Official Trailer for ‘Anuja’ – Oscar Nominated Short Film Set in Delhi

“What if I don’t want to be a smart girl?” Netflix has just released the official trailer for the highly acclaimed short film Anuja, crafted by the talented filmmaker Adam B. Graves. This 22-minute short made waves at various film festivals last year and has proudly secured an Oscar nomination, standing out as one of the five contenders in the Best Live-Action Short category at the 97th Academy Awards. Anuja tells the poignant story of a gifted nine-year-old orphan and her 17-year-old sister, Palak, who toil in a back-alley garment factory. When a teacher presents Anuja with an opportunity to attend an elite boarding school, the sisters face a series of challenges that test their resilience and bond, ultimately leading to a decision that resonates with countless young girls around the globe. This narrative beautifully encapsulates themes of resilience, sisterhood, and hope. The film features performances by Sajda Pathan as Anuja, Ananya Shanbhag as Palak, Nagesh Bhosle as Mr. Verma, and Gulshan Walia as Mr. Mishra. While the trailer may not be the most captivating, the film itself promises to be a compelling watch. Initially, I mistook it for a documentary, but it’s a well-crafted short featuring talented actors.

Check out the official trailer (+ poster) for Adam Graves’ short film Anuja, directly from YouTube:

“Suchitra and I are incredibly grateful that Anuja has found a home on Netflix. This story of hope was brought to life through collaboration with so many talented and passionate people. And we are thrilled that the results of our collective dedication can finally be enjoyed by audiences around the world.” –Director Adam Graves

Anuja narrates the journey of a talented nine-year-old girl who, alongside her 17-year-old sister Palak, works in a back-alley garment factory. When a teacher presents Anuja with a transformative opportunity to attend an elite boarding school, she is faced with both external challenges and an internal struggle. As the sisters confront these hurdles together, their resourcefulness and unbreakable bond shine through. This story captures their ingenuity and love, leaving Anuja—and the audience—facing a profound choice that mirrors the difficult decisions encountered by countless young girls worldwide every day. Anuja is helmed by emerging indie filmmaker Adam J. Graves, with production support from Suchitra Mattai, Mindy Kaling, Guneet Monga Kapoor, Krushan Naik, Michael Graves, Aaron Kopp, Ksheetij Saini, and Alexandra Blaney. This short film is a proud nominee for an Academy Award this year. Mark your calendars for February 5th, 2025, as Adam Graves’ Anuja will be available for streaming on Netflix worldwide this winter. For further details, visit the film’s Netflix page.

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Sajda Pathan, Ananya Shanbhag, Nagesh Bhosle, Gulshan Walia, Adam B. Graves, Suchitra Mattai, Mindy Kaling, Guneet Monga Kapoor, Krushan Naik, Michael Graves, Aaron Kopp, Ksheetij Saini, Alexandra Blaney

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Anuja

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