Hope films I make become mainstream, says Anand Gandhi

After putting his might behind independent projects, "Ship of Theseus" director Anand Gandhi hopes his stories find more mainstream relevance in future.

Gandhi has penned the screenplay for his maiden mainstream outing "Helicopter Eela", starring Kajol. The feature, which released on October 12, is based on his play "Beta Kaagdo".

He has also written and produced "Tumbbad", a historical period horror featuring Sohum Shah, which also released on the same day. A mythological horror, the film has has received unanimous praise by critics.

Gandhi, 38, is glad to contribute in this shifting ecosystem where viewers are warming up to content-driven stories.

"There is a beautiful churning happening. It is exciting to be part of this change and make films. The biggest challenge is to optimise these possibilities and keep pushing and reinventing oneself," Gandhi told PTI.

"I will continue to make the kind of films I want to make. I hope the films I make reach a wider audience. So the definition of commercial cinema changes," he added.

The filmmaker said the difference between commercial and independent cinema has blurred over the years.

"I hope the cinema that resonates deeply with people and provides meaningful experience become mainstream. The lines are blurring, I don't think there is a relevant difference today."