"Shambhala" follows an expectant mother from the highlands who embarks on a journey with her husband`s younger brother in search of her husband. The film was shot at altitudes ranging from 4,200 to 6,000 meters in Dolpa, Karnali.

As ‘The Last Swim’ was showcased earlier this month at the inaugural Red Lorry Film Festival, mid-day.com spoke to Indian-Iranian director Sasha Nathwani, whose film ‘The Last Swim’ won the Crystal Bear at the Berlinale 2024. Nathwani dwells on the film’s premise, his Iranian identity, culture and music, and why he is excited about his next project