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Buddha Reborn as a Teenager in the Modern World

The Outcaste | The Rebel | The Deliverer!

Summary

Mlecchan: A Cinematic Exploration of Social Consciousness” ~ a-la awakening & transformation of Siddharth to Gautam Buddha

"Mlecchan" is a thought-provoking film that delves into the complex societal issues through the lens of Siddharthan, a young boy hailing from a middle-class Nair family in Palakkad. Raised in the backdrop of his father's government job and orthodoxy, Siddharthan's inquisitive mind is constantly plagued by the hypocrisies, myopic viewpoints, irrational thinking, injustices and wrongdoings rampant in society.

From a tender age, Siddharthan finds himself grappling with profound questions surrounding the concept of GOD, casteism, religionism, and various other societal malaises. However, his attempts to seek clarity from his father are met with evasion and anger, leaving him disillusioned and disheartened. As Siddharthan traverses through the tumultuous journey of his life, a tragic incident shatters his world, compelling him to confront his own sense of accountability. This pivotal moment serves as a catalyst for his transformation, propelling him into a series of trials and tribulations. Determined to reclaim his voice and assert his beliefs, Siddharthan emerges as a symbol of resilience and rebellion. 

At its core, "Mlecchan" is a poignant commentary on the socio-political landscape of contemporary India. Through Siddharthan's odyssey, the film endeavors to draw parallels between his journey and that of Gautama Buddha, suggesting a profound spiritual underpinning to his quest for enlightenment. In portraying Siddharthan as a modern-day embodiment of Buddha in the Kali Yuga, the film offers a compelling juxtaposition of ancient wisdom and contemporary realities.

In essence, "Mlecchan" transcends the confines of traditional storytelling, inviting audiences to reflect on the complexities of the human condition and the enduring quest for truth and liberation. It is a cinematic masterpiece that resonates with audiences on a profound and transformative level.

Profiles

Vinod Raman Nair

Director. Co-writer

A film maker, a researcher, a writer, a producer, an author and a thinker having had his exchanges with talents across the globe. Having worked with legendary Indian film makers like Late Basu Bhattacharaya, Late Feroz Khan, Late Dasari Narayan Rao and then the modernists like Imtiaz Ali, Tigmanshu Dhulia and Satish Kaushik, he travelled the world of Cinema. Documentaries having triggered his fascination to world history, he had his collaborations with Turkish film maker Mustafa Altioklar, Korean film maker Kwon Taek, Stanley Huntsman, Makatsara Irkali, and British actor Alex Goldwin . A prolific writer having ventured into 6 languages in the film arena, he is an avid traveler. Branching out, he authored the first instalment of his trilogy ‘3 and the Emerald Stone of Irene’ a historical fiction dealing with the medieval Abbasid era and garnered a critics rating of 4.7 in writer’s community. The 2nd instalment ‘3 and the Beads of Zoroaster’ is scheduled for a launch.