Twenty Five - A Thriller Short Film | Couple-Relationship | Marriage | Fantasy/Mystery
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 20 ก.ย. 2024
- On her twenty-fifth birthday, Bani’s mother gifts her an old typewriter that was used by her maternal grandmother. Soon, Bani realizes that this typewriter is no ordinary one and that it can bring to life anything that is typed on it once every twenty-five years. Things go awry as Bani finds out that she is merely a spoke in the wheel of an absurd matriarchal tradition running in her family.
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Cast & Crew:
Director: Sagher Manchanda
producer: Sagher Manchanda
Music: David Mackenzie
Sound design: Deepak Gupta
Sound design: Alex Pettman
Make-Up Artist: Bhavna Gidwani
Sound: Nimesh Udeshi
Editor: Nitesh Goel
Editor: Shivi Shrivastava
Actors:
Bani: Samridhi Chandola
Beena: Pooja Dhar
Old Woman: Prerna Gandhi
Ajju: Deepak Singh
Arjun: Avinash Pandita
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Similar incident happened in my hometown, the difference was she was a young widow with two kids and poor too, she was a tailor. A man used to abuse her everyday after drinking, he used to forcefully enter her house, one fine morning there was a lot of crowd in front of her house. Police was called, that man was dead, she castracised him with a new blade, after calling him in to meet her that night. She went to jail for 6months, but never any man tried to harass her ever in the town.
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Kya bakwas h
Some mentally sick person thaught Bout the plot❤
I clicked on this video out of curiosity and was pleasantly surprised. Excellent direction, realistic performances and great attention to detail. In some scenes I felt chills in my spine, what I liked the most about this movie is the method of story telling. These kind of films deserves praise, encouragement, platform & conscious audience !!
Good work Sagher, keep it coming !
Thank you so much, Monika ❤️
Heyyy
Didn't understand one thing though... How come the daughters actually were born and got there ??
Also did Bela's soul really come inside Bani ??
Rest... Total pure thriller... 👌
Also asking these questions just out of curiosity bcz I really liked everything about this short film and hence there's a "want to know more" factor working in my mind...
Women empowerment is what this movie talk about. Typewriter is a symbol of fulfilling a girls dream without any boys intervention. (All were asked to type dream daughter and not son). Knife represents a symbol of moving out of old traditions where a girl had to depend on boy(father, brother, husband) to fulfil her own dream. At last, old lady seemed like the mother of old servant for whom she provided a replacement to set his son free as servants private was also amputed(probably one of the rapist) ...... male here refers to an identity of dominance over female.
Thank you :) I'm glad you went to the depths of it and formed your interpretation. We appreciate it.
You are mistaken men hatred with women empowerment.😂
very unique topic, the way he has shown all casting, dialogue script is something different and out of box.
Wish you good luck.
Thank you, Chetan :)
Pretty well thought. The fact that a storyline exsists even without the supernatural chain of progression is commendable. A very rare piece of narrative. The sub plots and the themes are presented immaculately. The idea of an ill deed haunting the people associated and not just the victim is depicted poetically and that is praise worthy.
Thank you for this, Harleen. The fact that you could fathom the depth of it and see through its layers is commendable. You're an intelligent viewer who adds value to the film and its meaning ❤️
Though not competent to comment but as a layman I feel pleasure always to see your growth and this performance of BANI in particular indeed a KNOCK for all self proclaims. God bless you all
Thank you :)
Seghar it's totally a piece of art.Amazing story well put together and most importantly short movies are of 15-20min duration and this was a bit longer but You have engaged your audience so well that it didn't feel like I was watching since 30minutes.
I'm glad you could connect with it, Aakash :)
Engagement is the key. Thanks a lot ❤️
Servant to khud 22 saal ka lag raha hai, 25 saal pehle kya hua tha use kaise pata😅
Correct. Bad direction
Captivating and an honest performance by by Bani. Congratulations Sagar.
Thanks a lot ❤️
Words won't do justice.... all I can say is Amazinggggg .... great work
Thank you ❤️
Achhi lagi tumko 🙄
Saw the film. It was amazing😀😀 Loved the song. A unique plot and a well executed performance by all characters. I liked Bani's character and acting the most. Congratulations for the film and hope it gets more views and acclaim.
