Short films on Lionsgate Play: 5 desi dramas to binge watch on the OTT platform

Gripping narratives and some classy performances, featuring acclaimed actors - the select Hindi short films currently streaming on Lionsgate Play are a must-watch! Here’s what we recommend...

Nawab

Written and directed by Mansi Jain, Nawab is about a dilemma over a dog. With Aparshakti Khurana, Geetika Vidya Ohlyan and Mallika Dua as the lead cast, the short film explores what happens to the furry friend in the house when a couple breaks up. So, a cuddly 50kg black labrador is left with no place to live, as neither parent is willing to take the responsibility. What happens next is interesting! 

Duration: 20

Genre: Drama

Language: Hindi

Anukul

This Sujoy Ghosh masterpiece is a must-watch! Starring Saurabh Shukla and Parambrata Chatterjee, Anukul is science fiction short film inspired by Satyajit Ray’s short story of the same name. It’s the tale of a Hindi teacher in Kolkata, who brings a humanoid robot home. But what would happen if the machine turns around and questions the way we function in our world?

Duration: 22

Genre: Sci-fi

Language: Hindi

The Lovers

Helmed by Preeti Singh, The Lovers - as the title suggests - explores the emotions of love, hate and revenge in a relationship. Featuring Vandana Mordani, Anuraag Malhan, Shweta Basu Prasad and Zarina Wahab as the lead characters, the short film portrays how the misuse of dowry act still persists in smaller cities. 

Duration: 29

Genre: Drama

Language: Hindi

Rogan Josh

Starring Naseeruddin Shah, Shishir Sharma and Bhuvan Arora, director Sanjeev Vig’s Rogan Josh is another must-watch! The short film shows how sometimes a seemingly perfect dinner conversation can spiral into an uncomfortable situation. The movie also features Khushboo Upadhyay, Avantika Akerkar, Shriswara and Nikhil Pandey. 

Duration: 18

Genre: Drama

Language: Hindi

Carbon: The Story of Tomorrow

Carbon is the story of tomorrow! Set 2067, the Maitrey Bajpai directorial throws light on the impact of climate change. It’s a dystopian world, with plenty of carbon gas and meagre oxygen supply. The short film features Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Jackky Bhagnani, Prachi Desai and Yashpal Sharma in lead roles. 

Duration: 24

Genre: Sci-fi

Language: Hindi

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