Following its World Premiere at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, acclaimed producer, actor and filmmaker, Anupam Kher’s latest directorial, Tanvi The Great, celebrated a star-studded UK Premiere on 21st May at the iconic Anil Agarwal Riverside Studios in London.
The red carpet event was a grand affair, attended by the film’s ensemble cast including Anupam Kher; Boman Irani; Pallavi Joshi; debutant actress, Shubhangi Dutt; and Karan Tacker. Guests were welcomed with a champagne reception, followed by the screening and an intimate post-screening Q&A moderated by Anupam Kher himself.
The Premiere drew a host of high-profile personalities from the worlds of film, media, and business, including director of Bend It Like Backham, Gurinder Chadha; actors, Nitin Ganatra, Adeel Akhtar, Sacha Dhawan, and Preeya Kalidas; CEO of Vedanta Limited and patron of Riverside Studios, Anil Agarwal; and former Vice President of India, M. Venkaiah Naidu, among others.
Tanvi The Great tells the moving and powerful story of Tanvi Raina, a spirited young autistic girl who dreams of honouring her late father’s military legacy by reaching the Siachen Glacier—the highest battlefield on Earth. Faced with societal doubts and rejection from the Indian Army, she embarks on a journey of grit and resilience, training under a retired Major to defy expectations and chase her dream with unwavering determination.
Director, Anupam Kher says, “‘Tanvi The Great’ is more than just a film—it’s a tribute to courage, individuality, and the indomitable human spirit. I wanted to tell a story that reminds us all that no dream is too distant when backed by relentless perseverance. Bringing Tanvi’s journey to life has been one of the most emotionally rewarding experiences of my career.”
Actor, Boman Irani says, “This film is a celebration of inner strength. It’s not often that a script moves you in the way Tanvi The Great did. I’m proud to be a part of a story that doesn’t just entertain but inspires.”
Lead Actress, Shubhangi Dutt says, “Portraying Tanvi has been life-changing. Her determination and courage are infectious. I hope her story inspires young people everywhere to believe in the impossible.”
Actress, Pallavi Joshi says, “There’s a quiet power in Tanvi The Great. It reminds us that those who are often underestimated are the ones who rewrite the rules. It was an honour to be part of a film with such heart.”
Actor, Karan Tacker says, “Working on Tanvi The Great was not just creatively fulfilling—it was emotionally transformative. It’s rare to come across a film that stays with you long after the credits roll.”
Chairman of Vedanta and Patron of Riverside Studios, Anil Agarwal says, “We are honoured to host the UK premiere of a film as inspiring and thought-provoking as Tanvi The Great. Anupam Kher has delivered a cinematic message that uplifts and challenges societal norms in equal measure. This story of resilience resonates universally, and we are proud to be part of its journey.”
Produced by Anupam Kher Studio, Tanvi The Great features a stellar cast including Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Iain Glen, Jackie Shroff, Pallavi Joshi, Shubhangi Dutt, Arvind Swamy and Karan Tacker. The film is set for theatrical release on 18th July 2025.
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