Author name: Shvaim Vaishali

Joram: Devashish Makhija’s Powerful Exploration of Survival, Tribal Resistance.

Devashish Makhija, known for his impactful and socially relevant films, continues to voice the struggles of tribals and the oppressed with his latest film, “Joram.” Following his earlier work, Cycle, which focused on a tribal woman, Makhija returns to the subject of indigenous issues and politics, setting his film in the jungles of Jharkhand. The […]

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Class, Caste, and Coexistence in the City: Defining Cinema in ‘Teecha Sahar Hona,’ a Film by Rasika Agashe

Mumbai, often hailed as the economic powerhouse of India, stands as a testament to the complex interplay of ambition and survival. While its towering skyline, bustling businesses, and the allure of Bollywood are the most visible symbols of its success, the true lifeblood of this city lies in its vast working class. These are the

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Hope Reenvisioned: The Masterful Craft of ‘Maharaja’ by Nithilan Swaminathan

Universal Hero Kamal Haasan once saw a short film and remarked, “I hope one day this director will give hope to the entire Tamil cinema.” A decade later, Nithilan Swaminathan makes something remarkable – “Maharaja,” starring Vijay Sethupathi. Tamil cinema today no longer requires hope however, it is now providing hope to the entire country’s

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