Must-Watch Short Films on JioHotstar That Leave a Lasting Impact

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Short films prove that powerful stories don’t need hours to move you — just a few minutes of honest storytelling.

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If you’re looking for something meaningful yet quick to watch, here are seven short films on JioHotstar that blend emotion, creativity & impact.

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Ghuspaith Between Borders

Inspired by Pulitzer-winning photojournalist Danish Siddiqui, this gripping tale follows Manav (Amit Sadh) as he risks his life documenting human stories in a conflict zone. It’s a moving reflection on courage and sacrifice.

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Murakh: The Idiot

When Abdul’s (Arfi Lamba) Australian visa is rejected, he makes a shocking choice — to hijack a flight. This dark satire explores ignorance, prejudice, and how desperation twists reality.

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Copy

Vikrant Massey stars as a man who creates his own clone to manage his chaotic life. But when his copy starts taking over, the film questions identity, control, and technology’s moral limits.

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Coming Out with the Help of a Time Machine

A young man uses a time-travel device to rehearse coming out as gay to his conservative parents. Funny, emotional, and deeply human — this one hits close to the heart.

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Mirchi Malini

Paolmi Dam plays a food critic who can taste a dish and foresee the cook’s future. What happens when she must eat her own food? A smart mix of mystery and the supernatural.

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Rat in the Kitchen

After a breakup, Vikram’s quiet life turns eerie as strange happenings in his kitchen reveal a chilling truth caught on CCTV.

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Natkhat

Vidya Balan stars in this gentle yet powerful story about a mother teaching her son empathy and respect, challenging gender bias from childhood.

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