Question 1

What is the film's central conflict about?

Accepted Answer

It follows a shy young Indian student whose life slowly falls to pieces during a family road trip.

Question 2

Which major international festivals featured this film?

Accepted Answer

It was an official selection at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2016 and the Moscow International Film Festival in 2017.

Question 3

How is director Konkona Sen Sharma's family connected to the film's story?

Accepted Answer

She based the film on a story written by her father, Mukul Sharma, and her mother, Aparna Sen, voices Shutu's mother in telephone calls and a letter reading.

Question 4

What real-life relationship exists between actor Ranvir Shorey and director Konkona Sen Sharma?

Accepted Answer

Ranvir Shorey, who plays Vikram, is the real ex-husband of director Konkona Sen Sharma.

Question 5

How many awards did the film win at the 3rd FOI Online Awards in 2017?

Accepted Answer

It won six awards out of 14 nominations, including Best Feature Film, Best Direction, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Ensemble Cast, Best Cinematography, and Best Background Score.

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