The significance of 'Kashmir Files' as a true - story - based film is multi - fold. Firstly, it uncovers the truth about the persecution of Kashmiri Pandits. It makes the world realize that there was a systematic ethnic cleansing going on. This story, based on real events, has the potential to change the way people view Kashmir's history. It can also inspire further research into the events that led to the exodus. Moreover, it can be a tool for the Kashmiri Pandit community to heal as their story is finally being told on a large scale.