- Source: Dum Kaata
Dum Kaata (transl. A Tale of a Tail!) is a Hindi-language comedy film directed by Amol Palekar and released in 2007. The film stars Om Puri, Anjana Basu, and Sachin Khedekar in the lead roles. The film also includes supporting roles played by Shernaz Patel and Aseen Desai. The film was released in India and in the UK in 2007 and released worldwide in 2010.
Plot
The film focuses on Saumil, a young boy diagnosed with a medical condition for which surgical intervention is advised. Saumil, however, declines the recommended surgery. As the narrative progresses, Saumil's brother Kashul becomes increasingly convinced that Saumil is developing a tail. The film explores the family's dynamics and struggles as they deal with this complex situation, with Saumil's mother, father, and grandfather all playing significant roles.
Addressing themes of family, health, and the complexities of making difficult medical decisions, the film, while fictional, reflects real-life issues and challenges. The directors aim for a storytelling approach that is both emotionally engaging and thought-provoking, striving to maintain a neutral and objective tone throughout.
Cast
Om Puri
Jainam Shah
Viram Shah
Anjana Basu
Sachin Khedekar
Shernaz Patel
Heli Daruwala as Imlee
Aseen Desai
Viju Khote
Vibhavari Deshpande as Ananya's mother
Saloni Daini as Gauri
References
External links
Dum Kaata at IMDb
Dum Kaata at Bollywood Hungama