Bebaak (film)

Bebaak, also known as Fearless, is a 2021 Hindi-language short film directed by Varun Tandon and starring Isha Talwar and Vipin Sharma. The film addresses the issue of marital rape within the context of Indian society, exploring the legal and social complexities surrounding consent and marital relationships. The narrative centers on a conversation between a young woman (Talwar) and her father-in-law (Sharma) as they navigate the aftermath of a traumatic event within the marriage. Bebaak aims to raise awareness about the normalization of marital rape and encourage dialogue on the need for its criminalization in India. The film garnered attention for its sensitive portrayal of a difficult topic and its performances.