Chaukhat - Hindi Short Film - Award Winner of Golden FEMI Film Festival 2024 - Best Lens Of Change

Title: Celebrating Women's Empowerment: The Release of "Chaukhat" Hindi Short film by Asif Khan (A.Kay) - Winner of BEST LENS OF CHANGE award at the Golden FEMI FIlm Festival.

We are thrilled to announce the release of our latest short film, "Chaukhat," on this special occasion of International Women's Day. As we come together to celebrate the achievements and resilience of women worldwide, we couldn't think of a better moment to share this empowering story with all of you.

"Chaukhat" delves into the lives of women from diverse backgrounds, exploring their struggles, triumphs, and the relentless spirit that propels them forward. Through compelling narratives and poignant visuals, the film sheds light on the challenges women face in society and their unwavering strength to overcome them.

In a world where gender equality remains an ongoing battle, "Chaukhat" serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration. It highlights the importance of women's voices and underscores the significance of collective action in fostering positive change.

As filmmakers, we believe in the power of storytelling to ignite conversations, challenge perceptions, and drive social progress. With "Chaukhat," we aim to spark dialogue, raise awareness, and ultimately, contribute to a more inclusive and equitable society.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has been a part of this journey – from the talented cast and crew to our supporters and collaborators. Your dedication and commitment have made this project a reality, and we are immensely proud to share the fruits of our labor with the world.

On this International Women's Day, let us reaffirm our commitment to women's empowerment and gender equality. Let us celebrate the achievements of women past, present, and future, and continue striving for a world where every woman has the opportunity to thrive.

We invite you to join us in watching "Chaukhat" and spreading its message far and wide. Together, let us create a future where every woman's potential is realized, and her voice is heard.

The term "Chaukhat," meaning "door frame," is a powerful metaphor throughout the film. It symbolizes the societal restrictions that hold us back from reaching our full potential and achieving our life goals.


Elephant Head Studio
Present

Cast:
Sangeeta - Shubhali Joshi
Aaji - Lalita Gawari
Manisha - Ishwari Badade
Dada - Suhas Vaidya
Aadhav - Rahul Kulkarni
Suryakant - Indrajeet Kadam
Pinky - Aastha Mahajan
Pari - Mrunmayee A. Deshpande

Produced by: Elephant Head Studio
Writer, Director, Editor: Asif Khan
Executive Producer: Shekhar Jape
Producer: Hrishikesh Jadhav, Vinay Kumar, Sachin Jape, Vaishali Limaye, Shekhar Jape and Asif Khan
Script Curator: Jagdish Bhatia
Production - Art: Pravin Kamble
Cinematography: Amol Chaudhary
Make-up: Jalal Sayyed
DI Colourist: Kaustubh Nalawade
Music - Sound Design: Prathamesh Kanade
Camera Team: Shiv Patil, Santosh Kirdat, Akshay Indalkar
Light Boys: Avinash and Omkar
Transport: Raja Bhau
Publicity Design: Nilesh Jangam

Agency:
Editing: Entalea Media Production
Audio: Rare Elephant Studio
Camera: Click and Shoots
Lights: Harsh Cine Equipment
Catering: Gandharv Wadewale
Digital Marketing: Viral Ants

Location:
Splendour County (Labour Camp), Wagholi
Shivarkar Farm, Wagholi

Thanks:
Satish Shivarkar
Vinayak Surkutla
Fakira Pawar
Dadasaheb Pawar
Gunwant Boine
Chand Bhai

Laxmi Kadam
Swapnil Vengurlekar
P S Developer Team

Special thanks to friends and families of all the cast, crew, production, and technical team.