Jash Shah

Jash Shah’s filmography is a bit of an underground mixtape—if you know, you know. He’s got his fingerprints on “Dard” (2024), which, trust me, isn’t your average tearjerker. The movie kind of sucker-punches you with emotion, weaving together pain, healing, and all those messy human bits we usually try to hide. It’s not all doom and gloom though—there’s this weird hope that sneaks in, almost like the sun popping out after a week of rain. Shah really goes for the jugular when it comes to exploring grief, family, and what’s left when everything falls apart, so expect to feel a little raw by the credits. Then there’s “R.E.C.E.S.S” from back in 2017—way different vibe. Think nostalgia trip, but not in a cheesy, rose-tinted way. The film digs into youth, rebellion, and that weird in-between space where you’re not a kid but you’re definitely not an adult, either. Shah plays around with pacing and flashbacks, giving the whole thing this jittery, restless energy. It’s kind of like flipping through old yearbook photos—cringey, bittersweet, and way more intense than you’d expect. Both films show Shah isn’t scared to get his hands dirty with complicated feelings, and honestly, he pulls it off without making things feel forced or fake. If you’re looking for glossy, tied-up-with-a-bow endings, you might want to look elsewhere. But if messy, real, and a bit raw is your jam, Shah’s stuff delivers.