Three men escape a scene of theft, with the cops hot on their trail. However, they soon overcome the circumstance and move forth to the next stage of their job. A world of crime and action is conjured for the viewer, as we get introduced to Akhand, Billi and Charlie. Along with the grunginess that the narrative endeavors to invoke, we are also presented with a story of betrayal, doublecrossing and violence. 
Loyalties are tested in this universe as greed and survival become intertwined. Though the film could gain from a tighter control on its visuals, and therefore, the overall production value, it leaves the viewer with storytelling and narrative building that exhibit deep potential.

Chir | Short Film Nominee

The voiceover at the beginning of the film introduces the viewer to the idea of the unexpected nature of life, and soon takes us back in time to portray the origin of the events that are about to unfold in the narrative. A petty crime gone wrong lands a rookie criminal in hot water with the senior gangsters of the area. While it was an act performed out of desperation, he now finds himself in life-threatening circumstances, struggling to secure a way out of them. The film aims for and achieves the stylistic sleekness of crime fiction, telling an engaging story all along. The performances are convincing with a notable story to be shared with the viewer. Though the narration at the beginning has already set a premise in motion, what unexpected course would the events at hand finally take?

Bhangam | Short Film Nominee

Three hard-boiled thugs are playing a friendly game of carom in a dim-lit, shabby garage when the younger one, Sekar breaks into an aggressive rant. He suggests to end the cycle of abuse and exploitation put in motion by their ultimate senior, Selvam, by murdering him. Keshava excitedly welcomes this idea as both try to convince their anna of the scheme. 
Enraged over such a ghastly proposition, the anna, at first reprimands them and then reminds them of his loyalty of twelve long years to Selvam. However, the tide turns, as Sekar and Keshava successfully talk him into seeking vengeance for the years of injustice inflicted upon him. Nevertheless, we soon realize the true motives of the young manipulators, reinforcing the ‘every person for himself’ trope in the crime thriller genre.

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