Adapting Cinema Beyond Language Barriers: 'Soorarai Pottru' to 'Sarfira'

Director Sudha Kongara discusses the challenges and rewards of directing 'Soorarai Pottru' and its Hindi remake 'Sarfira'. The films, based on Air Deccan Founder Captain G R Gopinath's story, showcase the journey of making air travel affordable. Kongara emphasizes the importance of retaining the story's essence across different languages.

Director Sudha Kongara shared insights on the challenges and rewards of directing films in multiple languages. Her Tamil hit 'Soorarai Pottru' and its Hindi adaptation 'Sarfira' both tell the inspiring story of Air Deccan Founder Captain G R Gopinath.

Featuring Akshay Kumar, 'Sarfira' premiered on Friday, following the success of the original which won five National Film Awards. Kongara stressed the importance of maintaining the story's core essence while adapting it for different cultural contexts and actors.

Through thorough research, Kongara aimed to authentically depict Gopinath's mission to make air travel accessible. Her work underscores common themes of perseverance and overcoming challenges, resonating deeply with audiences. 'Sarfira' marks a significant step for her, bringing the universal narrative to Hindi-speaking audiences on the big screen.

(With inputs from agencies.)