Rajasthani Film 'Under the Turban' to Screen in Kazan; Director Deepankar Prakash to Join Russia–India Co-Production Exchange as Panelist

Ananya soch: Rajasthani cinema is set to reach an international audience. A special screening of director Deepankar Prakash's Rajasthani-language film 'Under the Turban' will be held in Kazan, Russia, as part of a Russia–India cultural and cinematic exchange from October 14 to 18, 2026.

Panel at the Russia–India Co-Production Exchange

Alongside the screening, Deepankar Prakash has been invited to speak as a panelist at the Russia–India Co-Production Exchange Programme. According to the press note, the panel will include Gulzar and Rwita Dutta, along with other film personalities. The programme will focus on cinema, co-production and cultural cooperation between India and Russia.

About the Film

'Under the Turban' is a Rajasthani-language feature film set in the social and family environment of Rajasthan. The film is described as dealing sensitively with family, tradition, patriarchy, caste structures and changing social relationships. It was made in Rajasthan and is also being shown on the international film festival circuit. The Kazan screening is being seen as another important step in the film's international journey.

What the Director Said

Deepankar Prakash said the Kazan screening and the panel invitation are a special experience, especially because the film comes entirely from Rajasthan's language, culture and society. He called it an honour to share a stage with a figure like Gulzar. He said he sees this not only as a personal achievement but as a step toward taking Rajasthani cinema's stories to the world stage.

Quick Facts

Film: Under the Turban

Language: Rajasthani

Director: Deepankar Prakash

Location: Kazan, Russia

Programme: Russia–India Co-Production Exchange Programme

Dates: October 14–18, 2026