Thank you, Priya ❤️ it means a lot.
After watching the movie I can say that everyone justice for their role, All crew did their job well , the narrating style speaks alot Special mention to Sagher the captain of the ship, Sagher red carpet is waiting for you👍👍
Thanks a lot, RD ❤️
Shocking, suspenseful, thought provoking ! Well done with this concept - !
Thanks a lot, Mona ❤️
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Amazing hard work done by everyone starting from make up artist to the editor everyone done it's fantastic job👌🏻👌🏻
Thank you, Manish.
Very well put up with the sensitive issue which women face, well portrayed.. without hurting any sentiments in the movie. All characters were superb! Kudos Sagher! Well done.. The background song is catchy as well..
Thank you, Pooja ❤️
It’s an awesome movie. All characters acted superb specially Bani and that old lady.. congratulations to all of you
Thank you :)
Awesome work Team Twenty Five 😊. Everyone has done justice to their role. Passes a strong message on deep trauma that can happen to a survivor.
Thank you ❤️
Glad that you were able to connect. Most people miss the point of layered films and end up getting offended. Thanks for watching and understanding :)
Thankyou brother 🙏💝
@@SagherManchanda Didn't understand one thing though... How come the daughters actually were born and got there ??
Also did Bela's soul really come inside Bani ??
Rest... Total pure thriller... 👌
Also asking these questions just out of curiosity bcz I really liked everything about this short film and hence there's a "want to know more" factor working in my mind...
By far most thrilling, suspense short film I have come across best work. Concept very well picturised... A film with message.
Thank you, Vardharaj :)
Best natural acting and stunning captivating work by whole team really enjoyed the performance of arjun and beena.. awesome all the best for more...🤜🤛
Thank you Dilip❤️
Thank you, Dilip :)
Thankyou so much brother ❤️🙏
Concept is completely different.. I never saw this kind of short film. But the story is great.. ✌
Thank you, Sumana :)
Watched the Film -Nice Film Congratulations on the Award for Best Film on Women's Subject at Uruvatti International Film Festival 2021-Keep up the Good Work Sagar Manchanda and the entire team of Twenty Five
Thank you ❤️
One of best short film I gone across ...good story, very nice direction, background music is excellent....Saghar Manchanda you did G8 job ... looking after you a future big director...writer ....👍
Congratulations whole team .... special Saghar Manchanda
It’s been an honour to watch my dear friend Sagher A. Manchanda ‘s brilliant Short Film- “Twenty-Five”. Upon watching it, I was thrilled to notice how it has succeeded in portraying that the onus of strength and power can absolutely change its institution, how women are not the second fiddle anymore, how women doesn’t have to Woo-Men anymore because the power lies in them, it’s latent but it’ll soon surface when the right time comes.
Now the History will not be His-Story but Her-Story!
Amazed by the acting done by the entire cast, the tailor made music score by David McKenzie, the close shots showing every expression in its detail, eyes speaking the emotions and last but not the least- My friend Sagher’s hardworking efforts to make this short film so amazing. The story, the detailed background of each character, the bridging shots and a lot more. I’m so happy to see the work of art you’ve created! ❤️👏🏼💯
Thanks a lot, Prerna ❤️
An incredibly unique story with excellent plot development.. All the actors have given their best.. and literally a few scenes sent chills down the spine.. I too wonder how the daughters came to be born in the family.. this remains a mystery in the movie.. but amazing piece of artwork.. God bless the entire team..❤😊
A different story with an open-ended conclusion. That leaves scope for the audience to draw an interpretation. The title track is beautiful.
Thank you so much ❤️
Amazing work by all actors editors and script writer and all the team
Thank you, Yusuf :)
I got goosebumps 🔥🔥🔥 after watching this thrilling and amazing film. Every character in the movie has come up with a wonderful act. It brings up everybody's grief out. Colour grading, background score, story, direction all gets remarkable. Congratulations
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One woman show...Bani you nailed it🤗 congratulations...keep entertaining your fans.
