Yadvi: The Dignified Princess

Yadvi is a gorgeous, heartfelt film, where excellent acting joins with a great script to bring a bygone era to life. Jyoti Singh excels both in the starring role, the noble princess Yadvi, and also as the film's director. I have no idea how she did both at the same time! Excellent sets and richly lit cinematography make this movie a delight for the eyes from beginning to end. The script, written by Gauri Singh, enables the biographical portrait to gently and poetically unfold, gracefully bringing the viewer along through each phase of Yadvi's life, where tragedy and nobility of character are inextricably interwoven. My pranams to all who were involved in this beautiful project!

Yadvi..was a wonderfully filmed movie and very emotional. It was very professionally done. The actors were great. It was an eye opener about another culture. I also got to meet and talk to the incredible filmmaker--Gauri Singh Puri. Met her and her sister at the Eastern North Carolina Film Festival in Winterville, NC. I'm looking forward to seeing her next project.

A compelling, unflinching glimpse into the private life of Indian royalty during a time of change, and great loss. Yadvi is an exceptional female character, unlike any ordinary leading lady. The film's pace allows the viewer to become a part of this family, and to experience the events without the rushing of typical "Hollywood" movies. A rewarding experience, and beautiful filmmaking.

This film transports the viewer to another time and place with lovely costumes, all lit beautifully and accompanied by wonderful music. The heroine Yadvi, draws the viewer in with a story that at times is heartbreaking but displays a strong woman who ultimately triumphs over her circumstances. It's a story one can identify with and is also good for the entire family.

Loved to see the true story of our nation. Rest all Indian movies are just short time memories. This movie will stay classical and forever.