Sparsh
Sparsh

Movie spotlight

Sparsh

2017
Movie
5 min
Hindi

A young man returns to the love of his life after murdering her abusive husband but she soon realises that things don’t quite add up.

Insights

IMDb7.8/10
Director: Jaiprakash ChouhanGenres: Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

A visually impaired poet finds himself entangled in a series of mysterious events and a dark secret. As he navigates his world of touch and sound, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens not only his life but also the lives of those around him. The film explores themes of perception, trust, and the hidden realities that lie beneath the surface.

Critical Reception

Sparsh received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise directed at its unique storyline and the performances of the lead actors. While some critics found the pacing to be slow in parts, the film was generally appreciated for its attempt at a different narrative in Marathi cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intriguing plot and Mangesh Desai's powerful performance.

  • The film's exploration of a visually impaired protagonist's perspective was seen as a novel approach.

  • Some reviewers noted that the narrative could have been tighter, affecting the overall momentum.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available or consistently tracked for this specific film.

Awards & Accolades

Mangesh Desai won the Best Actor award at the 12th Pune International Film Festival (PIFF) for his role in Sparsh.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Sparsh', translates to 'touch' in English, reflecting the protagonist's primary sense used to navigate his world and uncover the mystery.

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