BEYOND BOLLYWOOD – A South Asian Film Workshop in Barcelona

WHAT IS BEYOND BOLLYWOOD?

Beyond Bollywood is a free filmmaking workshop organized by ESCAC (Escola Superior de Cinema i Audiovisuals de Catalunya) and SA Studios@Nupura. Explore the wealth and diversity of South Asian cinema beyond conventional commercial models.

Designed as a creative and educational space, the workshop brings together people from different cultural backgrounds to learn about film, share perspectives, and create original short films inspired by the cinemas of South Asia and the multicultural life of Barcelona.

FOR WHOM IS IT?

Diaspora

People with roots or family ties in South Asia People with a strong interest in South Asian cultures and cinema.

Connections

People with strong personal, cultural, or creative ties to South Asian cultures.

Curiosity

People with a strong interest in South Asian cultures and cinema.

All levels

Doesn’t require experience in cinema.

WHAT DO STUDENTS DO AND LEARN?

  1. Movies and Audiovisual
    • Creation Foundations of film language: story development, script, camera, sound…
  2. History of Cinema
    • The diversity of South Asian cinema beyond commercial Bollywood.
  3. Short Film
    • Collaborative work in small filming teams.
    • Filming and completion of five short films.

WHY DOES IT MATTER?

Barcelona is a multicultural city, but much of that diversity is rarely reflected in the local film scene. Beyond Bollywood creates a space for underrepresented voices to access film education and share their perspectives and stories through film.

By offering free access to audiovisual training and fostering collaboration between Spain and South Asia, the workshop builds cultural bridges through storytelling and audiovisual creation.

SOME OF THE MENTORS OF THE FIRST EDITION

Ben Hopkins

Internationally acclaimed screenwriter and filmmaker. His films combine fiction and documentary with a very distinct personal and political voice.

Tanvi Gandhi

Producer. Recognized as “one of the most powerful women in Bollywood” by Elle magazine.

Jaume Martí

Award-winning film editor with experience in major international productions, including The Snow Society.

Shreyashee Nag

Dancer and choreographer, specializing in traditional Indian dances. Founder of Espai Nupura.

CREATOR & CONDUCTOR

Aditya Bhattacharya

Aditya Bhattacharya is a filmmaker and screenwriter from one of the most influential families in Indian cinema. His work and teaching focus on the history of South Asian cinema, independent cinema, and narratives that go beyond the dominant commercial cinema.

Following the success of Another Barcelona, his pioneering film workshop in Barcelona focused on South Asian communities, he and his team created Beyond Bollywood.In this new program, Aditya brings together prominent voices from India and Europe to create a space for new stories, emerging filmmakers, and diverse cinematic perspectives.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

  • Dates: February 14 – May 3
  • Schedule: Weekends
  • Location: Espai Nupura, Barcelona
  • Format: In-person and hands-on
  • Cost: Free (100% publicly funded)
  • Enrollment deadline: February 5
  • INFO and REGISTRATION: Official website OFF ESCAC