She clarifies that her films are not about dealing with the unspoken and that she does not even think in that direction. “What attracts me to stories, from ‘Fire’ onwards are the human struggles to be seen, and how the characters go about achieving their rightful place in the human struggle,” filmmaker Deepa Mehta tells an entertainment portal.
Currently her latest documentary ‘I Am Sirat’, is doing the rounds at various international film festivals. It profiles Sirat Taneja, a transgender woman based in New Delhi who lives and works as a woman in her professional career and as a social media personality, but holds the familial responsibilities of a son to her widowed mother.
Mehta, who first met Sirat five years ago on the sets of the web series ‘Leila’ where she was playing the part of a transgender guard, remembers: “I got to know her during the intensive rehearsals...
Currently her latest documentary ‘I Am Sirat’, is doing the rounds at various international film festivals. It profiles Sirat Taneja, a transgender woman based in New Delhi who lives and works as a woman in her professional career and as a social media personality, but holds the familial responsibilities of a son to her widowed mother.
Mehta, who first met Sirat five years ago on the sets of the web series ‘Leila’ where she was playing the part of a transgender guard, remembers: “I got to know her during the intensive rehearsals...
- 3/18/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
In the tapestry of the 1960s, where societal norms and familial structures held sway, Aachar and Co. skillfully weaves the intricate story of the Aachar family, led by the staunch patriarch, Madhusudhan. A quintessential man of principles, he molds his family to the contours of his aspirations, blending the typicality of the time with his vision for a prosperous future. Set against the backdrop of old Bangalore, the family comprises twelve members: a father, a mother, three sons, and seven daughters.
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What Happens In The Film?
Madhusudhan, a civil engineer with a coveted government position, enjoys the luxuries that come with it: a sprawling house, a car, domestic help, and a driver. Yet his demeanor reflects the conservative values of the era, deeply rooted in the belief that education is paramount. He yearns for his sons to follow in his footsteps, becoming engineers with esteemed government positions. However,...
Spoilers Ahead
What Happens In The Film?
Madhusudhan, a civil engineer with a coveted government position, enjoys the luxuries that come with it: a sprawling house, a car, domestic help, and a driver. Yet his demeanor reflects the conservative values of the era, deeply rooted in the belief that education is paramount. He yearns for his sons to follow in his footsteps, becoming engineers with esteemed government positions. However,...
- 8/28/2023
- by Anjena Pillai
- Film Fugitives
Prime Video announced the global digital premiere of the Kannada comedy drama, ‘Aachar & Co.’ written and directed by Sindhu Sreenivasa Murthy, the film has been co-written by comedian Kanan Gill, and stars Murthy himself alongside Anirudh Acharya, Harshil Koushik and Sudha Belawadi in pivotal roles.
Set in 1960s Bangalore, the film centres around civil engineer Madhusudhan Aachar and his wife Savithri’s conventional family, and their lives as they grapple with modernization while upholding their heritage. But when the head of the family, Madhusudhan, unexpectedly passes away, the family is suddenly facing a new reality with shifting dynamics, that compels all members to contribute towards household responsibilities.
Against the backdrop of evolving gender roles and societal norms, Aachar & Co. portrays the challenges of raising a large family, managing their wellbeing, and educating children, among other functions in this heartwarming story.
Adeptly delving into the themes of women empowerment,...
Set in 1960s Bangalore, the film centres around civil engineer Madhusudhan Aachar and his wife Savithri’s conventional family, and their lives as they grapple with modernization while upholding their heritage. But when the head of the family, Madhusudhan, unexpectedly passes away, the family is suddenly facing a new reality with shifting dynamics, that compels all members to contribute towards household responsibilities.
Against the backdrop of evolving gender roles and societal norms, Aachar & Co. portrays the challenges of raising a large family, managing their wellbeing, and educating children, among other functions in this heartwarming story.
Adeptly delving into the themes of women empowerment,...
- 8/21/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Bengaluru, Aug 14 (Ians) The Super Matches have decided the fate of many teams in the Grand Prix Badminton League (Gpbl) so far and it was not different for Mandya Bulls and Bandipur Tuskers, who both registered an identical 6-3 wins over their respective rivals Mangalore Sharks and Kodagu Tigers in their second tie of Group A matches, at the Karnataka Badminton Association, here on Sunday.
With the victory, the Sharks jumped to the top of the leaderboard with 11 points from two games while Mandya Bulls lie second at 10 points.
The Sharks raced to a 3-0 lead after their ‘Trump’ win in the women’s singles and Men’s doubles. However, they lost the Singles and mixed doubles match, a trump match for their rivals as the scores were level at 3-3.
In a tight super match, Mandya bulls scored eight points consecutively to almost catch up with the Sharks as...
With the victory, the Sharks jumped to the top of the leaderboard with 11 points from two games while Mandya Bulls lie second at 10 points.
The Sharks raced to a 3-0 lead after their ‘Trump’ win in the women’s singles and Men’s doubles. However, they lost the Singles and mixed doubles match, a trump match for their rivals as the scores were level at 3-3.
In a tight super match, Mandya bulls scored eight points consecutively to almost catch up with the Sharks as...
- 8/14/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
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