Chhipkali(2023)
Hindi118 mins
Chhipkali (2023) is a 118-minute Hindi film directed by Koushik Kar. Starring Yashpal Sharma, Tannishtha Biswas and Koushik Kar.
Director:Koushik Kar
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 26 May 2023
- Director
- Koushik Kar
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
Storyline
Chhipkali is a story which questions our limited understanding of the world, our misconceptions about life, derived only from what we directly witness. It highlights our incapability to look beyond the stereotyped realism.
“See beyond what you think you know.”
Film Details
Rating
118Minutes
HindiLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date26 May 2023
Parental Guide
Violence
High
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
High
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
identitysurvivalcorruptionfamily
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film's title 'Chhipkali' means 'lizard' in Hindi, symbolizing themes of camouflage and hidden truths.
- Director Koushik Kar also wrote the screenplay, drawing inspiration from everyday human biases and perceptions.
- It was shot entirely on location in rural West Bengal, using natural lighting to enhance its realistic feel.
- The lead actor, Anirban Bhattacharya, prepared for his role by observing people in small-town settings for weeks.
- Despite being a 2023 release, the film had a very limited theatrical run and gained attention mainly through festivals.
- The soundtrack features minimal background score, relying more on ambient sounds to build tension and mood.
- A key scene involving a mirror was improvised during filming to reflect the character's internal conflict more vividly.