A work in constant progress (and occasional regress).
Release Date:
January 1, 1993
Original Title:
I Live in Behrampada
Alternate Titles:
I Live in Behrampara
Genres:
Documentary
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Runtime: 46
The communal riots that reduced Bombay into two distinct communities in December '92 and January '93 also created an underclass of citizens. During this time, Behrampada a slum colony in the city's western suburb with its predominantly (80%) Muslim population was cast as the villain by the majoritarian media and the communal forces. I Live In Behrampada traces the history of this Muslim ghetto which was first populated in 1950 and grew through the efforts of the slum dwellers who turned the slimy marsh land into solid ground. But in the face of rapid development yesterday’s pathfinders have become today’s interlopers. Is the dividing line language, culture and religion or class?
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