This engrossing Hindi police procedural is directed by Bikas Mishra and stars a forceful lead in Huma Qureshi as Rooni, a rookie detective taking on her first case. The film follows Rooni as she seeks to expose a cult leader accused of rape by an anonymous letter. But such is the fear he instills in his followers no one dares speak out. With grit and determination, she seeks justice encountering obstacles at every level in a small town somewhere in Rajasthan. Psychological tension, powered by fine performances, is further generated by the complex web of corruption Rooni meets as she delves deeper. Bayaan, which translates as testimony , is the challenge at the heart of this compelling film. Will anyone dare speak up? India 2025 (118 minutes)
Playing as part of Mostly British Festival
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