As a producer, Pallavi Joshi has consistently delivered impactful films. Her projects take a distinctive approach, aiming to bring about societal change with their bold and courageous narratives. A silent yet powerful force, she stays away from the spotlight but has been enriching Indian cinema with highly influential stories. As the year comes to an end, let’s revisit the moments when Pallavi Joshi redefined cinema as a producer.

Aarohan

Pallavi Joshi wrote and produced the Indian TV series Aarohan, which aired on DD National from 1996 to 1997. Aarohan is set in a fictional scenario where women cadets join the Indian Navy. Through the show, Pallavi highlighted a women-empowering subject, as women were not allowed to join the combat forces in the Indian Navy at that time.

The Kashmir Files

This film centers on the 1990 exodus of Kashmiri Hindus from Indian-administered Kashmir, depicting the events leading up to it as genocide—a framing debated by scholars. The film claims these facts were suppressed by a conspiracy of silence. Backed by Pallavi Joshi, this hard-hitting tale left the nation in shock, revealing harrowing realities that had never been brought to light.

The Tashkent Files

With The Tashkent Files, Pallavi Joshi explored the mysterious death of former Indian Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri. While the subject has been the focus of numerous conspiracies, the film masterfully sheds light on the issue, supported by a stellar cast, including Joshi herself. The film emerged as a sleeper hit at the box office and won two National Film Awards.

Buddha in a Traffic Jam

This film delves into the intricate connections between academia, corruption, and Maoism. With Buddha in a Traffic Jam, Pallavi Joshi ventured into a complex yet creatively approached narrative. Her performance and the film’s message left a significant impact on audiences.

The Delhi Files

Continuing her legacy of bold storytelling, Pallavi Joshi brings another hard-hitting narrative with The Delhi Files. The film addresses the consequences of political decisions made in the 1940s, particularly the suffering endured by Bengal. With extensive research backing its narrative, the film is currently under production and is set to release on August 15, 2025.