Fact-based film on Hindu identity, The Caste Rush, wraps US tour with CSAFF screening
The nationwide US screening tour of The Caste Rush, the acclaimed investigative documentary directed by Nikhil Singh Rajputt, has successfully wrapped up, leaving an indelible mark on audiences across the country. Produced by Indic Dialogue and Shoma Productions, the 60-minute film journeyed through India’s ancient temples to debunk myths of widespread caste discrimination, showcasing inclusive practices, Dalit priests, and community reformers. Supported by organizations like the Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA) and Hindu American Foundation(HAF), the tour engaged over 10,000 participants in more than 20 cities since its August 9 premiere at the Fine Arts Theatre in Beverly Hills, CA. This culmination follows the film’s selection for the 16th Chicago South Asian Film Festival (CSAFF) on September 19, solidifying its role in fostering informed dialogue on Hindu identity and social harmony.
From packed houses in Hollywood to vibrant discussions in the Midwest and East Coast, The Caste Rush sparked emotional responses and calls for cultural preservation. Social media on X erupted with praise, highlighting the film’s fact-based approach and its power to challenge Western misconceptions. Key quotes from attendees and viewers reflect its widespread resonance:
- On educational impact: A viewer shared post-screening, “Eye-opening! Hinduism isn’t only the caste system… Loved how the film questioned everything with data and facts.” Hindu American teenagers echoed this, calling it “made for the next generation” and a “must-watch to understand Hindu Dharma.”
- From academia: Dr. Tim Westly, a non-Hindu professor from San Antonio, TX, noted: “Documentaries like this can right the wrongs, expand people’s mindsets, and help us understand better.” Elected officials and community leaders praised its promotion of social harmony, with one X post describing it as “a wake-up call on caste in our backyard.”
- Diversity and unity themes: CoHNA’s Pushpita Prasad celebrated: “This film offers a beautiful glimpse into the rainbow-like diversity of Hindu Mandirs—a celebration of faith, culture, and community.” Bay Area attendees, including non-Hindus and professors, lauded its “visually spectacular” and “powerful” narrative, with X users calling it “a must-watch for every generation.”
- Broader acclaim: IMDb reviewers raved: “At last, we now have directors… using the big screen to deliver the cardinal truth about Hindu society and help them rebuild the trust and regain respect in the West.” Another post emphasized: “We need many more documentaries like The Caste Rush. This movie explains the meaning of caste and shows the facts that caste is not what people make it out to be.” Professor Praveen Sinha from the premier linked it to real-world issues like the Cisco lawsuit, calling it essential for countering flawed narratives.
Screenings in cities like San Antonio, TX; Bay Area, CA; Houston/ Dallas, TX; Chicago, IL; New York, NY; Phoenix, AZ; Atlanta, GA; Seattle, WA; and Portland, OR, generated viral X engagement, with users describing it as “incredible” and “thoughtfully addresses narratives amplified by Hinduphobic agendas.” The tour’s success has inspired anti-misinformation initiatives and calls for global screenings.
Don’t miss the CSAFF screening on September 19 at AMC River East 21, Chicago—tickets at csaff.org. For global opportunities or media inquiries, contact press@indicdialogue.org. Follow #TheCasteRush on X to join the ongoing conversation.
About The Caste Rush
This award-winning documentary reveals inclusive Hindu temple practices, advocating for truth and harmony. Visit https://casterushthefilm.com.
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