Actor Sanjay Mishra’s Hindi short film ‘Giddh’ (The Scavenger) has achieved success at the prestigious Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia 2023 by winning the Asia International Competition. Notably, Mishra himself was honored with the ‘Best Actor’ award at the festival. This recognition has qualified ‘Giddh’ to compete in the Oscars, positioning it as a strong contender in the short film category.
Sanjay Mishra expressed his gratitude for the film’s overwhelming global reception, describing the journey as unforgettable, and praised the incredible crew he collaborated with.
‘Giddh’ serves as a raw social commentary, fearlessly reflecting on challenging societal realities that are often overlooked. The film has struck a chord with audiences worldwide, and its acclaim extended to being selected as a finalist at the USA Film Festival 2023, while also earning official selections at other esteemed international short film festivals like the ‘LA Shorts International Film Festival 2023’ and the ‘Carmarthen Bay International Film Festival 2023’.
