Behrupiya - The Impersonator(2023)
An impersonator also known as ‘Behrupiya’ amuses the locals by impersonating well-known movie characters. One day, while performing one of his acts, Behrupiya meets with an accident that brings his life to a complete halt. Despite this setback, the young kids in the village who looked up to him as an idol refuse to give up on him and offer their support. The story explores the themes of resilience, determination, and the importance of community support. The accident that Behrupiya faces has a symbolic significance, representing the challenges and obstacles that can arise in life. However, the fact that the village's young children rally around him and offer their support shows that even in the face of adversity, hope and encouragement can come from unexpected places. The story is a poignant exploration of the power of human connection and the resilience of the human spirit.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 November 2023
- Director
- Bhasker Vishwanathan
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 21m
Storyline
A performer who dresses as famous movie characters has an accident that stops his work. The village children who admire him refuse to give up and rally to support him. Their help shows how community and determination can help someone through tough times.
“A village's hero falls, but hope rises in small hands.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film was shot entirely in a single village in Rajasthan, using local non-actors for most roles.
- Director Bhasker Vishwanathan spent over a year living in the village to understand the community before filming.
- The 'accident' scene was filmed using practical effects only, with no computer-generated imagery.
- The movie's title, 'Behrupiya', refers to a traditional Indian street performer who impersonates mythological or popular figures.
- The film had a very small theatrical release, primarily at film festivals in India and abroad.
- The child actors in the film were real village children who had never seen a movie camera before.
- The director cited documentaries about rural Indian life and folk art as a major influence on the film's style.