Netflix Thriller Baramulla Explores Kashmir Through New Lens
When Bhasha Sumbli, an acclaimed actor and teacher, arrived in Baramulla last winter, the moment carried deep emotion and history. Though she had spent years traveling across India teaching and performing theater, this was her first visit to her ancestral home.
She came to film Baramulla, a Netflix production that would mark a major turning point in her career and symbolize the growing recognition of Kashmiri artists on the national stage.
Global Release and Special Screening
On November 7, 2025, Baramulla premiered on Netflix, reaching audiences in 190 countries. Prior to the international launch, the movie had a special press screening at a Mumbai preview theater. The event featured an interactive session with several creators behind the film:
- Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh, Director of Original Films at Netflix India
- Producers Aditya Dhar and Lokesh Dhar
- Director Aditya Suhas Jambhale
- Writer Monal Thaakar
- Lead actor Bhasha Sumbli
The atmosphere was filled with excitement, not only for the film’s artistry but for the personal and cultural stories it sought to share with the world.
Personal Connection Behind the Film
“For all of us filmmakers, whatever films we make, it all comes from our past and our life experiences.”
These words from Aditya Dhar, one of the film’s writers and producers, reflected the deep emotional ties that shaped Baramulla and its message.
Author’s Summary
Baramulla captures a heartfelt return to roots, portraying Kashmir through new creative voices that blend personal memory with cinematic vision.