GUWAHATI: Chinmoy Barma's short film 'Ahalya' has secured top honours for the month of November in the silent film category at the recently concluded Indo-French International Film Festival 2023.
This cinematic creation teleports viewers into a mystic realm, where an enigmatic creature embarks on a mesmerising journey, working to find out the details of human emotions.
In the movie ‘ Ahalya’, an enigmatic creature, hailing from an undisclosed realm, arrives driven by an insatiable curiosity to delve into the spectrum of human emotions. Its journey unfolds as it explores love, sadness, self-discovery, and acceptance, challenging societal norms and prejudices along the way. The film beckons viewers to reassess their beliefs, delivering a compelling narrative about embracing the unknown to uncover profound truths in our intricate world.
Maintaining a silent narrative, the film invites viewers to engage with their own thoughts and emotions, fostering a personal and introspective experience. Woven into each scene are verses from the Bhagavad Gita, serving as a guiding light for the character on its profound journey.
As the story unfolds, the enigmatic creature encounters themes of discovery, love, sadness, and self-discovery, ultimately arriving at a profound understanding of the value of acceptance. Nature and supporting characters frequently illuminate the creature's path, symbolizing the notion that the universe offers enlightenment opportunities to those who seek it.
In its culmination, the film reveals a fundamental truth—that the only truth is one's own soul. Each stage of our existence serves as a stepping stone toward liberation (moksha), preparing us for the ultimate and authentic life destined for all seekers.