‘Khajina’ is a narrative that combines drama and humor in an effortless manner, all along keeping audiences fully engaged in the most unlikely endeavors of its protagonist. Shobha has been told by a woman that her small piece of farmland might be harboring pots of gold beneath the earth. Already battling financial trouble, she decides to head out in the middle of the night with a shovel and torch to start digging and unearth at least one of these pots. 

When Kisna, Shobha’s husband, too finds out about the strange undertaking, not only is he quick to join her, but he further ropes in the help of the local drunkard, also his closest friend, Gajya. Suffice to say, soon the entire village is up in arms, digging relentlessly for the evasive, obscure gold. 

The narrative is weaved and presented in a smooth manner, marked by notable performances of its cast, each of which bring their character to life with conviction. The end result is not only entertaining, but also subverts expectations to drive home a message that is deeper and more relevant than what the viewer might have expected at first glance.

Khajina | Short Film Nominee

The film is a story of violence, deceit and jealousy. It takes us into the lives of two actors, Arjun and Johnny. While the former seems to be climbing the ladder of success with sturdiness, the latter is far from that, leaving him with bitter resentment instead. Arjun might still view Johnny with kindness, but a far different story is forming within his friend. As matters come to a head, a terribly dark development makes its presence felt. The short film further aims to embellish itself with stylistic choices and plot points to keep the viewer engaged, all the while endeavoring to entertain them right till the end.

Johnny Artist | Short Film Nominee

Arjun has recently returned to his hometown for a short while from the city. On his first day itself, he is surprised by his father with a new vehicle, along with love being showered on him by his mother. This treatment of his father towards him is in direct contrast with that meted out to his brother, Karna. 
At the same time, there are elements of horror, thrill, and a suggestion of the supernatural, that are attempted to be weaved within the story. Jodu Marga, a small stretch of a street, is infamous for road accidents in the darkness of the night. 

The story develops, and Arjun finds himself suspecting everyone's involvement in the foul play behind this haunting which has plagued the small town for years. As the truth is revealed, the narrative mentions mental health, alcoholism, the isolation and loneliness of depression, familial dynamics and the adverse consequences of them all on someone’s life. It is in putting together these aspects that the film presents its intentions to you.

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