Vala: Story of a Bangle

Shayla removes her grandmother's gold bangle, the last family heirloom, from her wrist. This simple act sets in motion a chain of events that unravels the complex fabric of womanhood in contemporary India. The 2025 drama explores how traditional ornaments become not mere decorations, but symbols of heritage, obligation, and personal freedom. The story unfolds across generations of one family, where each woman reinterprets the meaning of the 'vala'—the bangle passed from mother to daughter. The film walks the line between intimate drama and social commentary, revealing how material objects carry the weightless burden of expectation and memory.