Putul

Indira Dhar’s debut film, Putul, journeyed from Kolkata’s streets to Cannes, earning a standing ovation. A single mother, Indira battled funding struggles, sold her jewellery, and balanced parenthood to bring this powerful story to life. Her resilience, rooted in her passion for storytelling, turned obstacles into triumphs.

Unable to watch it live in Russia, the 53-year-old fan is hoping to create a stadium-like atmosphere for nearly 500 football buffs in town. After all, there is no fun in enjoying a nail-biting finish alone, right?

Sex workers usually come from economically marginalised communities where they are often denied the education or skills required to secure employment in the formal sector.