The Crew
MEENAKSHI GARODIA - WRITER / DIRECTOR / EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Meenakshi Garodia is a multimedia artist, storyteller, ceramicist, writer/director, and experimental filmmaker working in digital, installation, and 16mm film. She has written and directed multiple well received plays and short films with an emphasis on women’s agency. Her work explores women’s lives within the patriarchy and the immigrant experience. Elements of nature (earth, water, and fire) are recurrent in her work. She is passionate about working with analog cameras that shoot with physical film that you can touch.
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She is Affiliate Faculty at Emerson College where she got her MFA in Film and Media Arts. She is on the boards of Saheli, a non-profit helping survivors of domestic violence, the Brookline Interactive Group (Brookline access TV) and the Brookline Commission for Women. Her ceramics have been exhibited at MassArt and non-profit fundraisers. Meenakshi holds an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore and previously worked in corporate strategy at a fortune 500 company.
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REBECCA OCAMPO - PRODUCER
Rebecca began her artistic career as a professional dancer and actress in NYC and Los Angeles, performing in films, television, stage, commercials and music videos. Her most recent work can be seen in the docu-series, In Class with Jocelyn Jones, a 16-episode Master Class series for actors. Her first short film, TYSON!, appeared at Hollyshorts, Pan African Film Festival, Rwanda Film Festival, Black Maria, and New Filmmakers LA, among others, and received International distribution through SHORTSTV. Rebecca has a MFA in Film and Media Art (2024) from Emerson College in Boston with a focus in Directing and Narrative Fiction.
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VAISHNAVI BHIMANI - ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
I love writing and creating stories that are usually character driven, about self vs society, self vs self and those which deal with the wonders of the human mind. Before entering film school, I made a couple of short films, a relationship drama and drama about grief. My peak interest has always been writing psychological thrillers, rom-coms, fantasy fiction, drama and mystery. Apart from being a filmmaker, I am a dog lover, travel enthusiast, a foodie and part time tv-show binge watcher!​
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RAYANA RASAMEE - DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Rayana Rasamee is a Thai-American cinematographer based in Los Angeles. She earned her MFA in Cinematography from the AFI Conservatory in 2022 and holds a BA in Criminology & Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland. As a product of immigrant parents, she is enamored with stories that examine the human experience while showcasing inclusive imagery representative of her upbringing. Her work encompasses narrative feature films, documentaries and commercial work for world-renowned brands such as Valentino, Toyota, Puma and Covergirl. She is currently an active associate member of the Society of Camera Operators (SOC).
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TUSHAR GIDWANI - PRODUCTION DESIGNER
I'm a street photographer, day-dreaming filmmaker & occasional nonsense-spewer whose work has spanned financial analysis, producing commercials, adopting stray cattle, and drinking copious cups of coffee. Through photos, documentaries & fiction, my practice explores the boundaries that interconnect food, immigration & sexuality, while toying with the moral gray that pulsates through our species. Or so I try…
Made in Bombay, India, I spent the last decade building a tech startup, dealing with devious investors, photographing Indonesian farms, starting a content studio, making things with VICE Asia, burning my head, and finding my heart. I live in Boston now, chipping away at an MFA.
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SAM PERMAR - FIRST ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Sam Permar is an actor, screenwriter, and narrative film director based in Boston, MA. He grew up on Martha’s Vineyard and got his BFA in drama at NYU Tisch. His work has screened at NewFest, No Budge, and The Martha’s Vineyard Film Festival, and he’s produced, edited, and assistant directed numerous indie short films around Boston and New York City. He’s currently earning his MFA in film at Emerson College and is shooting his upcoming body horror short “Tick” this summer.
The Cast
SRAVANTHI PRATTIPATI - KHUSHI
Sravanthi Prattipati, a passionate actor, has graced screens and stages in English, Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil, participating in over 10 projects in the past 4 years. Minoring in Theatre Arts at San Jose State University, she brings depth to her performances. Originally from California, Sravanthi now resides in Texas, traveling for acting projects. With a desire for accurate South Asian representation, she aims to enhance diversity in Western media. Her standout performance in "Sreekaram - The Beginning" earned acclaim and an award from Tollywood luminaries like Allu Arvind and Amala Akkineni, solidifying her talent and vision.
AJAY JAIN - GURMEET
Ajay Jain is an actor balancing his passion for the arts with a career at a Robotics AI Startup. His stage repertoire spans over 20 productions in Hindi and English, including notable works like Ek Aur Dronacharya, Raktbeej, Photograph 51, A Christmas Carol, Mahabharata, and Yellow Face. His versatility extends to playback improv with True Story Theater and on-screen performances in award-winning short films like The Theft, A Bad Day, and Hamza: The Lion. Recently, he worked on two indie features, Orange Crush and Pop the Pickle. Trained under Scott Fielding at the MCASB, Ajay loves to explore different facets of humanity.
MONISHA VAISH - SUKHI
Monisha, originally a Bollywood dance teacher, stumbled into acting when offered a significant role at a theater event despite no prior experience. This opportunity sparked her passion for acting, and for the past decade, she has diligently carved out time from her busy life—balancing home, work as a business analyst at an investment firm, and theater—to pursue her craft. Monisha has appeared in 15 plays and 3 films in English and Hindi. She continues to explore her artistic side through various mediums like dancing, acting, and painting. She has completed a few acting workshops as well with Debra Wise, the Artistic Director at Central Square theater, and Acting & Improv with Sujoy De.
ASHENDRI PICON - AMRITA
Ashendri Picon is an NYC-based actor, director, and model. Recently, she completed The Barrow Group’s One-Year Professional Acting Program after training in improv at The Second City in Toronto. Ashendri comes from a book publishing background and was the Books Editor for Brown Girl Magazine. Having shared many stories from the South Asian diaspora, she is particularly excited to be a part of Poshun as it does the important work of sharing one of many stories of resilience and fortitude from the diaspora. As well as being a film and stage actor, Ashendri has experience directing stage and screen productions, and is looking forward to her next short film project in the late summer. Ashendri values bringing nuance and depth to the characters she portrays and so she is grateful for the opportunity to bring Amrita to life!
RAHUL DHIMAN - SUNNY
Rahul Dhiman is a passionate actor known for his dynamic performances across stage and screen. Graduating from UC Berkeley with a degree in Chemical Engineering, he transitioned from a successful engineering career to acting, blending technical precision with emotional depth in his roles. Originally from Chicago, Rahul now splits his time between Chicago and LA for various acting projects. His notable works include co-creating and starring in the mockumentary series 'Upside Brown' on Tubi and appearing in Hulu's 'Deli Boys.' As the founder of Raninj Entertainment, Rahul is committed to bringing representative and authentic South Asian stories to the screen at scale. Fluent in Hindi and growing up inspired by Hindi cinema, he adds cultural richness to his performances in the Western hemisphere.