Experiencing Interruptions?

Nimbu Mirchiii

Once upon a time, on a summer morning, two contrasting individuals started their day. The first
person was an IT engineer, proud of his intelligence and rational thinking, who believed superstitions
had no place in his world. As he strolled towards his cab, he noticed a nimbu-mirchi hanger,
traditionally used to ward off the evil eye. Without a second thought, he swiftly changed his path to
avoid it, dismissing it as mere superstition.

On the same morning, a crazy homeless man embarked on his day's journey. Amidst the chaos of the
railway tracks, he stumbled upon a discarded water bottle. Hungry and resourceful, he approached a
nearby shopkeeper, pleading for sugar. Reluctantly, the shopkeeper handed him some sugar, which
the homeless man added to the bottle along with water. To his surprise, he also plucked a lemon
hanging from a nearby nimbu-mirchi hanger, using it to concoct a refreshing lemonade.
This tale beautifully illustrates how the IT engineer's rigid beliefs confined him, while the homeless
man's open-mindedness and creativity led him to discover unexpected joys. It serves as a poignant
reminder of how sometimes, the most unconventional paths can lead to the most fulfilling
destinations.

  • Atul Subhashrao Kamble
    Director
  • Atul Subhashrao Kamble
    Writer
    Maitarr, Hari Patti, The Scooter, The Hostage
  • Shruti Mukund Morjharia
    Producer
  • Twisted Minds Productions
    Producer
  • Prakash Chavan
    Key Cast
    "Beggar"
  • Utkarsh Ade
    Key Cast
    "Engineer"
  • Laxman Chaudhari
    Key Cast
    "Rickshaw Driver"
  • Amol Subhashrao Kamble
    Key Cast
    "Shopkeeper"
  • Sanika Gangaram Payal
    Key Cast
    "Engineer's Wife"
  • Rhea Amol Kamble
    Key Cast
    "Kid at the traffic signal"
  • Atul Kondhare
    Key Cast
    "Stall Owner"
  • Abhishek Roy
    Cinematographer
  • Sagar Vanjari
    Editor
    Redu
  • Dhananjay Bhosle
    Assistant Director
  • Jayati Chandra
    Assistant Cameraman
  • Vishal Khedkar
    Sound Recordist
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    5 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    April 23, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    1,800 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    India
  • Country of Filming:
    India
  • Language:
    Hindi
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
  • Rohip International Film Festival
    Kallal, Tamilnadu
    India
    April 27, 2024
    WINNER - Best Debut Short Film
  • Pune Short Film Festival
    Pune
    India
    June 8, 2024
    WINNER - Debut Director
  • Pune Short Film Festival
    Pune
    India
    June 8, 2024
    WINNER - Best Female Producer
  • Kodaikanal International Film Festival
    Kodaikanal
    India
    June 3, 2024
    Official Selection - BEST DEBUT SHORT FILM
  • Kodaikanal International Film Festival
    Kodaikanal
    India
    June 3, 2024
    WINNER - BEST SOCIAL AWARENESS SHORT FILM
  • Kodaikanal International Film Festival
    Kodaikanal
    India
    June 3, 2024
    WINNER - BEST DEBUT DIRECTOR
  • The Women's Bioscope Film Festival
    Delhi
    India
    Finalist - Best Debut Filmmaker
  • Chalchitram National Film Festival
    Assam
    India
    Official Selection - Best Debut Film
  • 11th Pink City International Short Film Festival
    Jaipur
    India
    WINNER - First Time Director
  • Alibag Short Film Festival
    Alibag
    India
    October 6, 2024
    WINNER - Best Narrative Director
  • The Buddha International Film Festival
    Pune
    India
    Special Jury Award - Best Debut Director
Director Biography - Atul Subhashrao Kamble

Having worked in the IT field, his passion for films burned brightly within him. However, the demands of his job consumed most of his time, leaving little room to nurture his long-held dream of screenwriting. It wasn't until the onset of the COVID-19 lockdown, with work pressures temporarily eased, that he seized the opportunity to finally breathe life into his creative aspirations.

During this period, he poured his heart and soul into crafting his maiden screenplay, a tale titled "Scooter." To his delight, the story and screenplay garnered praise from a National award-winning production house and renowned directors, validating his talent and fueling his determination.

Despite his continued dedication to the IT industry until 2023, the call of storytelling grew too compelling to resist. In January 2024, he made the courageous decision to bid farewell to his corporate career and wholeheartedly pursue his passion for weaving narratives.

In a whirlwind of creativity, within a mere three months of stepping away from his job, he accomplished remarkable feats. He penned three compelling short film scripts, a captivating web series script, and even took the reins as a director to bring one of his short films to life.

His journey from the confines of the corporate world to the boundless realms of storytelling stands as a testament to the transformative power of following one's dreams, embracing creativity, and daring to carve a path guided by passion and purpose.

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Director Statement

I'm constantly learning, observing & leading..

My objective is to captivate and delight audiences, offering them a temporary respite from reality by immersing them in the rich tapestry of characters and narratives that I have crafted. Through my storytelling, I aim to transport viewers to new and captivating worlds, sparking their imagination and evoking a range of emotions that resonate long after the story ends.