Marking the ‘International Day of the Girl Child’, UNAIDS has released Ghotul, a short film inspired by indigenous Gond traditions that reimagines conversations around gender, sexuality, and equality among adolescents.
Directed by Shashanka Bob’ Chaturvedi, the 12-minute film draws from the Gond Muria tradition of ‘ghotuls’ — communal learning spaces where elders guide adolescents through open discussions about love, intimacy, and responsibility.
Far from being taboo, these practices embody egalitarian values that promote dignity, awareness, and mutual respect.
By knowing the facts and educating young people about their sexual health, we can help them feel safe and stay safe, said UNAIDS executive director Winnie Byanyima.
It is written by author and gender practitioner Shruti Johri, conceptualised by advertising executive Swati Bhattacharya, and shot by award-winning cinematographer Tassaduq Hussain, known for “Omkara” and “Kaminey”. The film features Indira Tiwari of “Serious Me​Marking the ‘International Day of the Girl Child’, UNAIDS has released Ghotul, a short film inspired by indigenous Gond traditions that reimagines conversations around gender, sexuality, and equality among adolescents.
Directed by Shashanka Bob’ Chaturvedi, the 12-minute film draws from the Gond Muria tradition of ‘ghotuls’ — communal learning spaces where elders guide adolescents through open discussions about love, intimacy, and responsibility.
Far from being taboo, these practices embody egalitarian values that promote dignity, awareness, and mutual respect.
By knowing the facts and educating young people about their sexual health, we can help them feel safe and stay safe, said UNAIDS executive director Winnie Byanyima.
It is written by author and gender practitioner Shruti Johri, conceptualised by advertising executive Swati Bhattacharya, and shot by award-winning cinematographer Tassaduq Hussain, known for “Omkara” and “Kaminey”. The film features Indira Tiwari of “Serious Me ​Latest News [ SOBAN NEWS: International and National ]
