Norwegian academic Samuel passed away in an Indian tribal village, leaving behind a final wish to be buried there. Bidu, a Santhali man, is determined to honour Samuel’s last request. Meanwhile, Bidu’s young son struggles with the painful realisation that his cherished dream of visiting Norway, a promise made by Samuel, may never come true. However, hope flickers anew with the arrival of Samuel’s daughter, Lauren, in the village, rekindling the boy’s aspirations and bringing new possibilities to light.

I am an independent Indian filmmaker and passionate storyteller. My debut feature film, Kherwal, explores diverse narratives and has won awards at film festivals. My short film, Hope, received accolades at the Dresden Sustainability Contest and the FINI Festival. As a photographer, I’ve earned honors like the Environmental Photographer of the Year (London, 2015) and the DMZ Global Peace Award. My work has been exhibited globally, reflecting my dedication to impactful storytelling through art.