Nestled in Kerala's lush landscape, Marottichal was once ravaged by alcoholism, leaving shattered families and a dwindling economy. Amid this despair, Unni, grieving his brother's death, took in his orphaned nephew, Dev, and struggled to provide for his family. A chance encounter with Aalim, a wise elder with a troubled past, introduced Unni to the transformative power of chess.

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The Pawn of Marottichal

"Me, Raani" is a heartfelt tale of resilience and dreams set against the backdrop of societal expectations. Anju, a 29-year-old single mother, works tirelessly as a maid to provide for her 9-year-old daughter, Raani. Her dream is to see Raani escape the patriarchal society and achieve a life of independence and respect as an engineer. Raani, however, is carefree and naturally brilliant at solving problems, often playing marbles with her street friends, much to her mother's dismay. Anju becomes fixated on giving Raani a carrom board for her 10th birthday, a symbol of sophistication to her, but her financial state makes it an impossible wish. When Anju’s plea for a loan from the landlady is met with mockery of Raani’s habits and their social standing, she is left heartbroken. Raani, sensing her mother’s despair, uses her creativity and resourcefulness to craft a solution with her friends, surprising Anju. This gesture not only rekindles her mother’s hope but also reaffirms that being a “Queen” is not about wealth or titles but an attitude towards life.&nbsp;

Me, Raani

Silent Cycle is a poignant coming-of-age short film that explores the silence surrounding menstruation in Indian households. Set during the sacred Navratri festival, the story follows Vrinda, a curious and spirited young girl who experiences her first period in the middle of a religious ceremony. Unaware of what is happening to her body, Vrinda finds herself shamed and ostracized by her conservative grandmother, Lata, who views the incident as a spiritual transgression. As tension rises within the household, the film delicately unravels the emotional toll of generational expectations and the lack of open dialogue around menstrual health. Silent Cycle is a powerful and intimate exploration of bodily shame, cultural taboos, and a girl’s quiet rebellion against centuries of silence.

Silent Cycle

Journey of a seven-year-old girl, Ruqayya, on a mission to find her lost kitten. Suspecting her mother and neighbors, she embarks on a whimsical search. During her quest, Ruqayya stumbles upon a protest against a recent terrorist attack. Inspired by the demonstrators' placards, she creates her own sign seeking help to find her missing kitten.

Pisho

Spirited seven-year-old Ruqayya, suspects her mother and neighbors of her missing kitten, while investigating, she runs upon a local protest and joins to seek help through her own placard.

SHORTS PACKAGE THREE-The Pawn of Marottichal, Me Raani, Silent Cycle, Pisho

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