In a groundbreaking achievement, Bollywood’s ‘Sila’ has etched its name in history by becoming the first Indian film shot inside the majestic Son Doong Cave in Vietnam. Starring Sadia Khateeb and Harshvardhan Rane, the movie’s production wrapped up after an exhilarating journey that blended extreme adventure with cinematic brilliance.
Sadia opens up about the cave shoot, labeling it the most memorable chapter of the entire production. Spending four days in complete isolation – cut off from networks, power, and comforts – the cast and crew roughed it out in tents. ‘It was pure thrill,’ she says, highlighting the daily 25-km hikes through the cave’s rugged paths and mini-mountains, all within its self-sustaining ecosystem teeming with life.
Under Omung Kumar’s visionary direction, Sadia embraced roles that stretched her limits. ‘Omung sir introduced me to action, thrills, and adventures I’d never touched. This film has redefined my capabilities,’ she shares gratefully. A standout moment came during the Gulmarg song shoot, where she was styled as a timeless Bollywood diva, marking a glamorous pivot from her earlier realistic portrayals.
With Karanvir Mehra rounding out the stellar cast, ‘Sila’ promises edge-of-the-seat excitement. Though release details remain under wraps, the film’s audacious shoot in one of nature’s greatest marvels has already sparked global buzz, positioning it as Bollywood’s boldest venture yet.