Bhasha Sumbli, a skilled actor and teacher, experienced a deeply emotional moment last winter when she arrived in Baramulla. Despite years of traveling throughout India for theater, this visit marked her first to her ancestral home.
She was there to shoot the Netflix film Baramulla, a project that became a significant milestone both personally and professionally for her and a rising wave of Kashmiri artists gaining national recognition.
On November 7, 2025, Baramulla premiered on Netflix, making it accessible to viewers in 190 countries. Prior to the global launch, the film held a special press screening at a Mumbai preview theater.
Bollywood Hungama reported that the event featured an interactive session with key figures:
The atmosphere was charged with excitement, not only due to the film’s artistry but also because of the deeply personal narratives it presented. For many involved, the stories were closely tied to their own experiences.
"For all of us filmmakers, whatever films we make, it all comes from our past and our life experiences." – Aditya Dhar, writer and producer
This film offers a new perspective on Kashmir and highlights the growing presence of Kashmiri talent in cinema.
Summary: The Netflix film Baramulla marks a personal and professional breakthrough for Kashmiri artists, presenting intimate stories rooted in their heritage and debuting globally to widespread anticipation.