Actress Shweta Tripathi Sharma has successfully completed filming for her upcoming feature film, Palkon Pe, in Bhopal. The demanding start-to-finish schedule, which began in December last year, saw the cast and crew navigate multiple locations in and around Bhopal, pushing creative and physical boundaries to bring this compelling social drama to life.
About 'Palkon Pe'
* Genre: A thought-provoking social commentary exploring layered and sensitive themes. * Release Year: Slated for release in 2026. * Production Houses: Produced by Rahul Gandhi’s Tamboo Entertainment and Saleem Javed’s Zaria Entertainment. * Objective: Aims to spark meaningful conversations while staying rooted in emotional authenticity.
Key Cast and Creative Team
The film features a talented ensemble and a strong creative force behind the scenes:
* Lead Cast: Shweta Tripathi (playing Shraddha Agarwal), Abhishek Chauhan, and Eshan Naqvi. * Writer & Director: Acclaimed ad filmmaker Niddhish Puuzhakkal, known for his unique ability to blend visual storytelling with deep psychological insight. 'Palkon Pe' marks his compelling directorial debut in feature films.
Exploring Sensitive Themes
Palkon Pe delves into critical contemporary issues, presenting them through an intimate and human lens. The narrative bravely explores:
* Gender equality * Mental health * Divorce * Sexuality
These themes, often discussed in hushed tones, are tackled with courage and sensitivity, reflecting director Niddhish Puuzhakkal's psychological approach to human behavior and emotions.
Shweta Tripathi's Perspective
Shweta Tripathi shared her profound experience, highlighting the gruelling yet rewarding shoot schedule in Bhopal. She emphasized that the continuous filming fostered a strong sense of camaraderie and honesty among the team, which she believes will translate authentically onto the screen. What truly drew her to Palkon Pe was its fearless storytelling and its refusal to shy away from uncomfortable questions surrounding societal issues.
She lauded Niddhish's direction, noting his unique ability to infuse psychological sensitivity into every frame, silence, and emotion, which allowed her as an actor to delve deeper and deliver a truthful performance. Working alongside co-actors Abhishek Chauhan and Eshan Naqvi was equally enriching, with everyone bringing sincerity to the project. Shweta expressed hope that the story, which resonated deeply with her, will also connect powerfully with audiences upon its release. With its socially relevant narrative and powerful performances, Palkon Pe is poised to be a significant addition to contemporary Indian cinema.
