THE BROWN HEART – Live Screening

Understanding Heart Disease Among South Asians
Take Action to Prevent it

South Asians face a disproportionately high risk of heart disease and diabetes-often at younger ages and with more severe symptoms than other populations. Factors such as genetics, lifestyle, and unique fat distribution patterns contribute to this increased risk. Brown Heart is a groundbreaking documentary that directly addresses this urgent health crisis, making its in-person screening especially important for the South Asian community.

“This is more than a film. It’s a wake-up call.” – Dr. Renu Joshi

Indian Circle for Caring invites you to a FREE live screening of The Brown Heart at four locations in Greater Boston area.  For your convenience this live screening will be available in four locations in Greater Boston area on Saturday August 23^rd and Sunday August 24^th.

The Brown Heart is a compelling documentary that delves into the alarming rise of early and severe heart disease among South Asians. Directed by Drs. Nirmal and Renu Joshi, the film combines over 70 years of clinical experience with personal narratives and expert insights to shed light on this pressing health crisis.

After the screening you will have an opportunity to ask Drs. Nirmal and Renu Joshi, the directors and creators of this unique documentary, about this topic. In addition, you will have access to experts from local health organizations that have programs addressing the heart health and diabetes faces by South Asians

Why attend in-person

• Understand the Unique Risks Facing South Asians

• • South Asians are two to four times more likely to experience a heart attack than other ethnic groups, with nearly 70% of heart attack deaths occurring between ages 30 and 60
  • The documentary reveals that heart disease often strikes South Asians earlier and without the classic warning signs, making awareness and early intervention critical

• Learn from Medical Experts in-person from Lahey Hospital, MGH, Newton-Wellsley and Broad Institute present at the Screening

• • Created by Drs. Nirmal and Renu Joshi-physicians with over 70 years of combined clinical experience-the film blends emotional patient stories with clear, actionable medical insight
  • The Joshi duo traveled across India, the UK, and the US, interviewing over 40 cardiologists, public health leaders, and survivors to uncover why South Asians are so vulnerable and what can be done to change this trajectory

• Direct Access to Leading Physicians

• • Drs. Nirmal and Renu Joshi will be present at the screening to answer questions, provide context, and offer guidance based on their research and clinical experience
  • This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with the filmmakers, who are also practicing physicians deeply invested in South Asian health

Attending the screening of “The Brown Heart” offers a multifaceted benefit: educational insights, expert advice, and community engagement. It is an event that promises to be both informative and transformative for those seeking to understand and combat heart disease within the South Asian community

Locations and time

Saturday August 23^rd, 2025

• 10:00 AM – MassBay Community College, 50 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
• 4:30 PM – Chinmaya Mission of Boston, 1 Union St, Andover, MA 01810

Sunday August 24, 2025

• 10:00 AM – Bristol Community College, 11 Field Road, Attleboro, MA 02703
• 4:30 PM – St. John High School, 378 Main St, Shrewsbury, MA 01545