Lead Actors for Short Film | International Film Festival | Ghanta

About this opportunity

Casting "Ghanta," a Marathi / Hindi-language psychological social drama short film. Synopsis: About the uneasy power dynamics between a photographer and her subject in Pune's red-light district, exploring identity, dignity, consent, and the reversal of observer and subject. The film relies on nuanced, naturalistic performances, expressive faces, silences, and body language.

Requirements

Maya Lead. Female. 27-33 Maya is a confident, educated, independent urban photographer in her late twenties to early thirties. Ambitious and artistically driven, she believes her camera reveals the truth. The role requires strong, subtle emotional transitions, expressive facial acting, and the ability to portray confidence giving way to vulnerability. Comfortable with Hindi and conversational English. Willingness to perform a wardrobe transformation from casual Western clothing into a sari with modest, suggestive framing as required. No nudity or explicit sexual activity. Chandani Lead. Female. 33-42 Chandani is a sharp-witted, street-smart sex worker in her mid-to-late thirties who possesses humour, perceptiveness, and emotional depth. The role requires exceptional naturalistic acting, strong Hindi dialogue delivery (familiarity with Marathi or Pune street expressions is an advantage), comfort wearing a sari with modest styling, sustained eye-contact scenes, and the ability to balance humour, sarcasm, vulnerability, and authority. No nudity or explicit sexual activity.

To apply, include

• An audition video
• A performance video
• Links to your work