Jhoola
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Empty Spaces in Memory
A personal documentary about home, memory and a village changing beneath the memories of those who lived there. A quiet conversation between a grandmother and grandson traces what's lost — and what stays — as the places we call home slowly disappear.
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Independent Films
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Yaadon Mein Rikt Sthaan | Empty Spaces in Memories
A quiet conversation between a grandmother and grandson about a home fading amidst urban development. Reflects on memory, belonging, and the slow transformation of the places we call home.
youtu.be/a8T8ckUZHls
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Life Stories of Bobby Verdi — Kargil War Hero
A documentary portrait of Bobby Verdi, a Kargil War hero. Traces his personal journey and the story behind his service.
drive.google.com/file/d/1_sU1k…
Event Films
Podcast
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Delhi Stories | A Delhi Love with Yasmin Kidwai
Podcast series with Red FM — 25+ episodes. Editor and Director for the full series.
youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8mp3…
Press & Features
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Studio Vāstu Brings Soulful Interior Design to Austin
TRIBEZA feature on Studio Vāstu founder Aparna Fernandes — written by Gaurank Mishra.
tribeza.com/home-design/studio-vastu…
Brand Work
Blog Posts
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The Meadows
A quiet elegy for Pahalgam — deserted meadows, faded wildflowers, and the ache of things that flew away and never returned.
Thehraav…ठहराव — April 23, 2025
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Not a Day Goes By…
A poem of longing — a smile missed, old days remembered, and a heart that won't let go.
Thehraav…ठहराव — April 2, 2025
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हैरान
A short Hindi poem on sudden, unexplained restlessness of the heart.
Thehraav…ठहराव — June 13, 2018
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जिंदगी
A Hindi poem reflecting on life as a bittersweet plaything, swinging between laughter and tears.
Thehraav…ठहराव — June 13, 2018
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Broken Wings
A poem about watching a bird take flight, and feeling grounded while wishing for wings of one's own.
Thehraav…ठहराव — June 13, 2018
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Universe
A short poem on childhood wonder and the enduring mystery of our place in the cosmos.
Thehraav…ठहराव — June 13, 2018
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मासूम इश्क़
A nostalgic Hindi poem remembering the innocence of early love, before the world got in the way.
Thehraav…ठहराव — June 13, 2018
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रात
A Hindi poem on a hard night on the street, and the quiet resolve to face another day's struggle.
Thehraav…ठहराव — May 5, 2018
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Cave
A meditation on choosing between two songs, happy and sad, echoing inside a metaphorical cave.
Thehraav…ठहराव — April 25, 2018
Mera Safar — Story of a Transwoman
Part of the Mera Safar anthology on youth struggles and dreams. Follows Ayushi's journey of self-discovery and identity as a transwoman.
Mera Safar, Episode 2 — Ajay Ki Kahaani
The second film in the Mera Safar series. Traces Ajay's story — a young boy fighting circumstance to chase his aspirations.
Mera Safar, Episode 3 — Pooja Ki Kahani
The third film in the Mera Safar series. Follows Pooja, a young girl navigating hardship in pursuit of her dreams.
A Film on Tanda! — #RiseUp! Phase IV, YWCA
A ground-level documentary from Tanda, made under YWCA's RiseUp! Phase IV programme. Captures grassroots voices and community change.
RiseUp! Phase IV Implementation, Year 1 — Compilation Film
A compilation documenting the first year of RiseUp! Phase IV on the ground. Brings together stories of impact across partner communities.
Majhi Vasundhara — Building a Net-Zero Maharashtra
Documents Maharashtra's Majhi Vasundhara Abhiyaan and its drive toward a net-zero future. Explores the state's climate role as an Under2 Coalition member.
Dastan-e-Parwaz
A cinematic "tale of flight" — a documentary short exploring aspiration, ambition, and the journey of rising above circumstance.
Film on 'Morena, Madhya Pradesh'
A film on Morena district, showing its society, culture, and social impact.