Filmmaker Rohena Gera's much talked about film 'Is Love Enough? Sir' finally gets a theatrical release in India this Friday. Having won awards and critical acclaim across festivals, 'Sir' has finally come home. A poignant story of class divide and how two uncanny people find solace in each other's company, 'Sir' is a sublime, heart-wrenching ode to love.&nbsp; 
 
Widowed at a young age, Ratna (Tillotama Shome) now works at Ashwin's residence in Mumbai (Vivek Gombar). Ashwin is a man of few words, who has recently returned from the US and is in mourning because of a broken engagement. His and Ratna's interactions are minimal- like that of an employer and a servant's. But over the course of time, the two form an uncanny bond- she opening up to him about her dreams of becoming a fashion designer and saving up to aid her younger sister's education and him speaking up for her in front of rude guests.&nbsp; 
 
What starts as an unusual bond of friendship, soon turns into attraction- both being aware of the class divide between two. While he is ready to move past the differences in their status, she is scared at the scandal that will spill over if she says yes.&nbsp; 
 
The beauty of 'Sir' lies in its simplicity and detailed screenplay by Gera herself. The mundanities of day to day life, the way their relationship changes - from master and servant to their unusual friendship to eventually the palpable sexual tension they share- all is shown effectively. 
 
It helps that strong writing is supported by powerful performances. Both Shome and Gombar are top-notch. Shome's part is more difficult, but the actress is stunning at Ratna. She strikes a fine balance between restraint and exuberance, making her character look like a breath of fresh air.&nbsp;

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The mood is sombre and subtle and Gombar slips in as the sad, polite and warm Ashwin. The film mostly has these two actors interacting and the two deftly carry the film. Sans the dramatic lines and music, a story like this can get mundane and boring but Shome and Gombar create a stunning environment which gets you invested in the story. You may know how the story will progress but their crackling chemistry makes you sit through the film.&nbsp; 
 
There's also Geetanjali Kulkarni as Laxmi, Ratna's only friend who&nbsp;delivers perfectly to her part.&nbsp; 
 
Gera's deft writing shows the stark divide of the two leading protagonists in the most effective way. There are no over the top dialogues here that point fingers at how their two worlds are different. But the difference between the haves and have nots is clearly demarcated. While Ratna is aspirational, she is also aware of her status in society. Ashwin on the other is polite to a fault, who is always too forthcoming to compensate for his privilege.&nbsp; 
 
The film's little moments stand out. Like when Ashwin gifts Ratna a sewing machine or when Ratna subtly tells him to move on after a broken engagement, Ratna opening up to Laxmi about her desire to learn how to stitch - such moments make the film warm and understated.&nbsp;

Also see:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-i-was-afraid-tillotama-shome-might-refuse-sir-because-of-monsoon-wedding-director-rohena-gera-342838">I was afraid Tillotama Shome might refuse 'Sir' because of 'Monsoon Wedding': Director Rohena Gera</a>

Sir' is the first theatrical release post-pandemic lockdown. Its not the typical big-budget commercial film that creates hype weeks before its release but it should be celebrated nevertheless. For its beautiful story and the nuanced performances.&nbsp;

Filmmaker Rohena Gera's much talked about film 'Is Love Enough? Sir' finally gets a theatrical release in India this Friday. Having won awards and critical acclaim across festivals, 'Sir' has finally come home.

