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Madam Driver

"Madam Driver" is a coming-of-age film centred on Devika Dixit, a 55-year-old woman from a small town in Gujarat, India, who defies societal norms by learning to drive. Despite facing deeply ingrained stereotypes, Devika bravely challenges her own beliefs and enlists the help of Hassan, a reluctant driving instructor. Through their journey of lessons, arguments, and unexpected challenges, Devika strives to overcome her fear of driving, while inspiring Hassan to reevaluate his own life choices. The story takes an unexpected turn when Devika, still lacking confidence in her driving skills, must assist Hassan's wife during a crucial moment. "Madam Driver" is a heartwarming story of overcoming loss, navigating grief, finding the courage to move forward, and the joy of reinventing oneself.

  • Indrajit Nattoji
    Director
  • Arushi Kaushal
    Writer
  • Sameer Satija
    Writer
  • Indrajit Nattoji
    Producer
  • Anurag Gupta
    Producer
  • Vijay Chaurassiya
    Co-Producer
  • Kitu Gidwani
    Key Cast
    "Devika"
  • Bhavna Pani
    Key Cast
    "Sakeena"
  • Ankit Siwach
    Key Cast
    "Hassan"
  • Tushar Sabharwal
    Executive Producers
  • Salim Shaikh
    Executive Producers
  • Mohit Mehra
    Associate Producer
  • Kunal M Shah
    Casting Director
  • Project Type:
    Other
  • Runtime:
    55 minutes 8 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 25, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    300,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    India
  • Country of Filming:
    India
  • Language:
    Hindi
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital- Shot on iPhone Pro
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2:39
  • Film Color:
    Black & White and Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
  • Tasveer Film Market
    Seattle
Director Biography - Indrajit Nattoji

Indrajit Nattoji, a Master of Design from the National Institute of Design, is an award-winning director, visual-artist, and producer. He has led Blink Pictures for over 22 years, creating more than 400 TVCs and TV broadcast brands. His feature film releases include Aagey Se Right and AAFAT-e-ISHQ. His work also spans acclaimed large-scale film installations and hand-painted music videos like Rangi Saari. As an artist, he exhibited his paintings in art galleries in Kolkata and Mumbai.
In 2023, he launched I.N.K. Pictures, a content development and film production company.

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Director Statement

Director’s Note – Madam Driver
For generations, women have been labeled the “weaker sex”—a stereotype rooted in a long-standing and convenient narrative. Over time, this narrative has solidified into a powerful systemic force: patriarchy. It’s what allows phrases like “men will be men” and “women are bad drivers” to endure, often without question.

Madam Driver is a personal ode to the many women I’ve known—an intimate tribute to their quiet strength, resilience, and the everyday battles they fight, often unseen.

Set in a small-town Indian milieu, the film follows characters like Devika, Hassan, and Sakeena, who interact beyond the divides of religion or caste. Their relationships reflect the inclusive, pluralistic India I grew up in—where human connection took precedence over identity.

The film was shot on iPhone 15 Pro devices, embracing accessible technology and a documentary-style approach to tell a deeply personal, human story with cinematic authenticity.