Indian community is growing rapidly in New Zealand and discovering new ways to make the community proud. Another reason to feel proud has been provided by NU Sindhu Art academy (NSAA) with their first cinematic presentation, ‘Chakravyuh - Lethal circles’, a film produced in New Zealand.

Recently, NSAA held the screening of the film. The event was hugely successful. The preview screening was attended by cast and crew, and some renowned members of the Auckland Indian entertainment community like Vijesh Nangia, Shailesh Prajapati, Chirag Solanki and Rupal Solanki.

The audience was mesmerised by the story, and the twists and turns kept them guessing for the two hours. The performances from the lead cast were highly appreciated, especially Monica Nangia's performance as a criminal-minded housewife. Dialogues and production values were also cited as some of the best that Hindi audiences have experienced in New Zealand.

Words like ‘fabulous’, ‘fantastic’ and ‘amazing’ were used liberally to describe this first attempt to make a Hindi film for New Zealand audience. All attendees left the screening proud of what had been achieved in this first of its kind venture.

This is the first time that a Hindi film has been conceived, shot and presented for Indians in New Zealand. Scripted, cast, shot and directed in New Zealand, ‘Chakravyuh - Lethal Circles’ is a gripping story about the risks we take and the consequences that follow.

The film is written, directed and produced by Kapil Asrani, who is also playing a police inspector’s role in the film.

The film will have four shows in Auckland:

  • 8th November 6 pm - Hoyts Sylvia Park
  • 9th November 4 pm - Hoyts Sylvia Park
  • 15th November 6 pm - Hoyts Sylvia Park
  • 16th November 4 pm - Hoyts Sylvia Park