Malakavva(2024)

Storyline

Malakavva drives an auto rickshaw in Pune, a job mostly done by men. Her life has been difficult, largely because of the men who have been part of it.

“A woman drives her own way in a man's world.”

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

• The film's director, Mehar Malhotra, is a first-time filmmaker who spent over two years documenting Malakavva's daily life.
• The documentary was shot entirely on location in Pune, using a small crew to capture authentic moments without disrupting the subject's routine.
• Malakavva herself had never been interviewed before and the film marks her first time sharing her story publicly.
• The production faced challenges filming in moving auto rickshaws, often using hidden cameras to avoid drawing attention.
• A portion of the film's proceeds were pledged to support training programs for women seeking non-traditional jobs in India.
• The editing process took nearly a year as the team sorted through hundreds of hours of raw, observational footage.
• The film's title is simply the real name of its central subject, emphasizing its focus on her personal identity and story.