This Kapil Verma’s powerful #shortfilm #Nitishastra features #TaapseePannu as Roshni, a young woman forced to choose between familial loyalty and her principles. The Nitishastra short film references the Bhagavad Gita to explore justice and righteousness. A must watch for fans of Taapsee Pannu films, this intense drama showcases the conflict between blood ties and moral duty. #LargeShortFilms #RoyalStagBarrelSelect #BarrelSelectShorts

Synopsis:
"Nitishastra" begins with the funeral of Roshni (Taapsee Pannu) and Ravi's (Vicky Arora) mother. Roshni, who runs a self-defense institute for #women, gets into a brutal fight with Ravi, who has been on the run for five months. Through flashbacks, we learn that Ravi is involved in the rape of one of Roshni’s students. Despite the turmoil of choosing between her brother and justice, Roshni informs the police about his involvement. The #climax sees Roshni taking justice into her own hands, reflecting the modern world's struggle between familial loyalty and standing up for what is right.

This short film powerfully #showcases Taapsee Pannu’s raw and perceptible #performance as a woman determined to make a difference in a corrupt world. The film’s dialogue and expressions emphasize the gravity of her struggle, making it a gripping watch.