Sheer Qorma(2021)

Storyline

Two women fall in love, but their relationship challenges their family's traditions and beliefs. They must find the courage to be together despite social pressures. The story explores their journey for acceptance and belonging.

“Love beyond belief, family beyond tradition.”

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Cast & Crew

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Jitin GulatiShahnawaz

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Priya MalikSusan

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Shabana AzmiAmmi

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Divya DuttaSaira

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Swara BhaskerSitara

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Kalyanee MulayShobha

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Faraz Arif AnsariDirector

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Marijke deSouzaCrew

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Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Sheer Qorma

Cast reunions in this film: Divya Dutta & Shabana Azmi (2 films together).

Divya DuttaActor

2nd time

Shabana AzmiActor

Divya Dutta × Shabana Azmi — 2 films together →

Trivia

• The film's title 'Sheer Qorma' is a traditional South Asian dessert, symbolizing sweetness and celebration in queer love.
• It premiered at the Frameline Film Festival in San Francisco, one of the world's oldest LGBTQ+ film festivals.
• Actress Divya Dutta learned to play the harmonium for her role as a queer woman reconnecting with her past.
• The director, Faraz Arif Ansari, is non-binary and uses they/them pronouns, bringing personal perspective to the story.
• It was partially funded through grants and international film bodies supporting LGBTQ+ narratives from South Asia.
• The film features a cameo by veteran actor Shabana Azmi, who has long advocated for LGBTQ+ rights in India.
• Its dialogue includes Urdu poetry, reflecting the cultural heritage of the characters and their emotional journeys.