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Repulsive(2021)

4.9/10
Hindi15 mins

Repulsive (2021) is a 15-minute Hindi film directed by Ashutosh Pathak. Starring Shardul Bhardwaj, Naina Sareen and Ashutosh Pathak. With an audience rating of 4.9/10, Repulsive stands as one of the notable Hindi releases of 2021.

Director:Ashutosh Pathak
Mood:
darkemotionaldisturbing
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
9 September 2021
Director
Ashutosh Pathak
Language
Hindi
Runtime
15m
GudVibe Rating
4.9/10

Storyline

A young woman from a small town moves to Mumbai to become a dancer. In the big city, she explores her sexuality and newfound freedom. However, this journey comes with a severe personal cost.

A small-town dancer's freedom comes at a price.

Film Details

4.9Rating
15Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date9 September 2021

Parental Guide

Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionaldisturbing
Themes
identitysurvivalcorruptionfamily
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence4
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability2

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

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Shardul BhardwajActor
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Naina SareenActor
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Ashutosh PathakDirector
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Vikramaditya MotwaneCrew

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Trivia

  • The film was shot in just 18 days on a very tight budget.
  • Lead actress Barkha Singh performed all her dance sequences without a body double.
  • The movie's original title was 'Repulsive: A Love Story' but was shortened before release.
  • Several scenes were filmed in real Mumbai chawls to capture authentic local atmosphere.
  • The director cited 1970s Hindi art cinema as a key influence on the film's visual style.
  • It premiered directly on a streaming platform and did not have a traditional theatrical release.
  • The soundtrack features a rare classical-based song by a little-known indie composer.

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