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| }}'''Ayena''' (Mirror) is a 2022 Indian documentary film directed by Debankon Singh Solanky and Siddhant Sarin and produced by Teh Films.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-08-30 |title=’’Ayena’’ Directed by Debankon Singh Solanky and Siddhant Sarin Wins National Award for Best Non-Feature Film |url=https://www.mid-day.com/buzz/article/ayena-directed-by-debankon-singh-solanky-and-siddhant-sarin-wins-national-award-for-best-non-feature-film-2079 |access-date=2024-12-26 |website=Mid-day |language=en}}</ref> The film follows the lives of two acid attack survivors, Ritu and Faraha, as they rebuild their lives while confronting social and personal challenges.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Anandraj |first=Shilpa |date=2024-01-23 |title=Siddhant Sarin’s documentary, ‘Ayena’ to be screened in Bengaluru |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/siddhant-sarins-documentary-ayena-to-be-screened-in-bengaluru/article67763353.ece |access-date=2024-12-26 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Singh |first=Uday Pratap |date=2024-08-21 |title='Ayena' Directed By Debankon Singh Solanky And Siddhant Sarin Wins National Award For Best Non-Feature Film |url=https://www.newsx.com/entertainment/ayena-directed-by-debankon-singh-solanky-and-siddhant-sarin-wins-national-award-for-best-non-feature-film/ |access-date=2024-12-26 |website=NewsX World |language=en-US}}</ref> | }}'''''Ayena''''' (Mirror) is a 2022 Indian documentary film directed by Debankon Singh Solanky and Siddhant Sarin and produced by Teh Films.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-08-30 |title=’’Ayena’’ Directed by Debankon Singh Solanky and Siddhant Sarin Wins National Award for Best Non-Feature Film |url=https://www.mid-day.com/buzz/article/ayena-directed-by-debankon-singh-solanky-and-siddhant-sarin-wins-national-award-for-best-non-feature-film-2079 |access-date=2024-12-26 |website=Mid-day |language=en}}</ref> The film follows the lives of two acid attack survivors, Ritu and Faraha, as they rebuild their lives while confronting social and personal challenges.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Anandraj |first=Shilpa |date=2024-01-23 |title=Siddhant Sarin’s documentary, ‘Ayena’ to be screened in Bengaluru |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/siddhant-sarins-documentary-ayena-to-be-screened-in-bengaluru/article67763353.ece |access-date=2024-12-26 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Singh |first=Uday Pratap |date=2024-08-21 |title='Ayena' Directed By Debankon Singh Solanky And Siddhant Sarin Wins National Award For Best Non-Feature Film |url=https://www.newsx.com/entertainment/ayena-directed-by-debankon-singh-solanky-and-siddhant-sarin-wins-national-award-for-best-non-feature-film/ |access-date=2024-12-26 |website=NewsX World |language=en-US}}</ref> | ||
| == Plot summary == | == Plot summary == | ||
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2022 India, South Korea, Lithuania film| Ayena | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Siddhant Sarin |
| Screenplay by | Siddhant Sarin |
| Cinematography | Siddhant Sarin |
| Edited by | Nilanjan Bhattacharya |
| Music by | Gintaras Sodeika |
| Production company | Teh Films |
| Release date | 2022 |
| Running time | 70 minutes |
| Countries | India, South Korea, Lithuania |
| Language | Hindi |
Ayena (Mirror) is a 2022 Indian documentary film directed by Debankon Singh Solanky and Siddhant Sarin and produced by Teh Films. The film follows the lives of two acid attack survivors, Ritu and Faraha, as they rebuild their lives while confronting social and personal challenges.
Plot summary
The documentary delves into the aftermath of acid attacks on Ritu and Faraha, highlighting their journey of healing and empowerment. It portrays their struggles with societal perceptions, personal trauma, and the pursuit of justice, while emphasizing the strength found in their friendship and shared experiences.
Cast
- Ritu: A survivor sharing her story of recovery.
- Faraha: Another survivor highlighting similar struggles.
Awards
Ayena was recognized at the 70th National Film Awards, where it won the Best Non-Feature Film award. The producer and director received the Swarna Kamal (Golden Lotus) along with a cash prize of Rs 3,00,000. The documentary has been screened at more than 12 international film festivals and has earned awards such as Best Feature at the DokuBoku International Film Festival, Best Film at the Oslo Film Festival 2023, and an award at the Bangkok Documentary Film Festival.
International film festivals
The documentary was screened at over 12 international film festivals, including:
- Krakow Film Festival
- MAMI Mumbai Film Festival
- DOK.fest München
- Puerto Rico Film Festival
- Kino Pavasaris
- Oslo Film Festival
- Bangkok Documentary Film Festival
References
- "Ayena Directed by Debankon Singh Solanky and Siddhant Sarin Wins National Award for Best Non-Feature Film". Mid-day. 2024-08-30. Retrieved 2024-12-26.
- Anandraj, Shilpa (2024-01-23). "Siddhant Sarin's documentary, 'Ayena' to be screened in Bengaluru". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-12-26.
- Singh, Uday Pratap (2024-08-21). "'Ayena' Directed By Debankon Singh Solanky And Siddhant Sarin Wins National Award For Best Non-Feature Film". NewsX World. Retrieved 2024-12-26.
- "70th National Film Awards: Rishab Shetty, A R Rahman, Mithun Chakraborty felicitated". The Hindu. 2024-10-08. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-12-26.
- "'Aattam', Manoj Bajpayee starrer 'Gulmohar' shine at 70th National Film Awards; KGF 2 wins laurels: check full list".
- "Co-director Of Documentary Film 'Ayena' Says Resilience Of Acid Attack Survivors Inspired Him". ETV Bharat News. 2024-08-25. Retrieved 2024-12-26.