Daalcheeni – A Pinch of Love
Daalcheeni - A Pinch of Love, an acclaimed romantic drama, premiered on Aao Nxt OTT on 28 Dec 2024. Directed by Sisir Kumar Sahu and Peenakee Singh, the film stars Suryamayee Mohapatra and Partha Sarathi Ray in the lead roles.
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Cast & Crew
Suryamayee Mohapatra
Movie Details
OTT Premiered on: 28 December 2024
Directed by: Sisir Kumar Sahu, Peenakee Singh
Produced by: Atish Kumar Rout
Production Co.: Ritupriya Productions
Story: Jitendriya Pradhan
Screenplay by: Peenakee Singh
Editing: Rashmi Ranjan Dash
Cinematography: Yudhisthira Behera
Sound Design: Rakesh Kumar Patra
Lyrics: Sumit Panda, J. P. Wordsmith
Music: Jerry Silvester Vincent
Cast: Suryamayee Mohapatra, Partha Sarathi Ray, Pravanjan Mishra, Puspalata Behera, Omm Mohanty and others
Plot:
Set in Eastern Odisha, a naive, unassuming, reserved, and mild-mannered investment banker Kaushik is still a virgin. He daydreams about his hidden desires and eventually seizes the chance to engage a high profile escort Marilyn via an online service provider. Kaushik reserves a lavish Exotic Resort far from the hustle and bustle of city life. During the car ride, both relish the journey, fulfilling Kaushik’s long-held fantasy. It feels like paradise for him, while Marilyn is on a Professional assignment. They spend the night engrossed in various amusements and pleasures. Kaushik finally releases his pent-up emotions after a prolonged period, experiencing the true essence of life for the first time. The following evening, they return to the city. After a delightful and unforgettable time together…it’s time for a goodbye. However, days later, Kaushik senses an emptiness left by Marilyn. He sets out to track her down. Despite searching everywhere in the city and approaching various sure shot locations, he fails to find her. Kaushik puts in a lot of effort to establish contact with Marilyn. As time goes by, he starts to feel that he should love her, despite knowing that their relationship is prohibited by society due to their differing social statuses. Through his interactions with Marilyn, Kaushik experiences the true taste of life and love. Will he be able to find his true love and reunite with Marilyn? Will all his desires and fantasies be fulfilled?
Awards:
- 7th International Film Festival of Shimla (2021): Best Film – Daalcheeni
- 14th Jaipur International Film Festival (2022): Best Romantic Film
- Indus Valley International Film Festival (2022): Best Cinematographer – Yudhisthira Behera
- 4th Shaheed Mela Film Festival (2023): Best Actor Male (Critic) – Partha Sarathi Ray
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