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Congratulations Saghaer and Team. Proud of you. Everyone did amazing
Thank you ❤️
Hey Sagher,
It's good to see you making films on a bigger scale. This one's a major stylistic deviation from all your previous films and I'd like to know why the visuals are so grounded and why you chose to grade the film this way.
I am taking the liberty to ask these questions here, cuz I feel your perspective on the visual style of the film may address some of the criticism.
Loved the lead actor's performance and the song's good too!
Congratulations to you and the entire team!
Can't wait to watch the next one!
Goodluck, mate!
Hey Amey, thanks for watching it. Most importantly, thank you for being curious and asking questions in a decent manner instead of using cuss words/profanity/disrespectful language like most so called critics here. Most of them can learn it from you ❤️
Twenty-Five talks about the prevalent (cynical) matriarchal tradition in Bani's family, the antagonist Beena being the epicenter of it. Having witnessed what her mother, Bela underwent, she grows up with a lot of grudge and a revengeful mentality. Therefore, the core of the story is based around an ancient time (let's say around 60s). In my view, the warm tungsten-like tones represent an older era. An era of kerosene lamps, illiteracy, hardcore tradition, conservative minds, taboo, and so on. It's not organically a horror film, although it does borrow a few elements to achieve its effect. Moreover, I wanted it to look like a stage play that's audaciously raising fingers at the social evils in the society. When men in groups make evil plans and execute them (rape and murder), people let it pass because it has become quite common in memory. Here, there is a kind of role reversal with a bunch of women doing bad things. The reactions, harrumphs and frowns from these TH-cam Roger Eberts are hence a reaction to the same. It has hit where it hurts and has caused a stir. The typewriter and cleaver stand for something much deeper. The event of castration holds within it a deeper meaning of breaking/smashing/chopping/slicing evils of patriarchy, just like in the minds of evil men "rape" stands for assuming dominance over women in a society. The castration is the equivalent of rape. The concern for Arjun is pouring in from everywhere because these Eberts take everything on face value. The Popcorn Audience does not think beyond a certain point and then blames the film for being complicated/stupid/silly/illogical in what it is, and for talking what it talks about.
The layers may not be readily understood to some. But that doesn't mean the film cannot be watched again or questions cannot be asked respectfully. But what do we do when we do not understand something? We hate it. I rest my case.
@@SagherManchanda totally agree with you. Actually the attitude of arjun in first scene shows what type of husband he is going to be. Rough and disrespectful towards woman. So I like the film specially after reading your explanation.
Totally agree
Saw the film. It was amazing😀😀😀😀 Loved the song. A unique plot and a well executed performance by all characters. I liked Bani's character and acting the most. Congratulations for the film😀😀😀 and hope it gets more views and acclaim.
What a movie! Amazing work. Kudos to the team👏👏👏👏
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If a Men should be like a more clever and notice every moments with carefully and alert from all surroundings so there is a least chances of that events will occur with him. Notice every indication of very tiny don't avoid..
Uffff.. it freaked me out for a while. Good performance and story. Much appreciated. Well done and all the best to Sagher.
By Maahi.
Thank you, Maahi ❤️
Excellent plot! Appreciable work if the whole cast and crew!
Thank you, Eisha :)
Thankyou Eisha ❤️
Amazing film, Sagher. The actors have performed really well. Loved the way you have portrayed such a sensitive topic 👏🏼😊
Thank you, Ila ❤️
Great work. Wonderful direction and casting. Loved the all over atmosphere of the film.
Thank you so much, brother ❤️
What a unique story, its impossible for some to understand, but it's their state of mind, everyone has given their best, but I shall specifically say that Bani rocked the show...
Thank you ❤️❤️
Nice title song and good singing by Aparajita. All the best Sagher and team for more work in future!
