Hyderabad: ‘Keep The Fire Alive – A Call to Conscious Action’ is a 1.25-minute thought-provoking short film that brings attention to the urgent and sensitive issue of sexual assault, urging individuals to step into true consciousness.
Written and directed by K. Praful Chandra and presented by Tollywood actress Samyuktha, the short film is described as a visual poem that makes audiences reflect deeply on social injustices. Produced under the ‘Under The Same Sky’ banner, the project is supported by Charan Tej Uppalapati and Yash Jain, who share a commitment to impactful storytelling and social change.
A Film Born from a Need for Change
Director Praful Chandra expressed his gratitude to Charan Tej Uppalapati for his guidance and support. Reflecting on the inspiration behind the film, he stated:
“When the recent horrendous incident shook the nation, we saw rage but little resonance of the message we wanted to voice. While anger is necessary, history has shown us that true transformation happens when societies channel their anger into action. The change we seek is not for us—it is for those who come after us.”
He further added, “Human beings are meant to exist with consciousness and intention. But somewhere along the way, we have forgotten this. If humanity collectively moves toward raising a conscious generation, then one day, these atrocities will no longer exist.”
Samyuktha’s Impactful Contribution
The makers were searching for a voice of change, and Samyuktha’s deep commitment to women’s issues through her foundation, Adi Sakhti, made her the perfect choice. Her narration brought raw emotion and depth, making the message resonate powerfully. The film’s final word, ‘Chitagni’, became a profound closing note, reinforcing its impact.
Cinematic Excellence
‘Keep The Fire Alive’ is a visual and auditory masterpiece, brought to life by a talented crew:
- Cinematographer Mourya Ila – Captured striking visuals that turned into poetry.
- Composer Cherub Shirsath – Created a soul-stirring musical score.
- Garage Studios (Editing, VFX & Animation) – Sheik Hassan, Ankit Siddharth, and Vinod Kanna weaved the narrative seamlessly.
- Colourists Lakshit Dhargawe & Chaitanya Kandula – Added depth and intensity to every frame.
- Production Head Safa Ali – Ensured every detail fell into place.
A Call to Keep the Fire Alive
‘Keep The Fire Alive’ is not just a film—it is a movement. Every scene and metaphor mirrors society’s struggles, urging people to speak, fight, and keep the fire of consciousness alive. The goal? A future where the next generation is unable to believe that such horrors ever existed.
