Beyond the box office, the film's impact is evident in the way it has shifted the discourse on Kashmir in India. It led to the re-release of the film on January 19, 2023, to mark the anniversary of the 1990 exodus. For many Kashmiri Pandits, the film served as a form of , while for others, it raised concerns about heightening communal tensions and social divisions.
The film starkly contrasts different political viewpoints, often portraying "left-liberal" academic institutions as antagonistic to national interests. Controversies and Critical Reception Beyond the box office, the film's impact is
Supporters, including several high-ranking government officials, have lauded the film for finally giving a voice to the displaced Pandit community and showing an "unembellished truth" that had been ignored for decades. It won National Film Awards for National Integration and Best Supporting Actress (Pallavi Joshi). including several high-ranking government officials