Filmmaker Rohena Gera's much talked about film 'Is Love Enough? Sir' finally gets a theatrical release in India this Friday. Having won awards and critical acclaim across festivals, 'Sir' has finally come home. A poignant story of class divide and how two uncanny people find solace in each other's company, 'Sir' is a sublime, heart-wrenching ode to love. Widowed at a young age, Ratna (Tillotama Shome) now works at Ashwin's residence in Mumbai (Vivek Gombar). Ashwin is a man of few words, who has recently returned from the US and is in mourning because of a broken engagement. His and Ratna's interactions are minimal- like that of an employer and a servant's. But over the course of time, the two form an uncanny bond- she opening up to him about her dreams of becoming a fashion designer and saving up to aid her younger sister's education and him speaking up for her in front of rude guests. What starts as an unusual bond of friendship, soon turns into attraction- both being aware of the class divide between two. While he is ready to move past the differences in their status, she is scared at the scandal that will spill over if she says yes. The beauty of 'Sir' lies in its simplicity and detailed screenplay by Gera herself. The mundanities of day to day life, the way their relationship changes - from master and servant to their unusual friendship to eventually the palpable sexual tension they share- all is shown effectively. It helps that strong writing is supported by powerful performances. Both Shome and Gombar are top-notch. Shome's part is more difficult, but the actress is stunning at Ratna. She strikes a fine balance between restraint and exuberance, making her character look like a breath of fresh air. The mood is sombre and subtle and Gombar slips in as the sad, polite and warm Ashwin. The film mostly has these two actors interacting and the two deftly carry the film. Sans the dramatic lines and music, a story like this can get mundane and boring but Shome and Gombar create a stunning environment which gets you invested in the story. You may know how the story will progress but their crackling chemistry makes you sit through the film. There's also Geetanjali Kulkarni as Laxmi, Ratna's only friend who delivers perfectly to her part. Gera's deft writing shows the stark divide of the two leading protagonists in the most effective way. There are no over the top dialogues here that point fingers at how their two worlds are different. But the difference between the haves and have nots is clearly demarcated. While Ratna is aspirational, she is also aware of her status in society. Ashwin on the other is polite to a fault, who is always too forthcoming to compensate for his privilege. The film's little moments stand out. Like when Ashwin gifts Ratna a sewing machine or when Ratna subtly tells him to move on after a broken engagement, Ratna opening up to Laxmi about her desire to learn how to stitch - such moments make the film warm and understated. Also see: I was afraid Tillotama Shome might refuse 'Sir' because of 'Monsoon Wedding': Director Rohena Gera Sir' is the first theatrical release post-pandemic lockdown. Its not the typical big-budget commercial film that creates hype weeks before its release but it should be celebrated nevertheless. For its beautiful story and the nuanced performances.

'Sir' review: Rohena Gera's little gem of a film is a heartwarming story of love and companionship

Filmmaker Rohena Gera’s internationally acclaimed debut feature, ‘Is Love Enough? SIR' starring Tillotama Shome, Vivek Gomber and Marathi actress Geetanjali Kulkarni is slated for Pan-India theatrical release on 20th March 2020.

The film had its World Premiere at the 71st International Cannes Film Festival, in the critics week competition section making Rohena Gera the first woman filmmaker to bag Gan Foundation Award for distribution.

The first look poster of the film was launched on Thursday.

Produced by Inkpot Films and co-produced by Ciné-Sud Promotion, the film is a story of a Marathi widowed domestic worker played by Tillotama Shome who finds a complicated romantic spark with her recently single employer Ashwin (Vivek Gomber), who’s just returned from the US after breaking off his engagement.&nbsp;

The film has travelled to nearly 45 international and Indian festivals including AFI Fest Los Angeles, São Paulo International Film Festival, Beijing International Film Festival, Zurich Film Festival and has won 16 awards including, Best Film, Best Actress, Best Director &amp; Audience choice awards.

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'Is Love Enough? SIR' is among the top 5 highest-grossing Indian films released theatrically in France which include films like 'Salaam Bombay' and 'The Lunchbox'. The film is theatrically released or sold in nearly 30 countries across the world and garnered critical acclaim and popular success.

The writer-director-producer, Rohena Gera, who is absolutely thrilled to bring the film to her home country says, “ The film is about fighting for a dream, and the film has become my dream come true. &nbsp;To have my first film in Cannes, and then to have it travel around the world from Brazil to Japan to Hungary to Israel… it’s beyond what I would have dared to dream. &nbsp;But that said, I made the film for India. &nbsp;It is an Indian story, it is about us. The fact that people abroad connected to it is a bonus. &nbsp;What I am so excited (and nervous) about is to see how people at home feel.”

