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What makes the film even more special is the fact that it has been written by screenplay writer Gazal Dhaliwal, a transwoman herself!

Well-versed in Marathi, 78-year-old ‘Parubai’ as she is fondly called, started earning her living at the film school, sifting through glass, metal, used papers and plastic to be sold as scrap.

Over the past few years, several filmmakers decided to use their lens to not only make these stories known to the world but also to get these heroes the recognition and help they need to continue their work.

The youth are turning to the internet for alternative entertainment.

Besides, the much-talked-about Padman, here are a few other films that deserve honorary mentions for waking the Indian audience and using films as a source to open a new dialogue about an array of social issues.

Good films apart, an unusual trend this year was Bollywood's openness to take up subjects that are apart from the usual, but perhaps much needed nowadays.

Shantaram Rajaram Vankudre, fondly referred to as V. Shantaram, Shantaram Bapu or Annasaheb, in addition to being a successful director, was also was an exceptional film producer and actor. He is widely known for his early role in the introduction of sound and colour to the Indian cinema.

With eight screenings in six cities in October, the festival wants to sensitise students and staff members about issues surrounding the community

Bollywood cinema, from its inception, through some of its iconic films, has also served as a mirror to the stark reality of the world.

He replaced the controversial former chief Pahlaj Nihalani, who served from January 2015 and was asked to step down a few days ago.