‘Kathak: Dancing With Taboos’ Film Festival Review: A Story of Passion and Perseverance
Eloquent and informative, Hajera Sheikh’s documentary Kathak: Dancing With Taboos tells a story of love for one’s culture and perseverance through adversity.

Jai, an honest cop, falls in love with Neha who is Mr. Singhal's daughter. Jai suspects Singhal to be a hardcore criminal. Will Jai be able to bring Singhal to justice?
Eloquent and informative, Hajera Sheikh’s documentary Kathak: Dancing With Taboos tells a story of love for one’s culture and perseverance through adversity.
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