Very nice movie.....was intrigued by the last scene....treatment , acting, music were excellent ....keep up the good work
Thank you so much, Deb ❤️
Awesome movie guys. Congratulations to all
You all did a fantastic job loved it 😍😘
Thank you so much ❤️
Once again congratulations to Sagher and the entire team❤️🎉❤️ it's exactly a THRILLER as the promo says🙌 it was a pleasure talking about this flim😍🤗
Thank you so much, VJ ❤️
Loved Bani ... very captivating performance.. Congratulations Sagher 🌺
Thank you so much, Mridula ❤️
Sagar ,i must say u did a great job and kudos to the whole team of twenty five .the story , characters , suspense all were amazing . You all were fabulous .. best wishes and lots of love
Thanks a lot, Shadeeya ❤️
Excellent plot and amazingly portrayed by actors and actresses ❤️❤️
Thank you ❤️
Quite an intense story! Tremendous efforts by the team. All the best 👍
Behatrin gajjab lajawab ,,,,,, I always like such type of thriller Film..it is better than bollywood pakau movie,,,..nyc ,,, good work , awesome story , best acting axcept nani ma, m waiting for next film ...❤️❤️❤️
Thank you so much:) , we are glad you liked and enjoyed this thriller.
Thank you so much ❤️
I'm glad you liked it.
Ji
Wonderful movie by wonderful writer and director Sagher A.Manchanda.Congratulations to you and team worked for it.
Thank you so much Massi dear❤️🙏
Thank you ❤️
Loved the direction,the acting and the cinematography too❤️
I guess I need to watch a little more cinema to understand the class of this one😀
All the best to the team❤️
Thanks a lot, Priyanka ❤️
It shows that women don't need a man to raise a child. In fact women can do anything and they should never be underestimated.
Twenty-five is just WOW !!🍿
I am so so happy to see such an amazing film after a long time.
Hearty congratulations to Sagar Manchanda & the whole cast of twenty five.
You guys nailed it !! ❤️🎉🎊
And, Samridhi Chandola you are killing it like always sista 😘✌️⭐
Sooooooooo PROUD !
Thanks a lot, Tani ❤️
We are glad you loved it.
I congratulate you Tani for this title song, you sang it so beautifully and your voice is melodious as liking by everyone. Loved the way you sang👌👌👌👌💖
I dont understand the concept of the gateman and the old woman? Which curse did she talk about ? And what was the ending?
Great achievement! The story is very relevant and has something vital to communicate. Great intro into the characters world. Love the atmosphere and ambiguity.
And your contribution enahnced it further ❤️
Thank you, David ❤️
Your work has added value to the movie David Mackenzie... Congratulations 🎉
@@SagherManchanda Thank you Sagher, its an honour for me :)
@@anjaleemanchanda3746 Thank you :)
Ladke ki acting is weird.. In the frst half , he seems like a mad man , shouting unnecessarily (Bani aunty khush tou hain.. Bani bani bani😂😂
Han to tu kyon dukhi hai
Characteristics chutiya per ke diye gaye hain ladke ko to yahi Karega na
Great work Sagher and team...kept me to my seat till the end...very good
It is masterpice short film
Thank you, Shahanaz ❤️
Loved the music in this, looking forward to seeing what the team could come up with in the future!
Thank you ❤️
Enjoyed it very much. Touching and thought-provoking.
Thanks a lot, Vani ❤️
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very rong message. not reality. ऐसा नहीं हो सकता। बिना मर्द के स्त्री बच्चा कैसे पैदा कर सकती है???? हद बाहर की काल्पनिक कहानी है। अपनी सर्जनात्मकता सही जगह इस्तमाल करो। भूत प्रेत है, मगर ऐसा कभी नहीं हो सकता। टी, आर, पी बढ़ाने ऐसा काम मत करो। बाकी very good direction. screenplay .acting. d.o.p. lighting. make inspiration film.
Absolutely brilliant. Wonderfully written and executed
Thank you so much, Harleen ❤️
Very different & creative. The underlying message of toxic masculinity & regressive patriarchal values has been beautifully portrayed. Honest performances. Sweety di, gr8 to see you after a decade. Loved your performance. Gr8 work team !
Thank you, Saurav :) glad you could see the underlying meaning ❤️
Really fresh content to watch and commendable work👍👍👍
As a viewer really enjoyed it.
