Acting Audition in a Short Film "Pardesi"

LEAD ROLE. MUST SPEAK PUNJABI. Kirpa, a 20-year-old woman from Moga, India, is the product of a humble family determined to offer her the opportunities they never had. With hopes of seeing her thrive, they send her to Canada to pursue a career, but Kirpa has always dreamed of becoming a Kathak dancer. Despite her passion, she finds herself caught between her aspirations and the expectations placed upon her.

SUPPORTING ROLE. MUST SPEAK PUNJABI. Soni, a 45-year-old mother from Moga, India, is fiercely dedicated to her daughter Kirpa's future. Having faced the limitations of her own life, she's determined to give Kirpa the opportunities she never had. Though Soni's love for her daughter is unwavering, her approach is often tough.

SUPPORTING ROLE. MUST SPEAK PUNJABI. Aunt Preeti, in her late 50s, is a woman of sharp opinions and even sharper words. While she I claims to have Kirpa's best interests at heart, her disapproval of Kirpa'sdream to become a Kathak dancer is clear. Preferring more traditional and "practical" paths for young women, Aunt Preeti is often judgmental, subtly throwing cold insults disguised as "concerns."

SUPPORTING ROLE. MUST SPEAK PUNJABI. Aunt Niru, in her early 50s, is a caring and thoughtful woman, but her love for tradition often clashes with her desire to support her niece. While she's worried about Kirpa's choice to pursue Kathak dancing, an art form so foreign to her, Aunt Niru is determined to be a source of I encouragement, even if it's difficult for her tofully understand.

SUPPORTING ROLE. MUST SPEAK PUNJABI. Uncle Raja, in his mid-50s, is a hardworking truck driver with a heart of gold. Though his life has been shaped by the long, tough hours on the road, he's never let the grind dull his kindness When Kirpa takes on a truck driving job, Uncle Raja becomes an unexpected mentor to her, offering guidance and support with a steady hand and a warm heart.

SUPPORTING ROLE. Nora, a young and naive barista in her early 20s, is the embodiment of optimism and innocence. With her easygoing nature and a smile that never fades, she's blissfully unaware of the struggles and hardships Kirpa faces. Nora's world is light and uncomplicated, and she often sees things through rose-colored glasses.

SUPPORTING ROLE. Chris, in his late 20s, appears outwardly friendly and well-meaning, but his subtle biases seep through in the form of microaggressions. While he never overtly expresses his discriminatory views, his remarks and actions towards Kirpa are laced with thinly veiled prejudice that often go! unnoticed by those around him. His comments, though seemingly innocuous, make Kirpa feel alienated.

SUPPORTING ROLE. Self-assured but hard to read, with a calm intensity that draws people in. There sharp, observant, There’s a quiet strength to them something unspoken, but always present.

NON-SPEAKING ROLE. Ballet dancers waiting to audition for a dance studio (No dance experience needed)