About Bittu

Bittu is a short film that was released in 2020. It revolves around the plot of a cheerful, mischievous little girl named Bittu, who gets expelled from the local school in rural India due to her rebellious personality. The story takes an unexpected turn when Bittu's best friend is involved in a tragic accident that has severe consequences. The film is an exploration of their intense friendship.

Making / Production

The film is directed by Karishma Dev Dube, who chose to portray the tragedy in a small village in utmost authenticity. It was inspired by a true event that took place in India. "Bittu" is a project of the Indian Female Filmmakers Collective, and was notably shot on location in the Indian Himalayas.

Actors

• Rani Kumari played Bittu, and delivered a spirited, authentic performance that embodies the untamed spirit and strength of her character.
• Renu Kumari played the role of Bittu's best friend. Her performance adds an essential layer of innocence and depth to the narrative.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film was inspired by a school poisoning incident that occurred in India in 2013.
• "Bittu" was shot on location in a small village in the Indian Himalayas.

Awards

Bittu won several awards, including "Best Director" and "Best Film" at the Live Action Short Film category in the 2021 Short Academy Awards.

Quotes

• "We all fall, Bittu. It's about how we get up."
• "She is not my friend, she is my best friend."

Music, Soundtrack

• The film features a beautiful folk soundtrack that is suffused with the flavours of rural India.