In 2017, a 15-year-old left Sikkim to study in the United States, leaving friends and family behind. After four years and a pandemic that kept him away, he reconnects with his parents through WhatsApp interviews. The conversations reveal family stories, his parents' love story, and childhood memories. The film reflects on how his departure has shaped their relationships and lives.

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The filmmaker communicated with their parents over WhatsApp.

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