Sumit Saxena

Sumit Saxena, straight outta India, has been quietly making waves in the film world. You might recognize his name if you’ve kept your ear to the ground for anything remotely fresh or gutsy coming out of Bollywood. The guy’s got range—like, real range. Take “Kaalkoot” (2023) for example. Dark, gritty, and honestly, it doesn’t pull any punches. It dives right into some prickly social issues, and Saxena isn’t shy about poking at stuff most filmmakers would sidestep. Then you’ve got “Doctor G” (2022), which is a whole different beast. It’s got that quirky comedy-drama vibe, poking fun at the awkwardness of being a male gynecologist in India. It’s not just slapstick though; there’s this sweet, awkward heart to it, and Saxena helps steer it away from becoming just another run-of-the-mill comedy. Instead, it’s sharp, witty, and surprisingly honest about gender stereotypes. But hey, don’t forget “Hamid” (2018)—a movie that doesn’t just tug your heartstrings, it yanks ‘em. The story’s set in conflict-ridden Kashmir and follows a little boy hoping for a miracle. Saxena’s writing here? Subtle, poetic, but packs a punch. There’s a real tenderness in the storytelling, not to mention a whole lot of emotional depth. Basically, if you’re after films that don’t stick to the same old formula, Saxena’s your guy. He’s not afraid to mess with genre or dig into tough topics, and you can always count on his work to have a little grit under its nails.