprint of Indian cinema and its potential to forge connections through shared human emotions. The positive and sensitive reception from Korean previews, as highlighted by the actors, underscores the universal language of storytelling. This step paves the way for more such cross-cultural cinematic ventures, allowing Indian films to find homes in diverse international markets.
The journey of this film—from being a novel Indo-Vietnamese production to now reaching Korean shores—exemplifies the borderless appeal of compelling narratives. The cast and crew await the December release with anticipation, hoping their 'love story' resonates deeply with the Korean audience.
