EXCLUSIVE: Anand Pandit on how technology is reshaping cinema, but emotion still remains its soul; cites example of Raanjhanaa's AI-modified re-release

Cinema has continuously evolved with technology, from silent films to colour, 35mm to 70mm, and now incorporating Artificial Intelligence, virtual production, and advanced visual effects. Indian cinema has been creating grand visual worlds through imagination and craftsmanship, as seen in films like Mughal-e-Azam and Sholay. Today, filmmakers are adapting global techniques, such as motion capture and virtual cinematography, to tell emotionally familiar stories to Indian audiences. The emotional intensity beneath the spectacle remains a key element, making films memorable and impactful.