Writer, Director & Producer · Narrative Short Film
Mysore Magic
The true story of an unlikely romance in 1982 at a disco competition in Mysore, India.
More from the Film
Story
A romantic short film based on a true story — an unlikely romance that began in 1982 at a disco competition in Mysore, India.
Role
Wrote, directed, and produced the film independently through Pineapple Cut Pictures, taking it from script through festival release.
Recognition
Selected at 19 festivals worldwide, including Palm Springs ShortFest, HollyShorts, and RiverRun, with wins at the Atlanta Underground Film Festival and Locals Only. Full list below.
Making Mysore Magic
A behind-the-scenes series covering how the film came together, from casting and production design through the shoot itself.
Trailer
Laurels & Festival Acceptances
Palm Springs International ShortFest
HollyShorts Film Festival
Beverly Hills Film Festival
RiverRun International Film Festival
LA Asian Pacific Film Festival
Houston Asian American & Pacific Islander Film Festival
Asian American International Film Festival (New York)
IFFSA Toronto
SLO Film Fest
Tasveer South Asian Film Festival
San Jose International Short Film Festival
CBFF
BronzeLens Film Festival
Big Apple Film Festival
Manhattan Film Festival
Atlanta Indian Film Festival
Atlanta Underground Film Festival — Winner, Best Local Short
Locals Only (Atlanta Film Society) — Winner
Short of the Week — Online Premiere
In the Press
Short of the Week
Mysore Magic — Online Premiere
Short Films Matter
‘Mysore Magic’ Review
GlamSham
‘Mysore Magic’ Director Abijeet Achar Accomplishes a Film on Immigrants’ Joy
South Africa Sunday Tribune
Immigrant Joy Unfolds in Movie
Desert Sun
Shortfest 2023: Desert Sun Reporters Share Their Favorite Films From the Festival