Viewers plunge headlong into the capital city of the world’s largest democracy. This program colorfully illustrates one of the greenest capitals in the world while giving the audience a feel for the pulse of a city with a myriad of contradictions, where the traditional and contemporary co-exist effortlessly. Watch as a group of young art students takes a creative journey in an attempt to capture the modernity of the capital through works that reflect the city’s evolution throughout history; viewers are exposed to stories from the 7 cities of Dehli, to discover the essence of the 8th city, that of modern Dehli.

They actually recreate Delhi’s journey down the ages, outlining all the influences that have made Delhi into the paradoxical, multi faceted city it is today. The film rocks our sense of time as we find ourselves moving from the paintings on the bus, to rare archival pictures and back to images of a contemporary world capital.

For the first time ever- this unusual documentary helps viewers feel the body and soul of a city that exists on multiple levels. A city where the sheer joy of discovering a new corner or a unique insight is a huge high! Even for the die hard resident. This is Delhi. Or Dilli, as it is fondly called by locals. And this film gives you a glimpse into the soul of the city.  

Watch a clip here (WMV file) 2 mins

2009
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