Pupa
Set in a brothel in Varanasi, Pupa follows the story of several strangers whose unexpected encounter sparks mounting conflict and profound personal transformation. This film explores the changes in the lives of its characters in a harsh environment but is full of layers of human emotion. The name "Pupa" itself refers to the metaphor of a cocoon, which symbolizes the process of development and identity change experienced by the subjects within it as they confront the past and seek redemption in the holy city. Through an intimate narrative, this film highlights how human relationships can grow in the most unexpected places.