India, Aug. 20 -- Drs. Renu and Nirmal Joshi, based in Pennsylvania, the US, have directed a docudrama titled The Brown Heart about the epidemic of heart disease in South Asians and what can be done to protect the community against cardiovascular disease. Filmed in the US, UK, India and Pakistan, the film showcases the experiences of people and families affected by the scourge of heart disease. With the incidence of cardiovascular disease affecting the younger South Asian demographic rising, the need for awareness of genetic and lifestyle-induced factors and what can be done to reduce risk is imperative.

The 130-minute movie, which is in English with subtitles in Hindi, is available on Jio Hotstar. Here's an interview with the directors....