Shuchi Talati’s coming-of-age drama Girls Will Be Girls will be released on Prime Video on December 18, the makers announced on Wednesday, unveiling the film’s trailer. It is produced by Richa Chadha, Claire Chassagne, and Shuchi with Ali Fazal serving as executive producer and stars Preeti Panigrahi, Kesav Binoy Kiron and Kani Kusruti in pivotal roles.
The trailer introduces 18-year-old Mira (Preeti) as she experiences adulthood and romance while facing a conflicted relationship with her mother, played by Kani. Kesav plays Mira’s boyfriend and there are scenes where he is confronted by her mother as he comes to spend time with her at her place. The film promises to be an evocative look at young-adult rebellion through a sensitive gaze.
Richa said in a statement, “Girls Will Be Girls is a film that captures the raw and authentic experiences of young adults, reflecting the rebellious spirit of adolescence while exploring the challenges of adulting, where inter-generational conflicts and struggle for independence are common. We are thrilled that the universal theme of our dream project has resonated with audiences worldwide, earning international acclaim and recognition at some of the most prominent film festivals.”
Ali added, “Girls Will Be Girls is incredibly special to Richa and me because it’s our first project as producers. A lot of heart, passion, and hard work have gone into bringing this vision to life, making it a journey of immense learning and growth. The phenomenal response from international audiences has been highly motivating, encouraging us to continue pursuing our passion for delivering distinctive narratives. Having this film release exclusively on Prime Video, which feels like a second home for both of us as actors, makes this project even more special.”
Director Shuchi shared, “Girls Will Be Girls is a reflection of diverse perspectives on coming-of-age, uniquely told through the female gaze. Bringing this story to life with an incredible team has been nothing short of extraordinary, and the global recognition we’ve received has been deeply gratifying. I’m thrilled that Indian audiences will now have the opportunity to experience the film on Prime Video.”
Girls Will Be Girls had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival, where it won two awards, one of which was the top honour, The Audience Award in the World Cinema Dramatic Category. The film also received four awards at the recently concluded MAMI Mumbai International Film Festival where it made its India debut. Additionally, it has been screened at other renowned festivals worldwide, including Cannes, the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), and the Berlin International Film Festival.
