Shudra: The Rising

"Story of 25 million People"

Shudra: The Rising is a Hindi language film with a storyline based on the caste system in ancient India, and more specifically the Hindu Varna system. It is directed by Sanjiv Jaiswal and dedicated to Bhim Rao Ambedkar. The film depicts the four basic units of the caste system - the Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas and the Shudras. The film shows various rules imposed on the Shudras such as waking with a bell around their ankles and a long leaf behind their back,and a pot hanging around their neck.

Release Date

October 19, 2012

Status

Released

Original Title

Shudra: The Rising

Runtime

2h 0min

Budget

Revenue

Language

Hindi

Production Companies

Rudraksh Adventures Pvt. Ltd.