Lalitaditya – The Sun of Kashmir directed by Sanjeev Kak.

Lalitaditya – The Sun of Kashmir is an epic cinematic retelling of one of the greatest yet least remembered emperors of the Indian subcontinent—Emperor Lalitaditya Muktapida of the 8th-century Karkota dynasty.

At a time when Kashmir stood at the crossroads of civilizations, Lalitaditya rose not merely as a conqueror, but as a visionary statesman, strategist, and patron of culture. His reign marked the golden age of Kashmir—an era defined by territorial expansion, prosperity, architectural brilliance, and intellectual openness. From the Himalayas to the plains of North India, his campaigns reshaped the political map of the region, earning him a place among history’s most formidable rulers.

Yet, beyond the battlefield, Lalitaditya’s legacy shines brightest through his civilizational vision. The iconic Martand Sun Temple, dedicated to Surya, stands as a timeless symbol of Kashmir’s spiritual and artistic zenith—an enduring testament to a ruler who believed power must be balanced by wisdom, faith, and cultural harmony.

This film brings Lalitaditya’s story to life using a bold, contemporary storytelling approach—blending historical research, cinematic imagination, and next-generation AI-driven visual storytelling. It seeks to reclaim a forgotten chapter of history, offering audiences a sweeping spectacle rooted in authenticity, emotion, and scale.

Lalitaditya – The Sun of Kashmir is more than a historical epic. It is a tribute to Kashmir’s civilizational soul, a reminder of its luminous past, and a call to remember a ruler whose light once illuminated an entire region—like the sun itself.