In a remote village, Rukhiya and Phekan, both from the marginalized Dalit community, endure hardships due to their caste identity. With no work available in the village due to the ongoing temple renovation, Phekan ventures into the city in search of employment. However, he is betrayed, left unpaid, and subjected to exploitation and false accusations. Meanwhile, Rukhiya remains in their desolate home, haunted not only by the villagers’ judgment but also by the fear that she’s being branded a witch, as whispers and rumours spread around her. Nehura, a guilt-ridden cremator, grapples with his inner conflict between right and wrong, seeking redemption for past wrongs. Amid the turmoil, a mysterious cry from an infant shatters the silence, leading to a divine revelation when the lives of these characters intersect in unexpected ways.

Abhilash, a self-taught filmmaker from Bihar, explores women’s lives within socio-political contexts through thought-provoking cinema. Beginning in Delhi’s theater scene, he directed impactful plays like Vijay Tendulkar’s Silence! The Court is in Session. His films, including “Without Ticket Passenger” (2010) and “Thread of Love” (2012), delve into cultural and emotional narratives, often highlighting women’s struggles and resilience.