The story of the film endeavours to tap into several emotions - heartache, professional success, moving on and all that is left behind in the wake of the inexorable passage of time. Most of the drama plays out in a single scene, one which consists of a conversation between two people. It is soon discovered that they are past lovers, both having moved ahead with their lives. But have they really? <br><br> The film invokes the question and leaves it up to the reader to answer in whichever manner they deem feet. The action also changes in tonality and setting as it nears its conclusion. While the characters may have turned to the past to seek perhaps answers, maybe a closure of sorts, will they truly find it?

Galpa Alpa | Short Film Nominee

A young man speaks with another called Bramha. The latter is hesitant to share the story of his past at first. However, soon he opens up, and a narrative marked by intrigue and darkness unfolds. The storytelling ropes in philosophical and existential questions about morality, right and wrong, sinning, and repentance. There is also the suggestion of bad deeds catching up with the doer, ensuring that they are unable to break out of the cycle of their malicious actions. <br><br>

The film further invokes the binary of the two identities and lives of the same man, the sage Balmiki and the dacoit Dashyu Ratnakar. The duality prevails throughout the narrative, expressing its ideas and messages with clarity and ease at the film’s conclusion, leaving one with a story crafted with care and meticulousness. 


Balmiki | Short Film Nominee

The film adopts a poetic approach to extol the qualities of a mother and why a simple cup of tea made by her is precious. Aarambh further employs skilful visuals to convey its intentions to the viewer and leaves them with an endearing narrative about a mother's love.

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