Run Kalyani

This poetic and realist drama about duties, dreams and desire, takes you into the world of a young cook. Hailed as a path-breaking film that has heralded l’cinema feminine in India, Run Kalyani explores women’s lives in a nuanced manner with sparse dialogue and evocative music, including the first ever Indian Bolero!

Presented by Newcastle University and Gem Arts, Run Kalyani screens as part of International Women’s Day Celebrations 2026, with a post-film Q&A with director Geetha J.

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