The trailer of the upcoming movie Chidiya was unveiled on Monday, promising a heartwarming tale of dreams, community, and bravery.
The movie features Vinay Pathak, Amruta Subhash, Inaamulhaq, and child artists Svar Kamble and Ayush Pathak.
The story focuses on two brothers, Shanu and Bua, who are raised in a small Mumbai chawl. Despite the limited space, they have sky-high aspirations.
‘Chidiya’ explores community and dreams through the badminton court
Plot details
In Chidiya, Shanu and Bua take it upon themselves to convert an abandoned junkyard into a badminton court.
This idea brings their entire neighborhood together, and they set out on a journey of mischief, hope, and quiet victories.
“The beauty of Chidiya lies in its simplicity. Sometimes the most powerful stories come from the smallest, most honest moments. That’s what makes this film stay with you,” Pathak told IANS.
Subhash emphasized truthfulness and silence in ‘Chidiya’
Actor’s insight
Subhash added, “Chidiya is about dreaming big in narrow lanes. For me, it was about being fully present, no artifice, no acting tricks. Just the truth. And in this film, even silence speaks volumes.”
Written and directed by Mehran Amrohi, the film’s music has been composed by Shailendra Barve.
Amrohi said Chidiya’s “a love letter to childhood resilience. It’s about finding joy in scarcity, and how children’s imagination turns even the smallest spaces into worlds of their own.”
‘Chidiya’ has been honored at several international film festivals
Global recognition
Chidiya premiered at the Zlin International Film Festival, the largest children’s film festival in the world.