Shaken World Screenworks has produced the short film Priyanath. Inspired by true events, the story of Priyanath is a thrilling, superhero tale, embodying the spirit of youth and fearlessness.
Shaken World Screenworks has produced the short film Priyanath. Inspired by true events, the story of Priyanath is a thrilling, superhero tale, embodying the spirit of youth and fearlessness.
The Story
Six year-old Priyanath imagines himself to be a superhero taking down imaginary villains with his extraordinary powers. Fighting pretend bad guys is easy. But when he learns of a real danger near his home, Priyanath must decide if he’s actually got what it takes to be a real life superhero. And one ominous night will determine his fate. Will young Priyanath become a hero or fall victim to the danger around him?
Six year-old Priyanath imagines himself to be a superhero taking down imaginary villains with his extraordinary powers. Fighting pretend bad guys is easy. But when he learns of a real danger near his home, Priyanath must decide if he’s actually got what it takes to be a real life superhero. And one ominous night will determine his fate. Will young Priyanath become a hero or fall victim to the danger around him?
The Heart of the Film
Priyanath is a fun, inspirational family film. Priyanath, our young protagonist in the film, imagines himself to be a superhero. And we believe there’s a bit of Priyanath in us all. After all, who doesn’t want to be a superhero - to be smarter, stronger, mightier, bolder and more super than we already are? Sure, we may not be able to defy physics by running faster than a speeding bullet, but each of us has an innate ability to be good, noble, courageous, radiant, powerful, selfless and to live beyond our imagined limitations. As filmmakers, our superhero power is to the ability to tell stories that entertain, inspire and help us remember how mighty we all are - stories like Priyanath!
Priyanath is a fun, inspirational family film. Priyanath, our young protagonist in the film, imagines himself to be a superhero. And we believe there’s a bit of Priyanath in us all. After all, who doesn’t want to be a superhero - to be smarter, stronger, mightier, bolder and more super than we already are? Sure, we may not be able to defy physics by running faster than a speeding bullet, but each of us has an innate ability to be good, noble, courageous, radiant, powerful, selfless and to live beyond our imagined limitations. As filmmakers, our superhero power is to the ability to tell stories that entertain, inspire and help us remember how mighty we all are - stories like Priyanath!
AWARDS
Director's Choice Award, Fort Worth Indie Film Showcase 2016
Best Short Award, Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival 2016
Children's Short Film, Bronze Telly Award 2017
NOMINATIONS:
Best Female Lead Actor, Red Dirt International Film Festival 2017
FILM FESTIVAL SCREENINGS
We are so excited to share this film with the world.
Priyanath has screened in several film festivals in the U.S. and internationally, including:
Fort Worth Indie Film Showcase
San Diego Asian Film Festival
Boston International Kids Film Festival
Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival (New York, NY)
Frame 4 Frame Film Festival (Arlington, TX)
River’s Edge International Film Festival (Paducah, KY)
Women In Film’s Chick Flicks / Dallas Video Fest
5th Indian Cine Film Festival (Mumbai)
6th Delhi Shorts International Film Festival
KIDS First! Film Festival
Jaipur International Film Festival
Denton Black Film Festival
Red Dirt International Film Festival
Dallas Fort Worth South Asian Film Festival
Phoenix Film Festival
Deep in the Heart Film Festival (Waco, TX)
Women in Film and Television International Film Showcase
Director's Choice Award, Fort Worth Indie Film Showcase 2016
Best Short Award, Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival 2016
Children's Short Film, Bronze Telly Award 2017
NOMINATIONS:
Best Female Lead Actor, Red Dirt International Film Festival 2017
FILM FESTIVAL SCREENINGS
We are so excited to share this film with the world.
Priyanath has screened in several film festivals in the U.S. and internationally, including:
Fort Worth Indie Film Showcase
San Diego Asian Film Festival
Boston International Kids Film Festival
Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival (New York, NY)
Frame 4 Frame Film Festival (Arlington, TX)
River’s Edge International Film Festival (Paducah, KY)
Women In Film’s Chick Flicks / Dallas Video Fest
5th Indian Cine Film Festival (Mumbai)
6th Delhi Shorts International Film Festival
KIDS First! Film Festival
Jaipur International Film Festival
Denton Black Film Festival
Red Dirt International Film Festival
Dallas Fort Worth South Asian Film Festival
Phoenix Film Festival
Deep in the Heart Film Festival (Waco, TX)
Women in Film and Television International Film Showcase
OUR SUPERHERO STAR POWER
As experienced filmmakers, we know much of the success of a film depends on the quality of the cast. And we are very excited to have an exceptionally talented cast to portray the young family in our short film.
Our cast includes Krishna Smitha as "Kadambini," Ram Lakkoju as "Siva;" and Likith Yalam stars as the mischievous, unstoppable "Priyanath."
OUR SUPERHERO STAR POWER
As experienced filmmakers, we know much of the success of a film depends on the quality of the cast. And we are very excited to have an exceptionally talented cast to portray the young family in our short film.
Our cast includes Krishna Smitha as "Kadambini," Ram Lakkoju as "Siva;" and Likith Yalam stars as the mischievous, unstoppable "Priyanath."
Krishna Smitha
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Ram Lakkoju
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Likith Yalam
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OUR INSPIRATION
The short film Priyanath is inspired by true events. The character Priyanath is based on Priyanath Karar who was born in Serampore, India in 1855. After entering the monastic Swami Order, he became the great Swami Sri Yukteswar.
He is the guru of Paramahansa Yogananda, author of the spiritual classic Autobiography of a Yogi. Yogananda is considered “one of the preeminent spiritual figures of modern times.”
The short film Priyanath is inspired by true events. The character Priyanath is based on Priyanath Karar who was born in Serampore, India in 1855. After entering the monastic Swami Order, he became the great Swami Sri Yukteswar.
He is the guru of Paramahansa Yogananda, author of the spiritual classic Autobiography of a Yogi. Yogananda is considered “one of the preeminent spiritual figures of modern times.”
Paramahansa Yogananda
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Swami Sri Yukteswar --
Photos courtesy Self-Realization Fellowship
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NEWS & PRESS
Interview with Selig Film News.
Interview with Desiplaza TV USA.
Interview with Radio Karishma.