A fiery beautician trying to escape her small-town boundaries and a forced engagement to start a life with her secret lover. Rehana (Plabita Borthakur):

Released in 2017 after a high-profile battle with Indian censors, Lipstick Under My Burkha

The censorship battle made headlines globally — from The Guardian to The New York Times — and positioned the film as a landmark feminist text. Shrivastava became a leading voice against gendered censorship in India.

Bhopal is captured with a gritty, realistic lens. The 720p resolution strikes a perfect balance between high-definition clarity and the natural film grain, ensuring that the vibrant colors of the "lipstick" stand out against the muted tones of the city.

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