Pyre
Synopsis
In the Himalayan Mountain range, a rural village loses its inhabitants to the city’s allure while an elderly couple, Padam Singh and Tulsi, live in desolate isolation. Their days are filled with routine and occasional humour as they mask their loneliness. Their son’s absence gnaws at them, and when a letter arrives promising his return, it reignites their hearts with joy and anticipation. However, the reunion does not unfold as expected, shattering their hopes. As the film climaxes, the spectator is confronted with a more rueful plight, deeply engaging the audience’s empathy.
Top Cast
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São Paulo International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vinod Kapri
- Screenplay & Story
- Vinod Kapri
- Original Score
- Mychael Danna, Amritha Vaz
- Original Title
- Pyre
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Production Studios
- Bhagirathi Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vinod Kapri
Vinod Kapri
Mychael Danna, Amritha Vaz
Patricia Rommel
Department Leadership Roster
Vinod Kapri
Director
Vinod Kapri
Writer
Mychael Danna
Original Music Composer
Amritha Vaz
Original Music Composer
Patricia Rommel
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Pyre.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pyre
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pyre about?
In the Himalayan Mountain range, a rural village loses its inhabitants to the city’s allure while an elderly couple, Padam Singh and Tulsi, live in desolate isolation. Their days are filled with routine and occasional humour as they mask their loneliness. Their son’s absence gnaws at them, and when a letter arrives promising his return, it reignites their hearts with joy and anticipation. However, the reunion does not unfold as expected, shattering their hopes. As the film climaxes, the spectator is confronted with a more rueful plight, deeply engaging the audience’s empathy.
Who directed Pyre?
Pyre was directed by Vinod Kapri.
Who stars in Pyre?
The principal cast of Pyre includes Padam Singh, Hira Devi Mishra, Subhash Chandra, Shubham Chaudhary, Sadab Khan.
When was Pyre released and how long is it?
Pyre was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.
Who composed the musical score for Pyre?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Pyre was composed by Mychael Danna, Amritha Vaz.