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“LINE OF CONTROL”

A Powerful Cinematic

Adaptation of an Acclaimed Novel

Releases in Select Countries

A poster of the film Rudi Dharmalingam in Line of Control

OUR BUREAU
NEW YORK, NY

irst time ever an online global press confer-
ence was held for a feature film release on
FWednesday, April 15, 2026. Chaired by Sunil
Hali, (Group CEO of The Indian EYE Worldwide
Media & Entertainment Group), panelists Travis
Hodgkins (Writer/Director), Rudi Dharmalingam
(Actor), Rashaana Shah (Producer) and Chaitra
Vedullapalli (Executive Producer & Founder of
Women In Cloud) and Media from three countries
US, UK and India were in attendance.
Following a celebrated festival run, LINE OF
CONTROL has been showcased at prestigious
international platforms, including the San Diego
International Film Festival (World Premiere), the
UK Asian Film Festival (UK Premiere), and the
Kala Ghoda Festival in Mumbai (Asia Premiere).
The film is set against the Kashmir insurgency
in 1993. LINE OF CONTROL follows the haunting Sunil Hali, Travis Hodgkins, Rudi Dharmalingam, Rashaana Shah and Chaitra Vedullapalli at the global press conference
journey of a teenage boy whose world is shattered
when his best friend mysteriously vanishes amid es- (The Lazarus Project, Role Play, Playing Gracie Beasley, Namrata Sharma, Chaitra Vedullapalli
calating violence. Fueled by loyalty and love, he em- Darling), Nitin Ganatra (Sweetpea, 3 Body Prob- and Swetha Pakala.
barks on a dangerous search, one that pushes him lem), Vikram Kapadia, Meera Ganatra, Kiann, ”Line of Control is positioned as a rare cine-
to the brink as he confronts unimaginable choices, Reiss Kershi, Serdar Altan and Shamail Ali. Mark- matic offering, one that masterfully blends artistry,
moral conflict, and the brutal realities of survival. ing an impressive debut, Nikhil Singh Rai and An- political relevance, and emotional immediacy with
While deeply rooted in the political and emo- astasia Jairath emerge as exciting new discoveries, compelling commercial appeal. Its festival pedi-
tional landscape of Kashmir, the film transcends taking on deeply demanding roles. gree, international cast, and human-centered nar-
borders through its universal themes of friendship, LINE OF CONTROL is adapted to screen rative promise to captivate cinephiles, critics, and
loss, identity, and resilience. At a time when more and directed by Travis Hodgkins, edited by Jamie global audiences alike” says Rashaana Shah.
than 100 conflict zones persist worldwide, its human Kirkpatrick, music by Wayne Sharpe and director LINE OF CONTROL will be available On
story feels both urgent and profoundly relevant. of photography Johan Holmquist. Demand on Apple TV/iTunes, Google Play, begin-
The film features a distinguished internation- The film is produced by a dynamic and ning Friday, April 17, in select countries including
al ensemble cast, including- Rudi Dharmalingam all-women team -- Rashaana Shah, Cristy Coors India and the Middle East.

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