&nbsp;"I have been really lucky to have had the support of a wonderful crew and amazing cast, especially Tillotama, Vivek and Geetanjali who breathed life into the characters and made them shine.

Tillotama Shome who plays Ratna, the Marathi domestic help in the film says, “SIR has had a dream run in the international film festival circuit, starting with Cannes and a spate of international releases. However, we were often asked in those countries, how the film was received in India and now we are excited we will finally have the answer. It both fills my heart with joy but also makes me nervous.”

Talking about her preparation for the role, she adds, “It was a wonderful challenge to bring to life the delicate negotiations within Rohena's script with my wonderful co-actors Vivek Gomber and Geetanjali Kulkarni. The subject matter of the film is so delicate that it was extremely nerve-racking and yet it is also what made it so rewarding. I had to learn Marathi for a few scenes. The effort to learn the language made me fall in love with Bombay a little more.”

Filmmaker Rohena Gera’s internationally acclaimed debut feature, ‘Is Love Enough? SIR' starring Tillotama Shome, Vivek Gomber and Marathi actress Geetanjali Kulkarni is slated for Pan-India theatrical release on 20th March 2020.

Filmmaker Rohena Gera’s internationally acclaimed debut feature, ‘Is Love Enough? SIR' starring Tillotama Shome, Vivek Gomber and Marathi actress Geetanjali Kulkarni is slated for Pan-India theatrical release on 20th March 2020. The film had its World Premiere at the 71st International Cannes Film Festival, in the critics week competition section making Rohena Gera the first woman filmmaker to bag Gan Foundation Award for distribution. The first look poster of the film was launched on Thursday. Produced by Inkpot Films and co-produced by Ciné-Sud Promotion, the film is a story of a Marathi widowed domestic worker played by Tillotama Shome who finds a complicated romantic spark with her recently single employer Ashwin (Vivek Gomber), who’s just returned from the US after breaking off his engagement. The film has travelled to nearly 45 international and Indian festivals including AFI Fest Los Angeles, São Paulo International Film Festival, Beijing International Film Festival, Zurich Film Festival and has won 16 awards including, Best Film, Best Actress, Best Director & Audience choice awards. I feel very emotional to share this news. PVR Pictures will release our film #SIR on March 20. My heartfelt love to our director @RohenaGera , producer @BricePoisson and my incredible co actors #vivekgomber @getkul . Your love would mean the world to us♥️ pic.twitter.com/5HXDzDsWr1 — Tillotama Shome (@TillotamaShome) February 27, 2020 × 'Is Love Enough? SIR' is among the top 5 highest-grossing Indian films released theatrically in France which include films like 'Salaam Bombay' and 'The Lunchbox'. The film is theatrically released or sold in nearly 30 countries across the world and garnered critical acclaim and popular success. The writer-director-producer, Rohena Gera, who is absolutely thrilled to bring the film to her home country says, “ The film is about fighting for a dream, and the film has become my dream come true. To have my first film in Cannes, and then to have it travel around the world from Brazil to Japan to Hungary to Israel… it’s beyond what I would have dared to dream. But that said, I made the film for India. It is an Indian story, it is about us. The fact that people abroad connected to it is a bonus. What I am so excited (and nervous) about is to see how people at home feel.” "I have been really lucky to have had the support of a wonderful crew and amazing cast, especially Tillotama, Vivek and Geetanjali who breathed life into the characters and made them shine. Tillotama Shome who plays Ratna, the Marathi domestic help in the film says, “SIR has had a dream run in the international film festival circuit, starting with Cannes and a spate of international releases. However, we were often asked in those countries, how the film was received in India and now we are excited we will finally have the answer. It both fills my heart with joy but also makes me nervous.” Talking about her preparation for the role, she adds, “It was a wonderful challenge to bring to life the delicate negotiations within Rohena's script with my wonderful co-actors Vivek Gomber and Geetanjali Kulkarni. The subject matter of the film is so delicate that it was extremely nerve-racking and yet it is also what made it so rewarding. I had to learn Marathi for a few scenes. The effort to learn the language made me fall in love with Bombay a little more.”

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