All We Imagine As Light OTT release date: This award-winning Malayalam movie, praised even by former US President Barack Obama in his annual list of favourite films, is finally making its way to OTT. All We Imagine As Light will stream on Disney+ Hotstar from January 3.
All We Imagine as Light is a deeply emotional and visually captivating film that delves into the complexities of female friendship and the vibrant, chaotic life of modern Mumbai.
The story revolves around Prabha and Anu, two Malayali nurses sharing an apartment in the bustling city.?
Prabha, a reserved and traditional woman, longs for her husband, who moved to Germany shortly after their marriage and cut off communication.?
Anu, her lively and carefree roommate, has just moved in and is already causing tension, asking Prabha to cover her share of the rent. Anu also faces gossip at their hospital due to her secret relationship with Shiaz, a Muslim man.
Their lives intersect with Parvaty, a middle-aged widow and hospital worker, who is struggling to prevent her eviction from a chawl slated for redevelopment.?
Without proper documentation left by her late husband, Parvaty is unable to prove her rights as a resident or claim compensation.
The drama unfolds when Prabha receives a surprise package¡ªa brand-new rice cooker from Germany.?
Anu immediately deduces it was sent by Prabha's estranged husband, rekindling old emotions and unresolved tensions.
The narrative weaves through the personal struggles of these three women, exploring their relationships, societal challenges, and the socio-economic pressures of life in Mumbai.
The film has garnered critical acclaim for its portrayal of women's lives in contemporary India.?
It won the prestigious Grand Prix at the 77th Cannes Film Festival and has been nominated for several international awards, including the Golden Globes.
The film is written and directed by Payal Kapadia. The cast features Kani Kusruti as Prabha, Divya Prabha as Anu, Chhaya Kadam as Parvaty, Hridhu Haroon as Shiaz, Azees Nedumangad as Dr. Manoj, Tintumol Joseph as Nurse Shanet, and Anand Sami as the Drowned Man.
Produced by Thomas Hakim and Julian Graff under their French company Petit Chaos, the film is a co-production involving Indian companies Chalk & Cheese and Another Birth, along with BALDR Film (Netherlands), Les Films Fauves (Luxembourg), Pulpa Films (Italy), and Arte France Cin¨¦ma.
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