Indian classical dancer Geeta Chandran has been invited to attend the 13th Annual Tribeca Film Festival in New York next month.
Geeta starrer "Vara: A Blessing" will be presented as a highlight at the 13th Annual Tribeca Film Festival April 16-27, said a statement.
Geeta, known for her deep understanding of the art of Bharatanatyam and Carnatic music, has also choreographed for the film, which is directed by Bhutanese film director Khyentse Norbu. Based on a Bengali short story "Rakta Aar Kanna" ('Blood and Tears') by Sunil Gangopadhyay, it tells the story of the daughter of a devadasi, who falls in love with a Muslim sculptor.
"Vara: A Blessing" also stars Shahana Goswami, Devesh Ranjan, Mohamed Adamaly and Rohit Raj.