‘Moving Mountains Within’
serves as an inspirational testament to the indomitable human spirit.
This documentary showcases inspiring stories of runners of La Ultra – The High, the world’s toughest and craziest marathons.
MTV unveiled the premiere of ‘Moving Mountains Within,’ a gripping documentary directed by Abhishek Kumawat and produced by Dr. Rajat Chauhan and Abhishek Kumawat, on August 7, 2024. This compelling film follows ultra-runners as they tackle the formidable La Ultra – The High race in Ladakh.
A Journey Beyond the Race
More than just a race, ‘Moving Mountains Within’ is a testament to human passion and resilience. It captures ultra-runners conquering the extreme 17,582 ft altitude and challenging weather of Ladakh in August 2019. The documentary features grueling distances of 55, 111, 222, 333, and an astonishing 555 km, with participants braving the harsh desert terrain and high altitudes. The 555 km race, completed in 132 hours, stands as one of the world’s toughest.
Remarkable Participants
The documentary highlights a diverse group of participants:
Mathew Maday and Cassendra Turner: Successful entrepreneurs.
Jason Reardon: Ex-military from Australia.
Ashish Kasodekar: A 40-year-old Indian runner with prior La Ultra experience.
Shikha Pahwa: A restaurant owner from Delhi.
Lukasz Sagan: Quit his job to train for La Ultra.
Passion Over Prize
The race is notable for its lack of prize money or rewards, with runners driven solely by their passion. The documentary showcases their camaraderie, determination, and perseverance through snow, physical breakdowns, and mental challenges.
Anshul Ailawadi, Business Head – Youth & English Cluster at Viacom18 Media Private Limited, shared, “We are incredibly excited to bring ‘Moving Mountains Within’ to our JioCinema Premium users. The ultra-runners exemplify what the human mind and body can achieve. As a premier youth entertainment brand, we’re proud to diversify our non-fiction content with authentic stories that resonate deeply with GenZ and Millennials, who seek purpose and meaning.”
Premiere Details
‘Moving Mountains Within’ premiered on August 7, 2024, on JioCinema. This film serves as an inspirational testament to the indomitable human spirit, demonstrating how perseverance can indeed move mountains within.
