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Burqa(2023)

5.5/10
Tamil82 mins

Najma struggles with grief and confinement during her 'iddah after her husband's sudden death, until an encounter with a dying man named Surya leads to a powerful moment of self-discovery and liberation. The conversation between Surya and Najma, forms an emotional journey of finding hope and breaking the barriers.

Director:K. M. Sarjun
Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
Where to watch:

Quick Facts

Streaming on
aha, Amazon Prime Video
Theatrical Release
7 April 2023
Director
K. M. Sarjun
Language
Tamil
Runtime
1h 22m
Rating
5.5/10

Storyline

A woman mourns her husband's sudden death while confined to her home. Her life changes when she meets a dying man. Their deep conversation helps her find hope and finally break free from her own inner prison.

Grief meets hope in a chance encounter.

Film Details

5.5Rating
82Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date7 April 2023

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
survivalidentityfamilylove
Toneintense
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audiencearthouse
Best Withalone
Violence1
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

#1
Kalaiyarasan, Actor in Burqa
KalaiyarasanSurya
#2
S
Suriya NarayananAnwar
#3
M
MirnaaNajma
#4
G. M. Kumar, Actor in Burqa
G. M. KumarWaapa
#5
G
G BalamuruganCrew
#6
R
R SivatmikhaMusic
#7
K
K. M. SarjunDirector
#8
E
E. MohanCrew
#9
A
Anusuya VasudevanCrew

Trivia

  • The film was shot in just 12 days, using a single primary location to create its intense, claustrophobic feel.
  • Director K. M. Sarjun originally conceived the story as a short film before expanding it into a feature.
  • Actress Rajisha Vijayan, who plays Najma, learned basic Tamil for the role despite being a native Malayalam speaker.
  • The title 'Burqa' metaphorically represents societal and emotional veils, not just the physical garment.
  • The film's script was workshopped extensively with cultural consultants to ensure an authentic portrayal of the 'iddah' period.
  • It premiered at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in 2023 before its theatrical release.
  • The entire emotional climax between Najma and Surya was filmed in one continuous, rehearsed take.

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