Film
Alaav | 123mins | Fiction | 2024
Alaav, is the story of Bhaveen Gossain, a 63-year-old son, taking care of Savitri, his ailing 95-year-old mother in their home nestled in a quiet suburb of New Delhi, India. Bhaveen rarely steps out of his house as he is completely devoted to looking after his mother. From waking up in the morning until going to sleep, Bhaveen is the sole caregiver for his mother, Savitri.
I’m Not the River Jhelum | 95mins | Fiction | 2022
The film shows glimpses of the life of its young protagonist Afeefa living in Kashmir. On the one hand, the film explores the suffocation and trauma experienced by Afeefa in her personal life and, on the other hand, the film evokes the atmosphere of perpetual uncertainty and violence in the milieu. In following the life of Afeefa, the film traces her growing understanding of the forces at play in Kashmir, India.
Actors: Amba Suhasini K. Jhala, Lokesh Jain, Hiba Qamar, Anand Kumar, Gandharv Dewan, Farooq Bilal Fazli, Syeda Hameed, Inder Salim
Film Crew: Karan Arjun Singh (Supervising Foley Editor), Alok De (Re-Recording Mixer), Pratiik D Bhalawala, Anuj Chopra (Cinematography), Malay Ray (Visual Realisation), Manoj Sikka (Sound Design), Sukriti Khurana (Producer | Production Design), Paresh Kamdar (Mentor | Editing), Prabhash Chandra (Screenplay and Direction)
In Search of Ram | 105mins | Docu-fiction | 2019
Mera Ram Kho Gaya (In Search of Ram) independent Hindi feature film, conceived and meticulously directed by Prabhash Chandra. Blending elements of documentary and fiction seamlessly, the film embarks on a profound exploration of the intertwined themes of Ram, the revered Hindu deity, and the intricate Indian caste system.
Set against the backdrop of contemporary India, the narrative unfolds through three compelling storylines. The first, adapted from "A.K. Ramanujan's 300 Ramayanas," follows the poignant journey of a potter and his donkey, offering a metaphorical lens into the complexities of human existence. The lives of three intimate friends—Indu, Sahir, and Savi—form the heart of the film, their experiences serving as a mirror reflecting the diverse facets of society. Finally, the film delves into the world of the Ramnamis, providing a captivating insight into their devotion and the interplay of faith and tradition.
Actor: Anant Vijay Joshi, Divakar Parmanand Sonkariya, Rajesh Kumar, Sukriti Khurana
Film Crew: Direction and Conception: Prabhash Chandra | Music Direction: Bhaveen Gossain | Sound Design: PD. Valson, Anuj Chopra | Editing: Vinayak Dasgupta | Camera: Sharan Devkar Shankar | Additional Support on Camera: Nandini Mishra, Aditya Kumar, Ravi Raja | Production Design: Sukriti Khurana | DI Colourist: Anuj Chopra | Music Recorded and Mixed by: Sudheer Rikhari | Produced by: Abhash Chandra, Sukriti Khurana, Prabhash Chandra
