Bhangi

Country: India | Running Time: 10 min | Year: 2024

Synopsis:

Trapped in the brutal cycle of caste oppression, a Dalit boy must choose between risking his life by cleaning a septic tank or facing an uncertain fate in his quest for survival.


Directors: Durva Nandapurkar

Dr. Durva Nandapurkar, a writer, director, and producer from Mumbai now based in California, bridges her rich medical background as a Doctor of Physiotherapy with her creative endeavors in film and theatre. With roots in Indian cinema, Hollywood, and Marathi theatre, her work explores profound human narratives with a commitment to societal transformation. Renowned for her films BUTTERSCOTCH (2023), NO BUT I WANT TO (2023), SAADHU (2017), THE 22nd FLOOR (2019), THE IMMORTALS (2017), and THE GAME (2016), Dr. Durva's storytelling reflects a deep understanding of humanity. A graduate of UCLA's Producing program, she combines artistic vision with industry expertise, solidifying her position as a transformative figure in cinema.



Writers: Durva Nandapurkar | Producers: Durva Nandapurkar | Editing: Mayank Deogaonkar | DOP: Satish Ambekar | Sound: Jigisha Patil | Music: Charan Jadhav | Language:  | Subtitle: English, Arabic