A SHORT TRIP
МАЛЕНЬКОЕ ПУТЕШЕСТВИЕ / SARKEET
director
THAMAR K. V. 
INDIA, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2025
123'
123'
In a foreign land far from the comfort of home, Balu and Stephy struggle to keep their lives from fraying
Between demanding jobs and the relentless energy of their young son Jappu – whose ADHD constantly disrupts routines – every day feels like a balancing act on the edge of collapse. Their fragile rhythm is pushed to the limit, leaving little room for rest, patience, or dreams. Into this already strained world steps Ameer, a desperate job seeker whose own life is teetering on the brink. What begins as an accidental meeting gradually transforms into an unexpected connection.
| script | thamar k. v. |
|---|---|
| camera | aeyaz |
| design | ranjith karunakaran |
| music | govind vasantha |
| producer | vinayaka ajith, florine dominic |
| cast | asif ali, deepak parambol, divya prabha, orhan |
| production | ajith vinayaka films, action films |
| world sales | thamarmon@gmail.com |
Others
director:
THAMAR K. V.
Thamar K. V. is an Indian filmmaker whose works reflect realism, and emotional honesty. He made his directorial debut with "1001 Lies", the film was widely praised for its raw performances, naturalistic dialogue, and the authenticity with which it captured middle-class lives abroad. Following his debut, he produced "Feminichi Fathima" (2024), a poignant Malayalam feature that went on to win multiple awards. "A Short Trip" his second feature film.
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