Paro: Giving voice to India's silent daughters

Filmmaker, actor, and activist Trupti Bhoir opens up about the emotional, political & creative journey behind her internationally acclaimed film Paro

- Vidhi Santosh Mehta

In an exclusive conversation with The Free Press Journal, filmmaker, actor, and activist Trupti Bhoir opens up about the emotional, political, and creative journey behind her internationally acclaimed film Paro. From uncovering the brutal reality of bride trafficking in northern India to advocating before national bodies with survivors by her side, she shares how cinema and social responsibility merge in her mission. In this interview, she reflects on her research, collaborations, recognition on global platforms, and the deeper purpose driving her work. Excerpts:

Q. Paro has been screened at major international festivals and earned standing ovations. What has this global journey meant to you personally?