The film opens on an oppressively despondent note. All of us at some point have felt the overwhelming burden of a rut, of a mundane life that is constituted by living the same day over and over again. Our protagonist is located at the heart of one such circumstance. 
Even on his birthday, the emptiness and isolation of his lackluster life have left him drunk and alone in his car. However, when his path crosses with two men in an unlikely manner, a story of thrill and foolhardy behavior commences, a story that is never devoid of humor and inherent bonhomie. The two constantly define the situation as the protagonist now finds himself celebrating his twenty-ninth birthday with four men living a life vastly different from his. 
The chemistry of the actors, and the performances they bring to life, embellish the film markedly. The result is an honest glimpse into a problem that often plagues urban existence, and presents storytelling, and world-construction that exhibit deep potential and must be explored further in future projects.

Until Today | Spotlight

The film is essentially a conversation between following your passion and getting stuck in a rut. The story is told devoid of any dialogue and from the same physical space of a room, employing its limited resources as well as the skills of its two-member-cast and crew, to the fullest. When a man starts a new job, his first to be precise, there is the dedication and devotion to use time judiciously and be sincere and devoted to this lifestyle. However, soon a lull follows, resulting in everything becoming chaotic and daunting. Though the film shows want of more control over its color scheme, in this moment, and the realisation that follows it, it manages to communicate its core message to the viewer.

Naukari | Short Film Nominee

It is a Sunday and a man finds himself snowed under all kinds of tasks - from domestic chores to office work. Unable to make plans with his friend for the same reason, his regret at being overly-occupied with all his work sets the tone for the film. The story, consequently, will be one about forgetting your passions and things that you truly enjoyed due to being stuck in a rut. The film takes its time getting to the point when the protagonist finally sits down to realise and then share with the viewer everything that has preoccupied him so far. However, now that he may have spent an entire afternoon revisiting some old hobbies that truly gave him joy, what will be the eventual resolution of the narrative? The film has an answer at its conclusion.

Skyline | Short Film Nominee

Narrated entirely from the point of view of the protagonist, the short film is the story of a man who finds himself stuck in a mundane rut. As he struggles to keep up with professional pressures, demands and expectations, an important realization awaits him. There is also a comment about change to be made within the folds of the plot. Though the film could have gained from a tighter control on its lighting, it aspires to tell a story, and to that goal it dedicates itself fully. A solo project, Transition leaves the door open for more similar endeavors attempting to share the young storyteller's insight on life.

Transition | Short Film Nominee

The short narrative makes no use of dialogue, and takes us into the life of its protagonist simply by way of visuals. The aspiration of the plot is to portray the futility and emptiness of a life that is lived simply in pursuit of one professional goal after another. However, even if these goals are achieved, they leave you with little space to catch a breather for yourself amidst the intensity and exhaustion. The project, though marked by a few raw edges, remains honest and direct with the expression of the same thought.

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