Baikunth(2021)

Storyline

This story is about prevalent caste problem, economical inequality & degraded family values among villages in India.

“A family divided by caste, united by blood.”

Vibe & Tags

Cast & Crew

Trivia

• The film was shot entirely on location in rural Uttar Pradesh to capture authentic village life.
• Director Vishwa Bhanu is also a professor of Hindi literature, which influenced the film's dialogue.
• It was produced by a small independent studio, not a major Bollywood production house.
• The film's title 'Baikunth' refers to the Hindu concept of heaven, contrasting with the earthly struggles depicted.
• Many supporting actors were non-professionals from local villages to add realism.
• The soundtrack uses folk instruments like the 'dholak' and 'manjira' common in the region's music.
• It had a very limited theatrical release, focusing more on film festival circuits.