As a child in India, Vishavjit witnesses an anti-Sikh genocide first-hand and hopes to one day return to the place where he was born, the United States. But when he gets the chance as a young man, he finds that even in the land of his birth, he is treated as an outsider. Torn between his religious and national identities, he goes on a journey to find himself. A journey that is once again challenged in the aftermath of September 11th. Unwilling to give up his identity, but frustrated by the hate he faces on a daily basis, Vishavjit decides to respond in a unique way - by dressing up as a superhero. In so doing, even to his own surprise, he's able to flip the terrorist stereotype on its head, find acceptance, and show the world who he really is.

American Sikh

The animated true story of a turban-wearing American who overcomes a lifetime of hate by becoming a new superhero: Sikh Captain America.

Inspired by actual events, MEN IN BLUE explores the effects of human trafficking and labor exploitation in the United States. Resistance brews among the Indian immigrants who were stripped of their dignity when a reputed shipyard in Texas conscripted them as guest workers to repair the oil rigs and ships damaged after Hurricane Katrina.

Men in Blue

"Men in Blue" is a scathing indictment of the hidden in plain sight practice of modern slavery taking place in America and across the globe.

“Raada” (Muck) unveils the harsh realities in small towns in India that explores power dynamics, societal apathy and cyclic violence. Interwoven lives of Raju, Gotya, and Vikas probe identity, friendship, and power's allure. Raju's unchecked rage reflects toxic masculinity, while Gotya embodies the marginalized, shaped by trauma. Vikas, torn between ambition and societal norms, embodies inner turmoil. The film delves into societal indifference's impact, depicting a community tolerating abuse and perpetuating violence. Inspired by 1980s Bollywood's bold aesthetics, the film magnifies characters and situations through vivid colors and dramatic lighting. While embracing 1980s Bollywood, "Raada" addresses current issues, bridging nostalgia and modernity for a captivating global audience. It prompts reflection on power, complicity, and indifference's toll, urging empathy and collective action to dismantle destructive cycles. Unveiling unchecked power's repercussions, "Raada"(Muck) seeks dialogue, empathy, and change, offering a unique cultural experience with universal resonance.

Raada (Muck)

In the chaotic streets of rural India, a reckless trio get entangled in the corrupt world of local politics, and as their actions escalate, a tragic event unfolds, revealing the cycle of violence and apathy, witnessed by a silent crowd.

Set between the borders the perilous of India and Bangladesh, the world of "Ghuspaith" is marred by pressing refugee crises, militancy, and illicit cattle trade. This volatile expanse transforms into a haunting purgatory by those daring to make the perilous crossing.Amidst this chaos, we find MANAV, an Indian photojournalist, who is on the run with his family and being hunted by a group of ethnic cleansing militants. Manav and his family aim to cross the border and return home to India, with the help of a local human trafficker and cattle smuggler, USMAN.However, fate takes an unexpected turn when the extremist group of militants hitches a ride in the same truck where Manav seeks refuge. What unfolds is a sequence of high-octane, nerve-wracking events that shatter the reality for each character, compelling the family into profound life-altering choices.Ultimately, Manav and Usman, two men from different nationalities and religions, go against the fractured moralities of their nations to save human lives.Inspired by the life and tragic demise of acclaimed photojournalist Danish Siddique, "Ghuspaith" delves into a world grappling with a global refugee crisis. As this crisis reverberates across the globe, the film poses a poignant question: in the face of imaginary boundaries etched in the sand, where do we draw the borders between humanity?

Ghuspaith

An Indian photojournalist must cross the perilous border between Bangladesh and India with his family while being hunted down by Mujahideen extremists. As Manav grapples with their harrowing circumstances, "Ghuspaith" asks a poignant question: Where do we draw the borders between humanity?

When an immigrant taxi driver in upstate New York takes an undocumented couple to the Canadian border, they find themselves at odds in the shared pursuit of a better life.

Esperanza

Washington

American Sikh | Esperanza | Men in Blue | Muck | Ghuspaith

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