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Writer and director Rohan Kanawade joins Borrowing Tape to discuss his film Cactus Pears [Sabar Bonda]. Rohan shares how personal grief inspired a story centered on hope, positive queer representation, and authentic intimacy over tragedy.
IN THIS EPISODE:
• Narrative Shift: Transforming personal grief into a story of joy and hope
• Stereotypes in Indian Cinema: Why Rohan rejects trauma-centric coming-out tropes
• Crafting Intimacy: Using silence and authentic locations
• Production Challenges: Sourcing real cactus pears and filming on location in Gujarat
Interviewer: Shaurya Thapa
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