Anupam Kher's directorial venture, "Tanvi The Great," continues to generate buzz as the release date draws closer. Following its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 and a UK premiere in London, Kher has been actively sharing posters and insights about the film. The movie is scheduled for theatrical release on July 18, 2025.
Recently, Kher shared a new poster, likely featuring one of the ensemble cast members, generating reactions from fans and industry colleagues. While the specifics of this particular poster release aren't available in the search results, previous poster releases have offered glimpses into the characters and the film's themes. For instance, when revealing Pallavi Joshi's character poster as Vidya Raina, Kher lauded her acting abilities, describing her as the "original 'DIVA' of TV" and praised her ability to portray love, grace, sacrifice, and strength. Similarly, the unveiling of Jackie Shroff's character, Brigadier Joshi, was met with enthusiasm, with Kher referring to Shroff as "a brother from another mother." Ayesha Shroff, Jackie's wife, and actor Suniel Shetty also reacted positively to the poster.
"Tanvi The Great" marks Anupam Kher's return to direction after a 23-year hiatus, his last directorial being "Om Jai Jagadish" in 2002. The film tells the story of Tanvi Raina, a spirited young autistic girl with a dream of honoring her late father’s military legacy by reaching the Siachen Glacier. Overcoming societal doubts and rejection from the Indian Army, she embarks on a journey of resilience, training under a retired Major. The film is produced by Anupam Kher Studio and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC).
The film boasts a stellar cast, including Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Iain Glen, Jackie Shroff, Pallavi Joshi, Shubhangi Dutt, Arvind Swami, and Karan Tacker. Oscar-winning composer M.M. Keeravaani, known for his work in "RRR," has composed the music, with lyrics by Kausar Munir.
Anupam Kher has openly discussed the challenges of acting and directing simultaneously. He acknowledged the difficulties of balancing both roles but credited his experienced technical team and brilliant cast for making the job easier. He plays Col. Pratap Raina in the film, a complex character whose transformation is central to the narrative.
"Tanvi The Great" has already garnered positive attention at the Cannes Film Festival, where it had its world premiere. Anupam Kher expressed his gratitude for the emotional response from the international audience, who praised the film's universal themes and music. The film was screened at the Cannes market, Marche du Film, where it received heartfelt reactions from viewers across different countries. South African director Oliver Schmitz, who had four films at Cannes 2025, was among those who shared positive reviews.
The film is also set to have its Gala premiere at the New York Indian Film Festival on June 19, followed by screenings in Austin and Houston. Kher expressed his excitement about showcasing the film to his "people and friends" in New York.
"Tanvi The Great" appears to be a project close to Anupam Kher's heart, with its themes of courage, resilience, and the human spirit resonating with audiences.
