The city that never left the frame: how Vizag became Indian cinema’s enduring backdrop
From the black-and-white drama of Kula Gothralu to contemporary films, Visakhapatnam’s beaches, hills and heritage buildings have quietly shaped the visual language of Indian cinema. Through the memories of a retired professor, a veteran actor and a filmmaker, the city’s six-decade relationship with the silver screen comes alive
· 7/26/2026, 5:23:25 AM· 2 min read

From the black-and-white drama of Kula Gothralu to contemporary films, Visakhapatnam’s beaches, hills and heritage buildings have quietly shaped the visual language of Indian cinema. Through the memories of a retired professor, a veteran actor and a filmmaker, the city’s six-decade relationship with the silver screen comes alive
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