Ms. Dhara Shah holds the position of Research Associate at the Symbiosis Centre for Research in Media and Creative Industries (SCRMCI) and is concurrently pursuing her doctorate. Ms. Shah's academic focus is predominantly on Film Heritage Studies as well as aspects of Film Distribution and Exhibition. Her research rigorously examines the relationship between film and cultural heritage, particularly how heritage discourse contributes towards the preservation and representation of filmic heritage. Additionally, she has a profound interest in exploring the dynamics of film distribution and exhibition, analysing the shifting paradigms of film consumption and audience reception and the effects of digital transformation on traditional film viewing practices.