Shaukeen Kaminay(2016)
Shaukeen Kaminay is a 2016 Indian Hindi-language comedy-drama film directed by Anil Chorasiya in his directorial debut. The cast includes Kartik Gaur, Sahil Garg, Vanshika Gupta, and Seema Bilong. The story is set in a conservative town where a group of young friends challenge the double standard surrounding virginity. The film uses humor and drama to expose the hypocrisy of traditional values. It was praised for its bold subject matter and honest storytelling. The movie was produced by Brajesh Pandey and Pratima Pandey under MFA Motion Pictures. The runtime is 2 hours and 5 minutes. It was released in theaters on June 3, 2016.
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- Theatrical Release
- 29 April 2016
- Director
- Anil Chorasiya
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Rating
- 3.5/10
Storyline
Sunny and his friends live in a town where virginity is a badge of honor for men but a mark of shame for women. Tired of this unfair rule, they decide to expose the hypocrisy around them. Their mission turns their world upside down and forces everyone to question their beliefs.
“Why is virginity a privilege for men?”
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Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Shaukeen Kaminay: The Virginity Test' but was shortened for release.
- Director Anil Chorasiya also wrote the story, basing it on real social discussions in small-town India.
- It was shot primarily in Rajasthan, using local settings to ground its controversial theme.
- The film had a very limited theatrical release and is more known through home video and streaming platforms.
- Actress Madalsa Sharma, who plays a lead role, was praised for portraying a character challenging societal norms.
- The movie's soundtrack features folk-inspired songs to match its rural setting and emotional tone.
- Despite its serious subject, the film includes comedic elements to make the social critique more accessible.