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202364 minPG-13documentary

Obsolete

202364 minPG-13documentary

A couple in Mumbai, living together for over 53 years in a 100-year-old Chawl, become the first in India to appeal for euthanasia.

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A couple in Mumbai, living together for over 53 years in a 100-year-old Chawl, become the first in India to appeal for euthanasia.

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Sumira Roydirector

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In a cramped room of a 100-year-old Chawl in Mumbai, a couple of 53 years faces a life-altering decision. They become the first in India to appeal for euthanasia, seeking to be heard in a society that often overlooks them. As they navigate their daily routines, the film captures their emotional struggles and the vibrant community surrounding them. An unexpected crisis forces them to confront their choice, challenging societal beliefs about life and death.

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