The short film is a nuanced and skilful portrayal of how humour can be found even in the most tragic situations. Along with being a subtle but impactful comment on gender, it also shows the struggle of straddling modernity and tradition. <br><br> Khatoon Ki Khidmat shows a newly-married woman refusing to have sex with her husband until he gets her a television set. The husband, on the other hand, is struggling to get his father to accept his wife and their marriage. As the characters fight it out, the narrative draws attention to familial dynamics and the location of a woman in a patriarchal household. The film is funny, engaging, insightful and a reminder of how the biggest battles of life are waged in the smallest moments.

Khatoon Ki Khidmat | Short Film of the Day

An inter-faith marriage years ago had caused a deep rift within a practising Muslim family. After all this time, a new development promises seismic change in the relationship of the son with his parents. His formerly-Hindu wife, Aishwarya, has converted, and therefore it’s time for the two families to reunite and rebuild broken bridges. Little do they realize, however, that when the parents arrive at their son’s house, with an entire bunch of bananas as a peace-offering, something far more unexpected awaits them. <br><br>


The short film weaves its story gradually, not wasting or over-utilizing a single beat. An implicit sense of subtle humor finally takes it home, ensuring that both writing and performances work in its favor all the way through. 



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