Wild Encounters: A Journey into Nature’s Heart

Arati Kumar-Rao in conversation with Mihiri Wikramanayake Ever wondered what it’s like to camp out on a disappearing river island or track the footsteps of rare animals in the forest at dawn? A journey off-the-beaten-path with Arati Kumar-Rao into South Asia’s wildest, most mysterious corners – landscapes most people never even know exist, with captivating visuals, unexpected twists, and tales of misadventures. Arati will show how the remote, often overlooked, “margin lands” of South Asia are full of untold stories, bringing to life the people, wildlife, and fragile ecosystems that inhabit these edges of existence. Even in the most remote and forgotten parts of the world, nature’s wonders are waiting to be discovered—if you’re willing to get a little mud on your shoes.