Hangout

Director: Kabeer Khurana

Cast: Anisa Butt, Arjan Aujla

A creatively uninspired musician (Romi) is compelled to create a musical masterpiece when he has a conversation with a social activist (Alia). Set in a locked down world, Romi and Alia linger on a Zoom call after their company announces pay cuts across the board. The ensuing conversation leads to revelations - both, about one another, and about the world they inhabit. Seeing Alia's steadfast commitment toward less privileged people, Romi is inspired to write a song, the royalties of which are used to help send some migrant workers back to their homes. The film is about a gentle kindling of hearts, and the power of union between two individuals who are world apart.