Wild Tamil Nadu – a Landmark Documentary, celebrates State’s Biodiversity!
Chennai, 17th October 2025: Directed by Mr. Kalyan Varma, Nature inFocus and supported by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department, this ground-breaking wildlife documentary captures the stunning ecological richness of the State and aims to foster a sense of pride and a stronger dedication to conservation in its audience.
Wild Tamil Nadu is a stunning new natural history documentary that unveils the remarkable biodiversity of Tamil Nadu—where rainforests, coral reefs, and arid deserts converge to form one of the most unique ecological landscapes on Earth. Throughout the documentary, viewers will traverse Tamil Nadu’s most breath-taking terrains, encounter an incredible array of wildlife, and discover captivating tales of animal behaviour that have never been captured on camera before.
This documentary traverses’ vibrant ecosystems teeming with life—from iconic giants like elephants and leopards to lesser-known marvels such as fireflies, lion-tailed macaques, and the elusive Madras hedgehog. Interweaving natural history with untold tales from the wild, it paints a vivid picture of biodiversity and harmonious coexistence in India’s southernmost state.
Produced by Sundram Fasteners Limited and directed by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Mr. Kalyan Varma, Wild Tamil Nadu is a one-hour cinematic journey into a land where nature’s dramatic contrasts converge and age-old cultural wisdom continues to guide the bond between humans and the wild. The film was crafted over four years, with a dedicated team of cameramen from South India capturing its diverse and awe-inspiring landscapes.
The documentary’s soundtrack, composed by three-time Grammy Award winner Mr. Ricky Kej, infuses Carnatic traditions with orchestral arrangements to amplify the voices of these landscapes while narration by renowned actor Mr. Arvind Swamy brings the story to life.
“At Sundram Fasteners, we are proud to support initiatives that celebrate and safeguard our natural heritage. This documentary goes beyond the lens—it captures the soul of Tamil Nadu’s wilderness, its vibrant ecosystems, and the deep bond between people and nature. As we unveil the full film today, we hope it inspires a renewed commitment to protect what makes our planet truly extraordinary,” said Ms Arathi Krishna, Managing Director, Sundram Fasteners Ltd.
“Mr. Kalyan Varma called the project “one of the most significant of my career,” My vision was to share a deeper story—a land where culture and wilderness are inseparably intertwined. Tamil Nadu is extraordinary for the astonishing variety of habitats it sustains. This documentary is my attempt to illuminate those stories and highlight the fragile, irreplaceable diversity that merits our shared protection.”
Directed: Mr. Kalyan Varma
Producer: Ms. Arathi Krishna, Sundram Fasteners Ltd
Original Music: Mr. Ricky Kej
Narrator: Mr. Arvind Swamy
Co-director & Editor: Mr. Akhilesh Tambe
Executive Producer: Mr. Rohit Varma
