The deeply personal and emotionally resonant short film SŪNNA meaning Listen, was written and directed by Radha Mehta.

Inspired by Radha’s own lived experience, the film offers a powerful and intimate exploration of identity, loss, and rediscovery through the lens of music and silence.

SŪNNA follows a young Indian musician whose world is upended by sudden hearing loss. As silence takes hold, she is forced to confront the loss of not only her craft, but her sense of self.

Through memory, touch, and cultural connection, she begins a journey toward reclaiming both her music and her identity. Blending emotional authenticity with a sensory cinematic approach, the film invites audiences into a rarely depicted experience, transforming silence into something deeply expressive and profoundly human.

With its blend of personal storytelling, cultural specificity, and universal emotional themes, SŪNNA stands out as a powerful exploration of resilience and artistic identity.

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