Danish Aslam (of Break Ke Baad fame) Cast: Zakir Hussain, Suhasini Mulay, Neha Saxena
: Guneet Monga, Achin Jain, and Sikhya Entertainment
Explores the hectic life of an oncologist and the need to find hope in tragedy. Deepak Dobriyal, Isha Talwar
, it courageously addresses sensitive topics like marital rape and domestic empowerment. "Chhaju Ke Dahi Bhalle"
The directors understand a crucial truth:
Rima Kallingal plays an overworked oncologist who learns to find hope and joy amidst personal tragedy.
Sudha (played effortlessly by Neena Gupta) is a sweet-making, meticulous homemaker whose life revolves around serving her family. However, her efforts are consistently taken for granted. The short beautifully tracks her subtle rebellion and realization of self-worth, symbolized through the traditional Punjabi sweet, pinni . Director: Smrutika Nupur Panigrahi Cast: Deepak Dobriyal, Isha Talwar Theme: Infidelity and marital trust.
If Swaaha deals with the end of a marriage, Adjustment deals with the hollow middle. Starring as a emotionally detached husband and Lushin Dubey as his overlooked wife, this short is a masterclass in showing rather than telling.