'India will win by being more Indian': 'Dredd' fame Adi Shankar praises ‘Ramayana’, ‘Dhurandhar’ amid growing global film power
etimes.in / May 17, 2026, 12:52 (IST)
Producer Adi Shankar predicts Indian cinema will soon dominate global blockbusters, citing its strength in emotional storytelling and original content. He believes India's confidence in its unique identity, rather than imitating Hollywood, is key to its success. Shankar also criticizes repetitive franchise filmmaking, suggesting audiences now crave authenticity and creative vision over mere spectacle.