The India Story: Kajal Aggarwal’s Pesticide Battle brings a hard-hitting social drama to the big screen. The film’s recently released teaser reveals a gripping narrative about the hidden dangers of pesticide farming. Kajal Aggarwal plays advocate Amrutha, who takes up a case after a child dies of cancer linked to pesticide-contaminated food. Directed by Chettan DK, This India Story challenges the agricultural industry and the government’s role in protecting public health.
The plot follows Shreyas Talpade’s character, a grieving father whose daughter dies from cancer. He seeks justice in court, arguing that the illness came from toxic pesticide residues in commonly eaten foods. Kajal Aggarwal’s character takes on his legal battle, asserting that the government must share responsibility for failing to regulate harmful farming practices. The film tackles a hidden health crisis affecting millions.
Director Chettan DK said The India Story is more than a film—it is a conversation society urgently needs to have. He wants audiences to see the serious reality behind pesticide use in farming. The movie highlights the widespread risks of toxic substances in food and their devastating impact on families. This timely story aims to raise awareness and spark change.
Presented by Zee Studios, MIG Production & Studios, and produced by Sagar B. Shinde, The India Story releases on July 24, 2026, in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. This powerful drama promises to make viewers think about what they eat and the systems that allow pesticide harm to continue. The India Story is a relevant film for our times.