Pariah(2022)
A new tenant in his home, the enigmatic Pankaj intrigues Rahul stirring within him a yearning he doesn't quite understand yet. But there's trouble brewing when Pankaj's caste becomes known to the family. Pankaj, at odds with his feelings for a guy that are twice tabooed, struggles to keep a roof over his head. Conflicted by his growing love for a man his family considers beneath them, Rahul must decide what truly matters – age old prejudices or the joy of first love.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 May 2022
- Director
- Nishant Roy Bombarde
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 25m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
Rahul is intrigued by his new tenant Pankaj, feeling a growing attraction he can't explain. However, when Rahul's family discovers Pankaj's lower caste, they strongly disapprove. Rahul must now choose between his family's old prejudices and his first real love.
“Love defies ancient prejudice.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film was shot in just 18 days on a very tight budget, using mostly natural light.
- Director Nishant Roy Bombarde also wrote the screenplay and co-produced the film independently.
- It was filmed entirely on location in a real housing society in Mumbai to create an authentic feel.
- The movie's premiere was at the Kolkata International Film Festival before its wider release.
- The script was partly inspired by real-life news reports of caste-based discrimination in urban housing.
- Lead actor Harsh Rajput prepared for his role by spending time with people from marginalized communities.
- The film uses minimal background music to keep the focus on the raw emotions of the characters.