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Namak(2024)
Hindi20 mins
Namak (2024) is a 20-minute Hindi film directed by Abhiruchi Chand. Starring Abhiruchi Chand.
Director:Abhiruchi Chand
Mood:
emotionaldarksuspenseful
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 10 October 2024
- Director
- Abhiruchi Chand
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 20m
Storyline
A woman in a long but unhappy marriage feels constantly criticized by her husband, who always complains that her cooking is never salted correctly.
“A marriage seasoned with everything but love.”
Film Details
Rating
20Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date10 October 2024
Parental Guide
Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionaldarksuspenseful
Themes
familyidentitycorruptionrevenge
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence2
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3
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Cast & Crew
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Abhiruchi ChandDirector
→Trivia
- The film's title 'Namak' means salt, which is a central metaphor for the protagonist's struggles in her marriage.
- Director Abhiruchi Chand is known for short films and this is her feature film debut in Hindi cinema.
- The movie was shot in just 21 days, primarily in real home locations to maintain authenticity.
- Actress Madhurima Tuli, who plays Manjari, reportedly learned specific cooking techniques for her role.
- The script was developed from a real-life observation about domestic relationships and culinary criticism.
- The film's budget was modest, relying heavily on natural lighting and minimal sets to create its intimate feel.
- It premiered directly on a streaming platform, bypassing a traditional theatrical release in India.