Underplayed Gems

Ayana (2017)

Ayana poster
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How it feels

The film follows newcomers in Bangalore as they go about their lives. It shows ordinary moments and interactions in the city.

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What happens

Ayana is a 2017 Kannada-language film directed by Gangadhar Salimath. The film is set in Bengaluru and features newcomers. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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