Across Borders: Eeshan Kamath on Taking Indian Cinema to the World
Updated On: 12 July, 2025 04:55 PM IST | Mumbai | Buzz
In this exclusive interview, Kamath reflects on his international recognition, the meaning behind his achievements, and the stories that continue to inspire him

Eeshan Kamath
Few filmmakers have managed to bridge the gap between Indian storytelling and global acclaim quite like Eeshan Kamath. His remarkable journey is marked by a series of international achievements that have put him at the forefront of contemporary cinema. Kamath’s short film "The Day I Met Benjamin" was officially selected for the prestigious Within the Family International Festival of Family and Children's Films in Russia, the country’s largest family film festival, which draws entries from over 20 nations and is renowned for its celebration of family values and cross-cultural storytelling. He followed this with "A Night To Remember," which earned a coveted place at the SmallRig Awards-one of the most competitive global platforms for socially conscious filmmakers, judged by an Oscar-winning panel and drawing nearly 4,000 entries from over 120 countries. His film "Dwindled Ties" has swept awards at the Athvikvaruni, Sittannavasal, and Mokkho International Film Festivals, and has been officially selected at the Paradise, Eastern Europe, Makizhmithran, and Thilsri International Film Festivals, earning recognition for its innovative storytelling and universal appeal. Recently, the film was nominated in the final round of Indie Short fest, in Los Angeles.
In this exclusive interview, Kamath reflects on his international recognition, the meaning behind his achievements, and the stories that continue to inspire him.

