The compelling narrative of Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi's Chief Minister, unfolds in the documentary-drama 'An Insignificant Man', scheduled for release on November 17th. The film, launched by the American media company VICE, promises an intriguing look into Kejriwal's political rise.
Directed by Khushboo Ranka and Vinay Shukla, this non-fictional political film charts the transition of the social activist to a political sensation in India.
The story takes a dramatic turn as Kejriwal's iconic blue Wagon R is stolen right outside the Secretariat.
Lauding the film as a 'masterpiece', VICE announces its partnership with producer Anand Gandhi's Memesys Lab to release the film across India and internationally.
Jason Mojica, the executive producer of VICE Documentary Films, remarked after viewing 'An Insignificant Man' at the Toronto International Film Festival 2016 that it was one of the best ground-level political documentaries since Marshall Curry's 'Street Fight'.
Former Central Board of Film Certification chairperson, Pahlaj Nihalani, initially objected to the release. He demanded NOC (No Objection Certificate) from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former Delhi CM Sheila Dikshit, and Arvind Kejriwal from the filmmakers, which was later approved by the Film Certification Appellate Tribunal.
Citing the escalating burden of metro fare hikes, Kejriwal's government commits to a thorough investigation.
'We've been closely monitoring the film's journey and battles between the filmmakers and the censor board for the past few months. VICE will always support independent filmmakers fighting for the freedom of expression,' says Mojica.
'We are bringing this film to a global audience since we believe it is highly relevant to anyone who sees challenges in their political systems and harbors the desire to make personal change,' he adds.
Details of the deal remain undisclosed, but it's speculated that the film will be screened in over 22 countries.
Anand Gandhi of Memesys Lab shares his thoughts, 'For the first time in Indian cinema, a film will reveal the behind-closed-doors happenings of political parties, offering insights to the public.
