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Lion-tiger Fight
This travelogue follows hunters in the Gir forest, capturing the titular fight and the gruesome aftermath.
Overview
From the travelogue series The Adventure Parade, this film follows hunters in the Gir forest, capturing the titular fight and the gruesome aftermath.
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