Indian filmmaker and screenwriter Narasimha Murthy has made cinematic history by creating the world’s first AI-generated feature film, Love You. A groundbreaking innovation from the Kannada film industry, the film is a landmark not just in Indian cinema, but globally, as it marks a bold leap into the future of storytelling.
Reflecting on the film’s creation, Murthy said, “Every frame, every song, every moment, it’s AI-crafted. We didn’t use a single human performer.” With this project, he envisions a new era of creative collaboration between humans and machines. “This is not just a film; it’s the beginning of a new way to tell stories,” he emphasized, expressing pride in Kannada cinema for pioneering this movement.
The 5-minute romantic drama was produced on a modest budget of ₹10 lakh and features AI-generated characters, visuals, and even 12 songs—all without actors, musicians, or traditional camera crews. Murthy wrote the dialogues and lyrics himself, while AI technician Nuthan, a graphic designer-turned-innovator, handled the AI production using 30 different AI tools.
Creative guidance for the project came from Sundar Raj Gundurao, while Murthy and Nuthan worked closely to execute this never-before-seen vision in Indian cinema.
In another historic first, Love You has been granted a U/A certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), officially making it the first AI-generated film approved for theatrical release in India. Though the release date is yet to be announced, the film has already created significant buzz and is expected to release in theatres worldwide.
Love You not only pushes the boundaries of what is technically possible in filmmaking, but also opens up new possibilities for storytelling, production, and creative expression—making it a milestone moment in global cinema.
