Mumbai: Strong word-of-mouth and positive buzz continue to build around short films Garima and Runnbhoomi, marking a significant new milestone for Gwalior-based musician-turned-filmmaker Parivesh Singh. Both films are being showcased today and have already begun drawing attention from industry insiders, critics, and film enthusiasts for their powerful themes and grounded storytelling.
Garima presents a hard-hitting and emotionally layered story of a woman Sub-Inspector who embodies honesty, courage, and duty — yet finds herself vulnerable within the very system she serves. Living alone and away from her family, Garima fearlessly raises her voice for others, even standing up for a girl who has been wronged. However, when she herself becomes the target of harassment by her senior officer, Raghu, the battle turns deeply personal. The film sensitively captures the psychological conflict of a woman torn between silence and resistance, culminating in her decision to approach the District Magistrate’s office in search of justice. Starring Ishika Jha, Adesh Bhardwaj, Archie Singh, and Mahimaa Raikwar, Garima raises urgent questions about power, consent, and institutional accountability.
In contrast, Runnbhoomi unfolds in the relentless audition lines of Mumbai — a city where dreams and despair coexist. The film follows Sharad, a 40-year-old struggling actor who has spent over a decade chasing roles that never quite arrive. His journey runs parallel to that of Abhay, a hopeful newcomer from a small town whose optimism reflects everything Sharad once was. Through shared rooms, endless auditions, and quiet conversations by Versova Beach, Runnbhoomi becomes a meditation on survival rather than success. Starring Akshay Kharodia, Adesh Bhardwaj, and Siddhant Baddhani, the film portrays the true “battlefield” of the entertainment industry — where showing up every day itself becomes an act of courage.
Both films have been made with the support of the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, further highlighting the state’s growing role in encouraging meaningful and socially relevant storytelling. The projects continue a clear thematic thread in Parivesh Singh’s work — focusing on silent struggles, institutional realities, and human resilience.
Parivesh Singh hails from a renowned musical family in Gwalior, with a strong foundation in theatre and music. Before turning to filmmaking, he composed music for acclaimed stage productions such as Devdas and Ek Mulaqat. His earlier short film Onake Obavva brought him international recognition, earning a nomination for the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, finishing as runner-up at the Berlin Short Film Festival, and securing selection at the New York International Women Festival.
With Garima and Runnbhoomi, Parivesh Singh further strengthens his identity as a socially conscious storyteller who seamlessly bridges music, theatre, and cinema. The strong word-of-mouth surrounding the films not only reflects audience appreciation but also signals an important new chapter in the journey of a Gwalior-born artist steadily making his mark on the national filmmaking landscape.
