India, Sept. 30 -- US President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to announce plans for a 100% tariff on all movies made outside the United States on Monday. While the specifics of the proposed tariff remain unclear, particularly in terms of how it might affect foreign films, including Indian cinema with its vast diaspora audience in North America, some Indian filmmakers are viewing the development with cautious optimism.

Director Anurag Basu, shared his perspective in an interview with Zoom and said, "Trump's tariff on Indian movies could be a blessing in disguise. If we respond with similar tariffs on Hollywood films in India, it could drive more audiences toward domestic cinema. Higher ticket prices for foreign blockbusters would push...