Masaan [ 2015 ]


* "Masaan" is a 2015 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and produced by Drishyam Films, Macassar Productions, Phantom Films, Sikhya Entertainment, Arte France Cinema and Pathé Productions.

* The movie follows the lives of four people in Varanasi, India, whose paths intersect as they navigate their personal struggles and aspirations. Devi (Richa Chadda), a young woman from a lower caste, faces social stigma and harassment after being caught in a hotel room with her boyfriend. Deepak (Vicky Kaushal), a lower-caste boy from a family of cremators, falls in love with a higher-caste girl and dreams of becoming an engineer. Meanwhile, a young orphan boy named Jhonta (Nikhil Sahni) searches for his place in the world, and a middle-aged man named Vidyadhar (Sanjay Mishra) grapples with guilt and grief over his past actions.

* The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2015 and won two awards, including the FIPRESCI Prize. It received critical acclaim for its realistic portrayal of social issues in contemporary India, as well as its poignant storytelling, cinematography, and performances. "Masaan" was a commercial success in India and garnered international recognition, solidifying its place as a modern classic of Indian cinema.

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