MUMBAI : Tanuja Chandra's award winning documentary, "Aunty Sudha Aunty Radha," has unveiled its trailer, promising a delightful exploration of life, resilience, and sisterhood.
Chandra, known for powerful films like "Dushman," "Sangharsh," and "Qarib Qarib Singlle," turns her lens closer to home in this documentary. "Aunty Sudha Aunty Radha" follows the lives of Chandra's two remarkable aunts, Sudha and Radha, aged 86 and 93, having retired to Lahra, a village just outside of New Delhi. The film, produced by Anupama Mandloi, chronicles their shenanigans and enduring spirit.
The trailer offers snippets of their daily routines, their playful banter, and their unwavering bond. Chandra's sensitive direction promises a film that is both heartwarming and insightful, celebrating the strength and wisdom of her aunts.
Tanuja shares, "I'm hopeful audiences will be touched by the affection between the sisters and will enjoy their quarrels as well. The co-dependence shared not just between my aunts but also with their adopted family, the 6-member domestic staff, in their small universe where everyone takes care of one another, makes it a reflection of a disappearing culture that might not be a part of our lives for much longer. This is the reason I felt compelled to make this film – with their passing will come the end of this way of life, this language, these cherished rituals, and these deeply held values."
Anupama further adds, “The film serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of community, especially in today's lonely world dominated by digital devices. It celebrates food as a source of endless joy and highlights the simple pleasures of living in the present.Honest conversations about death, love, and relationships offer a wealth of wisdom, resonating with audiences who find surprise and power in the film's understated beauty."
"Aunty Sudha Aunty Radha" has already garnered critical acclaim, having premiered at prestigious film festivals worldwide. Now, the documentary is set to premiere for audiences on the OTT platform Open Theatre on June 14th.
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