A Film by Aronn Miitr
18 Minutes 03 Seconds | India | Hindi
Synopsis: “Set in rural India, Goolar Ke Phool is a sensitive and gently humorous film that unfolds through the conversations of two farmers—Murari, an elderly man shaped by years of agricultural hardship, and his young nephew, Puttu. Most of the film takes place beneath the shade of a tree, where the two sit, observe life around them, and reflect on their personal struggles and the changing world.
Murari represents experience, patience, and quiet resilience, while Puttu embodies youthful energy and curiosity. As they talk, everyday realities of farming surface: unpredictable weather, rising costs, financial pressure, and the wide gap between government policies and their actual implementation. Welfare schemes meant for farmers often remain confined to paperwork, a truth the two characters address with sharp wit and understated satire.
Their discussions gradually move beyond money and systems to deeper questions about human responsibility. Murari and Puttu reflect on the increasing frequency of natural disasters—droughts, floods, and erratic climate patterns—and question whether these are purely natural or the result of human actions. They point toward pollution from factories and vehicles, excessive use of air conditioners, unchecked industrialization, and careless exploitation of nature as factors contributing to environmental imbalance. What happens to the ozone layer and the environment, they realize, ultimately affects the farmer’s field, crops, and survival.
Blending humor with emotional depth, Goolar Ke Phool invites the audience to laugh, reflect, and introspect. The film is both a tribute to the resilience of farmers and a quiet reminder that environmental destruction and its consequences are collective human responsibilities, not distant or abstract concerns.”
About the Director: “In 2004, Aron Mitr has cultivated a rich foundation in performing arts,
working as a director, writer, and actor alongside renowned theater figures
like Padma Shri Raj Bisaria, Salim Aarif, and Piyush Mishra. His pursuit of
excellence led him to complete a two-year diploma in Dramatic Arts from
Bhartendu Natya Academy, Lucknow (2008-10), and a Film Orientation
Course at FTII, Pune, in 2010. Since moving to Mumbai in 2011, he has been
a dynamic presence in both theater and film. His directorial debut, Acche
Din (2016), won an award at MAMI and led to a year-long internship with
the MAMI team and Vidhu Vinod Chopra Productions. His short film Old
Kid (2020) earned a Filmfare nomination, highlighting his growth as a
filmmaker with a distinct voice. Continually writing and directing, he strives
to make a lasting impact on the world of cinema.
Winner at Kolkata International Film Festival 2025- Best Indian Film
Winner at Frames Film Festival, Nerul, Mumbai 2025. Best Indian Short
Film
Winner at Jaipur International Film Festival 2025, (special jury mention) –
Best Indian Short Film.
Winner at Mumbai International Cult Film Festival-Best Director &Best
Original Screenplay.”
