When the film opens, we are introduced to a visibly harried man who is looking for someone called Jugni. At this juncture, the viewer is kept unaware if Jugni is a pet, a child or perhaps someone else. The narrative gradually reveals it to be not only a doll, but also an indispensable companion to the protagonist. <br><br> As he begins to detail his day for the doll, we are allowed a deeper glimpse into this relationship. Though such a premise could eventually lead to a more grim mood, the idea of a man living by himself and constantly invested in an engaging conversation with an inanimate object, the narrative chooses to not go down that road. It instead shows the man's reliance on the doll. This is followed by his neglect towards it when life gets him preoccupied with other people, only to find his way back to it again as fate deals him a card defined by betrayal, heartache and hurt.

Jugni | Short Film Nominee

Back from school, a boy wants to play cricket with his friend. His friend agrees to play on the condition that the boy first bring him his ball from the terrace. The boy readily agrees, but little does he know that the terrace is haunted. Paranormal occurrences begin to happen in his life after that visit.<br><br> As things continue to worsen progressively, what will be the fate of our young protagonist? And more importantly, will the film truly be able cause the chills it intends with its story of supernatural events and cursed dolls?

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