Farchaa

Story

Farchaa is directed by Sisir Kumar Sahu and stars Suresh Mishra and Nimananda Patra. The film tells the poignant story of two elderly men who meet at a railway track while contemplating suicide. One is a retired school headmaster who feels he has failed his children, while the other is a retired IAS officer who laments that despite giving everything to his family, they remain dissatisfied. Their conversation leads to a moment of reflection and change.
Notes & Extra Info: The film explores themes of aging, regret, isolation, and human resilience with rare sensitivity. It was widely appreciated for its raw storytelling and emotional depth, earning accolades such as the Perfect 10 Award at the Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival. Farchaa is considered a landmark Odia short film for its exploration of seldom-discussed issues of old age and closure.