Draft:31st December (Movie)
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| 31st December | |
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| Directed by | Pranav Patel |
| Written by | Pranav Patel |
| Produced by | Anurag Purohit |
| Starring | Shraddha Dangar, Raunaq Kamdar |
| Music by | Amar Khandha |
Production company | Adarsh Telemedia |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Gujarati |
31st December is a 2024 Indian Gujarati-language courtroom drama film directed by Pranav Patel and produced by Anurag Purohit under the banner of Adarsh Telemedia.[2] The film stars Shraddha Dangar and Raunaq Kamdar in the lead roles, with Ragi Jani and Bhamini Oza Gandhi in supporting roles. Inspired by real incidents,[3] the film portrays the social and legal aftermath of a rape case in Gujarat, focusing on a survivor’s struggle for justice.
The film was released theatrically on 20 December 2024, and received critical acclaim for its performances and sensitive handling of the subject matter.[4]
Plot
[edit]The story follows Nisha (Shraddha Dangar), a young woman who is sexually assaulted on the night of 31st December. As she and her family seek justice, they face resistance from the legal system and societal stigma. Advocate Manav (Raunaq Kamdar) takes up her case, leading to a dramatic courtroom battle.
Through flashbacks and testimonies, the film explores the psychological trauma faced by survivors and systemic issues such as investigative delays, media trials, and victim blaming.
Cast
[edit]- Shraddha Dangar as Nisha
- Raunaq Kamdar as Advocate Manav
- Ragi Jani as Judge Maheshwari
- Shyam Nair as Advocate Ravi (defense lawyer)
- Bhamini Oza Gandhi as Nisha’s mother
- Tejal Panchasara as courtroom assistant[4]
Production
[edit]Development
[edit]Director Pranav Patel developed the idea after researching real legal cases involving crimes against women in Gujarat. The producer, Anurag Purohit, known for supporting socially relevant films, backed the project.
Filming
[edit]Filming took place primarily in Ahmedabad in early 2023, with a large portion set in a custom-built courtroom. The filmmakers emphasized realism in set design, costuming, and dialogue.
Music
[edit]The background score was composed by Amar Khandha. The film features a single original track, "Veil of Silence", sung by Kinjal Dave, used during a montage reflecting Nisha’s emotional journey.
Release
[edit]The film was released in Gujarat and selected theaters in Mumbai, Delhi, and other metro cities with significant Gujarati-speaking populations.[2] Its title reflects both the date of the incident and a symbolic end to silence.
Reception
[edit]Critical response
[edit]The film was praised for its performances, particularly Shraddha Dangar's role. The Times of India noted that the film "raises important questions through grounded storytelling without falling into melodrama."[2] Divya Bhaskar described it as “a mirror to the state’s judicial machinery, handled with empathy and restraint.”
Audience reaction
[edit]The film gained traction in urban centers, drawing audiences from universities, NGOs, and activist groups. Post-screening discussions were held in Ahmedabad and Surat, organized by women's rights organizations.
Themes
[edit]- Justice and legal reform
- Survivor agency
- Media and morality
- Family and public reaction
Box office
[edit]The film earned approximately ₹1.5 crore in its first two weeks. It was considered a modest box office success within its genre.[3]
Impact and screenings
[edit]The film was screened at several universities and law schools, and was featured at the Ahmedabad Social Justice Film Week, where it received recognition for promoting legal awareness through cinema.
Potential controversy
[edit]Some viewers noted similarities to real-life cases in Gujarat. The filmmakers clarified that the narrative is a fictionalized composite inspired by various real incidents. No legal issues arose post-release.
References
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- ^ a b c "Shraddha Dangar shares update on courtroom drama 31st December, set to release on December 20". November 21, 2024 – via The Economic Times - The Times of India.
- ^ a b "31st December (2024) - Movie | Reviews, Cast & Release Date in vadodara". BookMyShow.
- ^ a b "31st December". April 19, 2024 – via IMDb.
- IMDb – 31st December
- Times of India Article – 31st December
- BookMyShow – 31st December
- YouTube – Official Trailer
Category:2024 films Category:Indian legal drama films Category:Gujarati-language films Category:Indian courtroom films