Actor and director Roopa Iyer had read about a plane crash in the US, in which the only survivor was a child. This piece of news triggered an idea in Roopa to make a film around the incident. She began collecting material and reading about the incident and found out that the plane crashed in a tribal belt. After several months of research, Roopa began working on the film which is titled 'Colours'.
The director says that it is a patriotic film about how the child yearns to go back to her country and reunite with her family. The character of the child is played by Avarora, an American child actor, who has been hand-picked by Roopa. In an interview with Nina C George, Roopa shares her experiences of working on the film.
What is 'Colours' about?
'Colours' is an international children's film that features children from different countries. The role of an American child is played by Avarora, who is acting along with an African and an Indian child. The film delves into issues related to racism. It also throws
light on how children, irrespective of caste, creed or religion, remain happy and cheerful all the time.
What inspired you to work on a real incident?
I read about a plane crash that happened in Kentucky a few years ago. The idea was to show how children can lead the way to a better and more peaceful living. The movie throws light on leadership qualities in children, their innocent love, friendship and close bond with their family. I wanted to bring together children from different nationalities for this project.
How did you zero in on Avarora?
I wanted an energetic and enthusiastic eight-year-old girl for the lead role. So, I decided to go to the US to audition the main lead. I went to a couple of schools, dance and film institutes. That's where I spotted Avarora. She was not only smart and sensible but followed my instructions very well. She's a good actor and gets along perfectly with the rest of the cast and crew.
How was it working with her?
Working with children, especially Avarora, has been an extremely rejuvenating experience. Although this is Avarora's first time, she was very cooperative and adjusting. She would run through the forest without slippers and sleep on the floor without a bed. She didn't seem to bother about the harsh conditions that we had to shoot in. She wasn't fussy about food either.
Where all did you shoot?
We shot in Dandeli forests in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, Bisile forest region and in Bengaluru.
What is your next project?
I am focussing on completing the post-production work of 'Colours'. I have two scripts in hand which are yet to be titled. I hope to start working on them soon.
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Actor and director Roopa Iyer had read about a plane crash in the US, in which the only survivor was a child. This piece of news triggered an idea in Roopa to make a film around the incident. She began collecting material and reading about the incident and found out that the plane crashed in a tribal belt. After several months of research, Roopa began working on the film which is titled 'Colours’.
The director says that it is a patriotic film about how the child yearns to go back to her country and reunite with her family. The character of the child is played by Avarora, an American child actor, who has been hand-picked by Roopa. In an interview with Nina C George, Roopa shares her experiences of working on the film.
What is 'Colours’ about?
'Colours’ is an international children’s film that features children from different countries. The role of an American child is played by Avarora, who is acting along with an African and an Indian child. The film delves into issues related to racism. It also throws
light on how children, irrespective of caste, creed or religion, remain happy and cheerful all the time.
What inspired you to work on a real incident?
I read about a plane crash that happened in Kentucky a few years ago. The idea was to show how children can lead the way to a better and more peaceful living. The movie throws light on leadership qualities in children, their innocent love, friendship and close bond with their family. I wanted to bring together children from different nationalities for this project.
How did you zero in on Avarora?
I wanted an energetic and enthusiastic eight-year-old girl for the lead role. So, I decided to go to the US to audition the main lead. I went to a couple of schools, dance and film institutes. That’s where I spotted Avarora. She was not only smart and sensible but followed my instructions very well. She’s a good actor and gets along perfectly with the rest of the cast and crew.
How was it working with her?
Working with children, especially Avarora, has been an extremely rejuvenating experience. Although this is Avarora’s first time, she was very cooperative and adjusting. She would run through the forest without slippers and sleep on the floor without a bed. She didn’t seem to bother about the harsh conditions that we had to shoot in. She wasn’t fussy about food either.
Where all did you shoot?
We shot in Dandeli forests in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, Bisile forest region and in Bengaluru.
