Draft:Mehsampur

Mehsampur
Directed byKabir Singh Chowdhry
Written byAkshay Singh
Running time
97 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi

Mehsampur is a 2018 Indian hybrid documentary–fiction film directed by Kabir Singh Chowdhry. The film premiered at international film festivals and won the Grand Jury Prize in the India Gold category at the Mumbai Film Festival.

Synopsis

Mehsampur explores the aftermath of a real-life incident in a North Indian village, blending documentary observation with fictionalised elements. The film examines themes of violence, memory, and moral ambiguity through a stylised narrative approach.

Production

The film was produced by Dark Matter Pictures. Mehsampur employs a hybrid form combining documentary and fictional techniques, a style noted by critics for its unconventional structure and tone.

Release

Mehsampur premiered at international film festivals in 2018, including its screening at the Mumbai Film Festival, where it was featured in the India Gold section.

Reception

The film received critical attention from Indian and international publications. The New Indian Express reported on the film’s recognition at the Mumbai Film Festival, where it won the Grand Jury Prize in the India Gold category.[1]

The Hollywood Reporter described the film as a distinctive blend of tragedy and mockumentary, highlighting its experimental approach to narrative and form.[2]

Variety included Mehsampur among notable Indian independent films, discussing its place within contemporary South Asian cinema.[3]

Awards

  • Mumbai Film Festival – India Gold – Grand Jury Prize (2018)

References

  1. ^ Ranjan, Richa (1 November 2018). "MAMI 2018: Mehsampur and Bulbul Can Sing win big". The New Indian Express.
  2. ^ "Mumbai Hidden Gem 'Mehsampur' Turns Tragedy Into Mockumentary Blend of Fact and Fiction". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 5 February 2026.
  3. ^ "Alief, India Independents: Mehsampur and Sheep". Variety. Retrieved 5 February 2026.

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