Thanks a lot, Poonam ❤️
Good performances all around! Last 10 mints ir so are quite captivating.and arjun played a fantastic role of a scared guy. Cheers people
Thankyou so much brother ❤️😀
Thank you :)
Wow amazing short movie, fantastic performances.
Thank you, Patrick :)
Amazing performance and unique story🙇🏻♀️
Thank you so much ❤️
Bahut badiya film banaya hai story direction dekh kar Maja aa gaya vipin sir bataye film ke bare me 👏wow
Thank you so much ❤️
This is amazing. Seeing the title of the film, I thought that it is about growing up and turning twenty five. The actual scene is different but still interesting ❤
Really good subject and amazing work... keep it up Guys 🎊🎉🥳🤟🏻
Thank you ❤️
Thankyou brother 🙏☺️❤️
Congratulations team Twenty Five.....Bani u are Superb❤️way to go gal❤️
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Congratulations guys !!! good suspense 👌 loved it pooja baby u were natural 😘 in fact all were !! 👌
Thanks a lot :)
Superb work Bani killed it ❤️❤️
Thank you, Avinaash.
Congratulations sagher you are genius great work beta God bless you👍
Thank you :)
Jabar dast film hai iski kahani or nirdeshan ne to kamal kar diya hai gajab hai vipin ji bahut achha kam kiya hai bhai ne
Thank you, Krishan ji ❤️
Thank you Krishan Ji, apne film ko samjha aur pasand kiya, hamari mehnat safal hui...
woww...what an acting..so natural.... Please teach some acting to Bollywood starkid
Thank you:) Pritam
Loved the movie. It's thought provoking and unique. Great job!
Thanks a lot, Neha ❤️
Awesome teamwork!!! Sagher this is simply Brilliant 👍🏻
Thank you so much ❤️
Gripping storyline, great acting!
Hey thanks a lot, Purbita ❤️
A unique topic with amazing acting. I don't usually watch these stuff but it feels like wowwww......😇
Thank you, Kaushiki :)
Starting and ending music😍
Amazing performance! All the best😊
Thank you ❤️
Great work - love your exploration of the themes of womanhood and trauma, and the score is beautiful 👏
Thank you so much, Jade ❤️
Awesome Avinash!! Great start in the acting career. Keep it up :)
Thanks. Means a lot 🙏
Engaging plot with minimal characters. Loved the way occult and reality are mixed. Congratulations and best wishes for future endeavours. 😊👍❤️
Thanks a lot, Pradeepti ❤️
Dekte samay Kai sawal the.lekhin end kuchh sawalon ka jawab Mila to kuchh sawal hi banke reh Gaye.🤔
Najane unki Jo betiyan hoti thi wo aati Kahan se thi🙄?
Isliye bolte hain bulati hai lekin jaane ka nahi 😂
Fresh content and a good watch. Great work team.
Thank you, Rahul :)
We appreciate it.
A very cool short movie 😎
For me it was made very clear what kind of scene I was in due to the music and sound effects 🎧
A good story line with some intense scenes 👍
Thank you so much, Blaine ❤️
It is really a unique no doubt. Amezing script and performance.
Fabulous story & good making arts
Thank you so much, brother.
lovely story ....Congratulations to the team
Thank you, Sunny :)
Thankyou so much bhai 🙏❤️😀
Fabulous work guys. This is top notch stuff ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you, Misha ❤️
Oh my God👁️👄👁️👁️👄👁️ it's really amazing movie
Thank you so much, Pooja :)
Well done Sagher.. Great effort.. Many more to go!! 🎊🎊🎊
Thank you, Chitrakshi ❤️
That old woman's acting 🎉🎉
My favourite part of this film dadi superb 😘
Brilliant movie.. Superb storyline and great acting display.. ❤️
Thank you, Milind ❤️
Thankyou Milind 🙏❤️🥂
Intriguing story and stellar performances 🎉🎉👏
Thank you ❤️
Thankyou so much Prerna for always being a support 🙏❤️
Great work.. Congratulations to the entire team 👏👏
Thanks a lot, Smita ❤️
Good to see.....Way to go Sagher. Great Film Dear
Thank you, SP ❤️
Amazing content. Keep up the good work !
Thanks, Ananya :)