Best Hindi short films starring Bollywood actors on Lionsgate Play

OTT giant Lionsgate Play is not only known for offering some of the best Hollywood movies and shows, but it is also a one-stop destination for unique short films, which are around 20-30 minutes long. These short films are the perfect way to take a break from your monotonous work and relax. You can watch them all through OTTplay Premium.

Best short films on Lionsgate Play:

Friction

Starring Sanjay Kapoor, this is the story of a married couple, Rahul and Roskija, who struggle with constant disagreements and daily fights. When Rahul receives a chilling phone call, his concern for his family takes a new turn and he rushes to save his wife and son. This forces him to confront their fragile relationship and the true meaning of love and responsibilities.

Juice

Starring Shefali Shah, the story revolves around a middle-class family. At a get-together with relatives and friends, the men are seen relaxing and engaging in conversations as they savour their drinks. The women, on the other hand, gather in the kitchen, speaking about their hard work and upcoming festivities. Then suddenly, something unexpected happens in the house.

Nitishastra

Starring Taapsee Pannu, this short is about a passionate young woman, Roshni, who dedicates her life to teaching self-defence to women. But when her own brother’s misdeeds threaten to tear her life apart, Roshni finds herself caught in a dilemma. Will she stand by her family or uphold her unwavering commitment to justice and the protection of others?

Siblings

Starring Sheetal Menon, the story follows the chaotic lives of two sisters, Divya and Nidhi, who are bound by a shared burden. They desperately fight to save their father, who lies comatose on a hospital bed. As they navigate the rising medical bills, emotional turmoil, and personal struggles, the siblings must confront each other, all while hoping for their father's well-being.

Visa

Starring Shweta Basu Prasad, this is the story of a middle-class family, who wants to leave India as things get worse around them. With their visa interview drawing close, the family—a man, his wife, and their little daughter—will stop at nothing to give their child a better future.

Carbon: The Story of Tomorrow

Starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Jackky Bhagnani, and Prachi Desai, this film is set in the year 2067, where survivors struggle daily with new problems. A man named Random, who has a mechanical heart, takes a risk by engaging in the black-market oxygen trade. But when the deal goes horribly wrong, Random finds himself in a desperate fight for his life.

Rogan Josh

Starring Naseeruddin Shah, the story begins with a joyous birthday dinner for Chef Vijay Kapoor. Things take a dark turn when a shocking secret is revealed during a conversation. This makes the celebration uncomfortable as everyone goes quiet.