2016

1h 12m

5.4(16 votes)

Drama

Overview

A Bollywood session violinist finds expression in an unlikely place. The day unfolds to reveal startling truths about music, art, life and survival.

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5 members

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Ritwick Chakraborty

The Violin Player

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Adil Hussain

The Stranger

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Nayani Dixit

The Actress

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Sonam Stobgais

The Actor

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Jayant Gadekar

The Newspaper Man

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