In India, Dalits are the lowest caste, often referred to derisively as “untouchables.” In Uttar Pradesh, a northern province, a group of Dalit women do the unthinkable in any caste — they start their own news network. Khabar Lahariya, or “news wave” is India’s only all-female news network. Armed with the urge to tell the truth no matter the cost, these women fearlessly attack injustice wherever it appears. Led by their chief reporter, Meera, Khabar Lahariya is changing the world with stories writ large and small. With virtually no budget, very little salary, but an unshakable determination, this group of intrepid reporters speaks truth to power at great personal risk, and often without the support of their own families. “It’s a stirring and inspiring documentary about some very courageous women, who deftly articulate and defend the need for accurate, fearless journalism in the pursuit of justice.” --Alissa Wilkinson, Vox
Director Biography
Rintu Thomas |
Sushmit Ghosh |
Based in New Dehli, Rintu Thomas is an award-winning producer and director. She is the director (with Sushmit Ghosh) of the documentary shorts “The Miracle Water Village” (2010), “Dilli” (2011) and “Timbaktu” (2012). Writing with Fire (2021) is her debut feature.
Sushmit Ghosh is a director and cinematographer. He is the director (with Rintu Thomas) of the documentary shorts “The Miracle Water Village” (2010), “Dilli” (2011) and “Timbaktu” (2012). Writing with Fire (2021) is his debut feature.
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