The Initiation
“A relationship on the edge. A conversation that changes everything”
Synopsis
The Initiation follows Nivedita, a young woman trapped in a relationship that no longer feels right. Struggling to express herself, she finally gathers the courage to confront her boyfriend, Vinay. What starts as an honest conversation soon turns into a heated exchange—Vinay refuses to accept the breakup, shifting between denial, guilt, and anger. But just as Nivedita is about to walk away, she hesitates. Fear of change holds her back, and instead of ending things, she delays the inevitable. A raw and emotional take on love, self-worth, and the difficulty of letting go.
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The Initiation (4K UHD)|Winner of Best Short Film | Jashn-e-Junoon |
Type: Featurette • Published 2025-02-14
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Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$200
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mukesh Muthukumaran
- Screenplay & Story
- Mukesh Muthukumaran
- Original Title
- The Initiation
- Country of Origin
- India
- Release Date
- 14/02/2025
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Budget
- $200
- Production Studios
- Jam Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mukesh Muthukumaran
Mukesh Muthukumaran
Nishith Ashok
Nishith Ashok
Department Leadership Roster
Mukesh Muthukumaran
Director
Nishith Ashok
Director of Photography
Nishith Ashok
Editor
Mukesh Muthukumaran
Writer
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International Certification Matrix
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
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What is The Initiation about?
The Initiation follows Nivedita, a young woman trapped in a relationship that no longer feels right. Struggling to express herself, she finally gathers the courage to confront her boyfriend, Vinay. What starts as an honest conversation soon turns into a heated exchange—Vinay refuses to accept the breakup, shifting between denial, guilt, and anger. But just as Nivedita is about to walk away, she hesitates. Fear of change holds her back, and instead of ending things, she delays the inevitable. A raw and emotional take on love, self-worth, and the difficulty of letting go.
Who directed The Initiation?
The Initiation was directed by Mukesh Muthukumaran.
Who stars in The Initiation?
The principal cast of The Initiation includes Kinjal, Chetan Yadav Manjunath, Chandra Leksha K P.
When was The Initiation released and how long is it?
The Initiation was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 15m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Initiation?
The Initiation holds official age classifications: IN: U (Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.).