Survival on The Edge
In ‘Survival on the Edge’, we embark on a captivating journey through the enormous savannahs around Pune city in India. Fueled by a mission to find the endangered Indian Grey Wolves, wildlife filmmaker Kunal Shah’s quest unveils a profound tale of coexistence.
As he delves deeper into the savannahs, he encounters the Dhangars, a nomadic tribe of shepherds whose centuries-old culture thrives amidst the savannah’s wild beauty. Through their eyes, we witness a complex dance of survival alongside the apex predator.
The film also paints a poignant picture of change as the savannahs face urbanization and fragmentation. It becomes apparent that the fate of both the Dhangar culture and the unique savannah wildlife hangs in the balance.
While the film's core mission is to find the elusive wolves, it evolves into a mesmerizing exploration of nature, culture, and survival in a rapidly evolving world, shedding light on the urgent need to protect the savannahs and its inhabitants.
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Director Biography - Kunal Shah
Kunal Shah is a young wildlife filmmaker and presenter from India. With a strong passion for all things nature, Kunal is keen on telling stories of coexistence between wildlife and the indigenous communities across the world, as well as bringing the lesser known species and habitats to limelight.