Looking for Lakshmi

           I am an ardent fan of Nagesh Kuknoor. He is one of the most talented directors in the Indian cinema industry. Unlike other mainstream bollywood movies, his movies are low budget and low key, they have a very strong social message but at the same time there is something about Kuknoor that makes his movies very impactful, it leaves a remarkable impression on the viewer's mind. One good thing about his movies is that although he picks on the most sensitive issues, his movies always end on a positive note which gives hope that there will be end to all evils. He is just incredible! We need more people like him in the Indian Cinema. 

         Here's the trailer of his latest movie 'Lakshmi' which is based on prostitution and child trafficking, one of the ugliest issues in India. This is a very sensitive issue, it makes me angry every time I think about it, here's my blogpost that I wrote long time ago. I am really looking forward to watching this movie because I really want to see how it ends :)


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