Skip to content
Lavaste official poster

Lavaste(2023)

/10
Hindi mins

Lavaste (2023) is a Hindi film.

Mood:
darkemotionaldisturbing
Where to watch:
OTT availability not confirmed yet. Check Netflix · Prime Video · Hotstar · ZEE5

Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
26 May 2023
Language
Hindi

Storyline

A man with an engineering degree takes a job collecting unclaimed dead bodies. The story shows the hidden tragedy of these forgotten people in society.

Tech graduate. Unclaimed bodies. A chilling job begins.

Film Details

Rating
Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date26 May 2023

Parental Guide

Violence
High
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
High

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionaldisturbing
Themes
survivalcorruptionidentityjustice
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability2

Reviews & Ratings

Your Rating
0/10Rating

Please Register/ Login to rate the movie Lavaste

Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Lavaste' is a Hindi word meaning 'corpse' or 'dead body', directly reflecting its central theme.
  • It was shot on location in Uttar Pradesh, India, using real settings to add authenticity to its grim subject matter.
  • Lead actor Anshuman Pushkar reportedly spent time with real mortuary workers to prepare for his role.
  • The movie had a very limited theatrical release, focusing more on digital platforms for its audience reach.
  • Director Achint Thakkar stated the story was inspired by real news reports about unclaimed bodies in Indian cities.
  • The film's soundtrack uses minimal background score to maintain a raw and unsettling atmosphere throughout.
  • It was produced on a small budget, with much of the crew working on the project due to its social message.

Frequently Asked Questions