Dhye Dreams by Shanta Nepali, Voices from the Roof of the World
Media Source: InfoZonePK (Pakistan)
Date: 3 May 2024
Shanta Nepali’s captivating short documentary, “Dhye Dreams,” part of the 10-episode documentary series ‘Voices from the Roof of the World (VRW)’ Season 3, has achieved a remarkable feat at the recent 13th Nepal European Union Film Festival (NEUFF) 2024. The film emerged victorious, securing the coveted title of Best Short Documentary Film. NEUFF, an annual celebration of cultural diversity and cinematic exchange between Europe and Nepal, held its 2024 edition under the theme “Fifty Years of EU-Nepal Relations: Celebrating Cultural Diversity,” from March 20th to 23rd in Kathmandu, Nepal. Amidst a diverse selection of European and Nepali films, “Dhye Dreams” captivated audiences with its poignant portrayal of climate struggles. VRW is a joint initiative of the Aga Khan Development Network agencies: Aga Khan University, Aga Khan Agency for Habitat, Aga Khan Foundation, and the University of Central Asia, made possible with the support of Ross Beaty, the Sitka Foundation, and the Jenabai Hussainali Shariff Family. The documentary series highlights the profound impacts of climate change in Central and South Asia, focusing on the consequences for vast communities and wildlife amidst the world’s highest mountains and reliant on the great rivers originating from these regions. It emphasises resilience and innovative solutions.
