The Sledge

A Story from Kashmir That Speaks to the World

Set in a village near Gulmarg, Kashmir, The Sledge follows Ali, a father who earns his living giving sledge rides to tourists. One day, while he is away, his children accidentally break his beloved sledge—the very tool that helps the family survive.

As the children struggle to repair it before his return, the film becomes a tender tale about honesty, responsibility, and resilience.

Shot in the snowy beauty of Kashmir, the film quietly unfolds into a deeply emotional portrait of family and childhood—those small, human moments that resonate far beyond borders.

But beyond the story on screen lies another story—how the film itself was made.

With no funding and no extra crew, we made this film with just four people—alongside the children (my own kids and niece) who acted in it. They didn’t just perform. They helped carry gear, prepare locations, and run errands. They were the heartbeat of the production.

My friend Manas Bhattacharyya, who was also the cinematographer of my diploma film at the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute, came all the way from Kolkata to shoot the film—without charging a single rupee. And Ajit Bhasin, currently studying sound at the same institute, handled the location sound recording—again, entirely voluntarily.

This is a film made with bare hands. And full hearts.

Why Support Now?

The Sledge has already been filmed. What remains is post-production—sound design, color grading, final edits, and preparing for festivals.

We’ve brought this story to life without external backing—relying on our own limited resources,. What we’ve created is honest, raw, and real.

Now we need your help to finish it—to polish the edges without losing the soul. By supporting us now, you’re not just contributing to a film. You’re honoring the effort and heart that went into every frame.

This story is ready. It just needs your hand to help it walk into the world.

Festival Journey 

We are preparing The Sledge for a journey through festivals—not just for recognition, but to share a story that reflects the humanity, beauty, and quiet dignity of Kashmiri life.At the same time, we’ll be reaching out to platforms and partners who understand the value of sincere, grounded storytelling. We may not have a marketing budget—but we have a film that speaks for itself, and we believe people will listen.

Your support helps carry this voice forward—into rooms and screens that matter.

Whether you’re a cinephile, a lover of underdog stories, or simply someone who believes in the power of storytelling—this is your moment to join us.

Let’s finish The Sledge together. Let’s carry this story forward.