A Hindu man recounts the murder of his grandfather during a period of intense militancy in Kashmir. The 2012 film 'Inshallah, Kashmir' presents a series of testimonies from ordinary residents affected by decades of violence and military response. Ex-militants describe their torture at the hands of the army. Human rights lawyer Parvez Imroz discusses the presence of nearly a thousand mass graves. The film illustrates the escape of Kashmiri Pandits and the trauma faced by women from Kunan Poshpora following army actions.

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Why Watch

Meet ex-militants sharing their torture stories.
Find out about the trauma of Kunan Poshpora victims.
See the impact of militancy on Kashmiri Pandits.

Did You Know

There are almost a thousand mass graves in Kashmir, according to Parvez Imroz.
The film was released online for free on January 26, 2012, and received over 15,000 hits that day.
In the film, a Hindu man recounts his grandfather being shot dead by militants.
The documentary won the National Film Award for Best Investigative Film at the 60th National Film Awards.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who directed the documentary Inshallah, Kashmir?

Inshallah, Kashmir was directed, produced, and written by Ashvin Kumar.

What significant event does the documentary address regarding Kashmiri Pandits?

The documentary discusses the effective cleansing of the minority Hindu Kashmiri Pandits from the valley due to the actions of Islamic terrorists.

When was the full film of Inshallah, Kashmir released online?

The full film was released online on 26 January 2012, coinciding with Indian Republic Day.

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