The team of The India Story came together in Delhi for a press conference, where lead actors Kajal Aggarwal and Shreyas Talpade, along with director Chettan DK, spoke about the film’s powerful message on pesticide farming and its impact on public health, especially the next generation.
Speaking about the film’s intent, director Chettan DK said, “The India Story is not against farmers; it is against the misuse of harmful chemicals that silently enter our food chain. Through this film, we want to start an important conversation about the health of our future generations. If this story encourages even a few families to become more aware of what they consume, we will consider our purpose fulfilled.”
Shreyas Talpade shared that the subject resonated with him on a personal level. “As a parent, this story hit me emotionally. We often don’t realise what reaches our dining table every day and the impact it can have on our children. I hope audiences connect with the film not just as entertainment, but as a wake-up call to become more conscious,” he said.
Kajal Aggarwal also reflected on the relevance of the issue, saying, “Becoming a mother changed the way I look at this film. While preparing for The India Story, I came across facts that genuinely disturbed me. This isn’t just a film about food adulteration or pesticide farming; it’s about protecting the health of the next generation.”
Presented by Zee Studios in association with MIG Production & Studios, The India Story is directed by Chettan DK and written and produced by Sagar B. Shinde. The film is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on July 24, 2026, in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil.