What is your next project?
I am focussing on completing the post-production work of 'Colours’. I have two scripts in hand which are yet to be titled. I hope to start working on them soon.
The director says that it is a patriotic film about how the child yearns to go back to her country and reunite with her family. The character of the child is played by Avarora, an American child actor, who has been hand-picked by Roopa. In an interview with Nina C George, Roopa shares her experiences of working on the film.
What is 'Colours' about?
'Colours' is an international children's film that features children from different countries. The role of an American child is played by Avarora, who is acting along with an African and an Indian child. The film delves into issues related to racism. It also throws
light on how children, irrespective of caste, creed or religion, remain happy and cheerful all the time.
What inspired you to work on a real incident?
I read about a plane crash that happened in Kentucky a few years ago. The idea was to show how children can lead the way to a better and more peaceful living. The movie throws light on leadership qualities in children, their innocent love, friendship and close bond with their family. I wanted to bring together children from different nationalities for this project.
How did you zero in on Avarora?
I wanted an energetic and enthusiastic eight-year-old girl for the lead role. So, I decided to go to the US to audition the main lead. I went to a couple of schools, dance and film institutes. That's where I spotted Avarora. She was not only smart and sensible but followed my instructions very well. She's a good actor and gets along perfectly with the rest of the cast and crew.
How was it working with her?
Working with children, especially Avarora, has been an extremely rejuvenating experience. Although this is Avarora's first time, she was very cooperative and adjusting. She would run through the forest without slippers and sleep on the floor without a bed. She didn't seem to bother about the harsh conditions that we had to shoot in. She wasn't fussy about food either.
Where all did you shoot?
We shot in Dandeli forests in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, Bisile forest region and in Bengaluru.
What is your next project?
I am focussing on completing the post-production work of 'Colours'. I have two scripts in hand which are yet to be titled. I hope to start working on them soon.
Actor and director Roopa Iyer had read about a plane crash in the US, in which the only survivor was a child. This piece of news triggered an idea in Roopa to make a film around the incident. She began collecting material and reading about the incident and found out that the plane crashed in a tribal belt. After several months of research, Roopa began working on the film which is titled 'Colours’. The director says that it is a patriotic film about how the child yearns to go back to her country and reunite with her family. The character of the child is played by Avarora, an American child actor, who has been hand-picked by Roopa. In an interview with Nina C George, Roopa shares her experiences of working on the film.
What is 'Colours’ about?
'Colours’ is an international children’s film that features children from different countries. The role of an American child is played by Avarora, who is acting along with an African and an Indian child. The film delves into issues related to racism. It also throws
light on how children, irrespective of caste, creed or religion, remain happy and cheerful all the time.
What inspired you to work on a real incident?
I read about a plane crash that happened in Kentucky a few years ago. The idea was to show how children can lead the way to a better and more peaceful living. The movie throws light on leadership qualities in children, their innocent love, friendship and close bond with their family. I wanted to bring together children from different nationalities for this project.
How did you zero in on Avarora?
I wanted an energetic and enthusiastic eight-year-old girl for the lead role. So, I decided to go to the US to audition the main lead. I went to a couple of schools, dance and film institutes. That’s where I spotted Avarora. She was not only smart and sensible but followed my instructions very well. She’s a good actor and gets along perfectly with the rest of the cast and crew.
How was it working with her?
Working with children, especially Avarora, has been an extremely rejuvenating experience. Although this is Avarora’s first time, she was very cooperative and adjusting. She would run through the forest without slippers and sleep on the floor without a bed. She didn’t seem to bother about the harsh conditions that we had to shoot in. She wasn’t fussy about food either.
Where all did you shoot?
We shot in Dandeli forests in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, Bisile forest region and in Bengaluru.
What is your next project?
I am focussing on completing the post-production work of 'Colours’. I have two scripts in hand which are yet to be titled. I hope to start working on them soon.