Anupam Kher is all set to attend the Cannes Film Festival 2025 for the premiere of his directorial Tanvi- The Great. However, he feels emotional and guilty leaving the country during tension with Pakistan
Anupam Kher
Tension between India and Pakistan has been at its peak at the border areas. Amid this veteran actor Anupam Kher shared an emotional video revealing why he felt “heavy-hearted” before leaving for an international trip. The actor is scheduled to attend Cannes Film Festival 2025 for the premiere of his directorial Tanvi- The Great.
Anupam Kher feels sad leaving country
Kher admitted that his heart felt uneasy — a feeling rooted not in personal anxiety, but in his deep connection to his country. Taking to Instagram handle, Kher posted a video of him writing, “Country is the only one that can make you feel strong! Just like that! My mind was a little heavy, so I thought I should talk to you people from my heart. And didn't realize the video got longer! If you like it then watch it completely! If you like it more then share it too! Jai Hind! Hail India! #India #Hindustan.”
In the clip, Anupam Kher could be heard saying, “I don't have any special reason to make this video. I was packing my stuff and I'm going abroad tomorrow. I was feeling a little heavy. I wasn't enjoying it. The thing I'm going for is exciting. Tanvi The Great's new beginning is happening. So, I should be very exciting. It should be very exciting for me. I should be very excited. But I was thinking, what's happening? Then I thought, maybe I read some comments on social media in the morning. I didn't enjoy it. That's why I was feeling sad. Then I thought about my life. Whenever I feel heavy, I think about my life. Then I feel, where did I start from and where have I reached? Then I feel good.”
In the over eight-minute video, the actor reflected on his journey and his unbreakable bond with India. “Whenever I feel low, I think about where I started and where I’ve reached. That gives me strength. I realized I’m only eight years younger than my country. Bharat was born on August 15, 1947, and I was born on March 7, 1955. We’ve grown up together — like siblings.”
He reminisced about the wars India faced—1962, 1965, and 1971 — and the impact they had on his childhood in Shimla. “I remember the sirens, digging trenches, and covering windows with newspapers. Every joy and sorrow of this nation feels personal to me. That’s how deeply I’m connected to Bharat.” Kher went on to speak about patriotism, emphasizing that his love for the country isn’t about objectivity. “I studied in a Hindi-medium school. I don’t think in English — I think in Hindi. So when someone criticizes India, I don’t get angry anymore; I feel sad. I feel sad not for India, but for the people who speak poorly of it.”
The 70-year-old actor also spoke about his early struggles. “I came to this city 43 years ago with Rs 37 in my pocket. Today, I’ve completed 545 films. I live in a rented house, but I have a car, a bungalow, and, above all, I have my mother. Who gave me all this? This country did. Of course, we work hard, but it is this land that makes our dreams possible.”
Anupam concluded by remembering the Indian soldiers and their families.
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About Tanvi- The Great
Tanvi The Great is also set to have its world premiere at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, within the Marche du Film.
The film is directed by Anupam Kher, while the music is composed by Oscar-winner M.M. Keeravani. It is produced by Anupam Kher Studios and NFDC, in association with Lower Middle Class Corporation. The release date of the movie will be announced soon.
The film stars debutant Shubhangi Dutt in the lead roles.
(with inputs from IANS)
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