PANAJI (ANI) – Actress Yami Gautam, reflecting on her film Article 370, shared insights into the project and her journey in cinema. Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Aditya Suhas Jambhale, the film delves into the pivotal 2019 revocation of Article 370, which stripped Jammu and Kashmir of its special status. The story is told with a strong emphasis on realism.
Yami acknowledged that working on a unique and intense project like Article 370 came with challenges and doubts. However, the team remained confident that a well-crafted film with a strong script and performances would resonate with audiences. “This was not a very popular genre, and of course, it came with a lot of doubts and advice like, ‘Are you sure? Is this a film the audience will like? Will it connect? It doesn’t have any songs. It’s intense and based on a documentary.’ But we were very sure that if it’s a well-made film with a good script, good performances, and supported by the right technical crew, it will work well,” Yami said.
On choosing strong and diverse roles, Yami emphasized the intentionality behind her career choices. “It’s a conscious decision. I think if you work consistently in this direction, then the audience, filmmakers, writers, and producers understand that you can do comedy, political thrillers, and drama,” she shared.
Balancing her rising workload with personal commitments has been a significant shift for Yami. “In fact, I’m busier than before, and I’m willing to balance both my personal and professional life. This is a significant change, but change doesn’t come overnight. It requires sacrifices, consistent hard work, and the support of many people. We must celebrate it, and I’m happy to be a part of cinema at this time.”
Looking ahead, Yami expressed enthusiasm for her upcoming film Dhoom Dhaam. “It’s a caper comedy starring Pratik Gandhi and me. It’s a family film and completely different from Article 370. I’m very positive that you’ll enjoy it, and we’ll talk more about it soon.”
Article 370 explores the historic political decision through a compelling narrative, offering a fresh perspective on a landmark moment in Indian history.