Barbareek: The Story of Becoming Khatu Shyam | Movie Screening & Snacks

​A warrior gives up his head to save dharma… and still has the best seat in the house for the greatest war in history.

​Keep the Diwali glow going! 🪔

Join us in Fremont, for a special screening of Barbareek: The Story of Becoming Khatu Shyam, an epic mythological film made with AI by STAGE. STAGE co-founders Vinay Singhal & Shashank Vaishnav are flying in from India for the occasion!

​The story 🔮

​When a severed head brings rain to a drought-stricken kingdom, a king uncovers the legend of Barbarik, a warrior who gave his head to Krishna to protect dharma, asking only to witness the war of Kurukshetra.

​Behind the film 🎬

​Most AI video breaks down after a few seconds. A core team of just 8 at STAGE built their own pipeline, from visuals to multilingual dubbing and score, to keep characters, lighting and action consistent across a full 90-minute feature. Stay after the film to meet the founders and hear how they did it.

​Details:
Doors open at 6:30PM
Film starts at 7PM. sharp.
(90 minutes, in Hindi with English subtitles)

Movie snacks on us 🍿😍

​Brought to you by ❤️

​STAGE: India’s premier entertainment platform for regional cultures.

​MachGen: the generative video, image and audio platform for filmmakers and creative teams.

​Haryanvi Bay Area Association: celebrating Haryanvi culture, language and traditions across the Bay Area.

​Seats are limited, so RSVP now and bring your family and friends for a festive evening of light, legend and cinema. ✨