Raghu Rai had a different view of the world around him. Once he noticed any person or scene, he captured the moment through photography and demonstrated to the world that perspectives matter.
He has taken numerous photographs in his lifetime that would make your spine tingle. Be it the horrific Bhopal gas tragedy, the famous portrait of Mother Teresa, or Indira Gandhi's memorable moments as Prime Minister. He captured all those important moments with his camera and brought them to us, moments we might never have seen otherwise.
They say photographs are static, but every photograph he took spoke volumes. He passed away today after a long-term illness. Let's explore some documentaries made on Raghu Rai, which reveal a lot about his life.
This 55-minute documentary, directed by his daughter, Avni Rai, shows him at work and provides a close understanding of his work ethic, thinking, and life. It provides a personal, behind-the-scenes glimpse.
This film explores Raghu Rai's inner and outer world. Directed by Suvendu Chatterjee, it explores his thoughts, perspectives, and his entire journey as an artist. Through his photographs, stories, and experiences, the film explores how he became a major artist.
This short documentary-like film features Raghu Rai discussing his work and experiences during the Hola Mohalla festival. It offers insights into his photography perspective. It is available on YouTube.
The film, based on his long-running project, captures the diversity and soul of India. It showcases how he has presented diverse places, people, and cultures through his lens. It is also available on YouTube.