15 photographs of Roona Begum went viral, drawing attention to her struggle with hydrocephalus and the need for urgent medical treatment.
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15 photographs of Roona Begum went viral, drawing attention to her struggle with hydrocephalus and the need for urgent medical treatment.
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Roona Begum, a young girl in rural India, is born with hydrocephalus. Her story gains attention when her photographs circulate widely online. This leads to growing awareness about her medical needs. Roona's family faces challenges as they seek treatment. The film documents their efforts to secure life-changing surgery. Directed by Pavitra Challam and Akshay Shankar, Rooting for Roona was released on Netflix on 15 October 2020 and runs for 42 minutes. It received the Audience Award for Best Short Film at the South Asian Film Festival of Orlando.
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Why Watch
- See Roona's unique story of living with hydrocephalus.
- Meet her parents and understand their emotional journey.
- Follow the film's sensitive portrayal of medical challenges.
Did You Know
- Roona Begum was born with hydrocephalus, a rare medical condition.
- The film received 3.5 stars out of 5 from Udita Jhunjhunwala at Firstpost.
- Rooting for Roona won the Audience Award for Best Short Film at the South Asian Film Festival of Orlando.
- The documentary was released on Netflix on October 15, 2020.
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Who directed the documentary Rooting for Roona?
Rooting for Roona was directed by Pavitra Challam and Akshay Shankar.
When was Rooting for Roona released on Netflix?
Rooting for Roona was released on Netflix on 15 October 2020.
What award did Rooting for Roona win?
Rooting for Roona won the Audience Award for Best Short Film at the South Asian Film Festival of Orlando.
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