'Elham' garnered acclaim for its nuanced storytelling, remarkable performances, Prayagraj: Making its alma mater, Allahabad University , proud, acclaimed filmmaker Dhruva Harsh 's poignant film, 'Elham', was chosen as the opening film at the prestigious 11th Kolkata International Children's Film Festival , 2025. This distinction adds to Harsh's illustrious repertoire, following the success of his notable works: “Honourable Mention” (2015), “Harshit” (2018), and “Do I Exist: A Riddle” (2019), which earned him numerous accolades and success. A PhD holder in English from Allahabad University, Dhruva Harsh delivered lectures on cinema and screened his films at premier institutions, including Jamia Millia Islamia, JNU, Delhi, Banaras Hindu University, and his alma mater.
'Elham', a heart-warming narrative, explores the beautiful bond between Faizan, a young boy, and 'Dodu', a goat, set against the backdrop of Bakrid, beautifully captured by cinematographer Ankur Rai and music by producer and music director Vickey Prasad. The film delicately weaves themes of compassion, empathy, and selflessness, underscoring the significance of human-animal relationships. "We are thrilled to showcase 'Elham' as our opening film," said Shantanu Basu, Secretary of the 11th Kolkata International Children's Film Festival.
"This film embodies the creative spirit and innovation our festival promotes. Its universal themes will resonate deeply with our young audience." Dhruva Harsh expressed g.