Despite the presence of Article 15 in the Indian Constitution, which forbids discrimination of people based on their religion, caste and creed, the contemporary reality in the country is far from it. This video with Ayushmann Khurana calls out the same. Ahead of the release of his film Article 15, it becomes one of the many similar videos Khurrana has been doing with other publications. In terms of treatment, the video is simple and straight. The writing is constituted by powerful poetry, questioning the status quo. It earns full points for being thought provoking and impactful, albeit not standing out for its visuals, art direction and overall execution.

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The documentary film attempts to draw attention to pertinent issues like cleanliness, the lack of it and its effects on the environment. The narrative is further complicated as its weaved with the ideas of class and the struggle of the cleaning community of a small town called Vengurla in Maharashtra. It touches upon discrimination, lack of equal opportunities and rights in a professional space, marginalisation and exposure to health risks due to lack of adequate equipment and healthcare measures. Packed with some honest and powerful voices, the film does its bit to raise awareness about an often neglected issue.

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The comment Anikashta makes is one of increasing relevance, especially in a world where conversation around discrimination and marginalization is gaining more prominence every single day. A man has arrived at the office of a busy property dealer to look for a house. Their discussion seems to be developing smoothly until the latter asks the former his name. The answer determines his religious identity, and along with it, ushers in stereotypes, bias and prejudice. The short film, thus, becomes an endeavor in invoking the hollowness of it all and the manner in which they come to negatively, and sometimes, adversely affect sincere and dedicated attempts of minorities to throw off the shackles of discrimination in India.

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