Kannada film Lambodhar 2.0, directed by Simple Suni, features a real humanoid robot named Jia as a main character for the first time in Indian cinema history.
Developed by Bengaluru-based Machani Robotics, Jia is integrated as an autonomous acting entity rather than utilizing CGI or an actor performing in costume.
The social thriller marks Bollywood actor Kunal Kapoor's debut in Kannada cinema and explores Gen Z culture, social media chaos, and artificial intelligence.