Crisscross 2018

Suzy's struggle to land work

Suzy, a freelance graphic designer in Kolkata, fights to land steady work and get paid on time. As a single mother, she must feed her son and shield him from the city’s dangers while dodging the looming presence of her drug-addicted ex-husband. The opening days set the tone for how fragile her daily rhythm has become.

Meher's audition grind

Meher, an aspiring actress, hustles through auditions and bit roles, enduring daily humiliation for a chance at a bigger break. She shells out time and energy to care for her widowed mother and sickly brother, often with little financial reward. Her perseverance mirrors the broader pressure on artists in a crowded city.

Rupa's life under pressure

Rupa endures constant abuse from her in-laws, who blame her for not conceiving and torment her with cruel remarks. Her husband feeds the conflict, always finding new ways to undermine her confidence. The household atmosphere sharpens the sense that every day requires endurance.

Ira's career vs. love

Ira, a successful photojournalist, juggles high-stakes assignments with a demanding boyfriend who wants to marry her. She fights to protect her independence while navigating expectations about personal life and commitment. The tension reveals the cost of balance in a fast-paced career.

Miss Sen's storm and revelation

Miss Sen, a ruthless yet brilliant businesswoman, battles a market-wide storm threatening her empire while her personal life remains fractured. A shocking revelation from her past begins to explain the downturn and forces confrontation with what she has built. The moment reframes how her colleagues see the crisis and her choices.

Suzy lands a paid break

Suzy finally lands a paid assignment that steadies her finances and offers a glimmer of security for her son’s education. The payout brings temporary relief but also new deadlines and pressures that compound her existing worries. It marks a turning point in her struggle to stay afloat.

Meher sees a potential breakthrough

A talent scout notices potential in Meher, offering a larger role that could transform her prospects. Yet the audition process remains fraught with humiliation and uncertainty. She must weigh chasing the dream against the immediate needs of her family.

Rupa faces a terminal diagnosis

Rupa learns she has a terminal disease, a revelation that alters how she approaches every relationship and decision. She contemplates whether to tell her husband and family and considers drastic steps to protect herself from further harm. The diagnosis deepens the film’s exploration of courage under siege.

Ira's ultimatum and stance

Ira’s boyfriend presses for marriage, pushing her to choose between a conventional partnership and her demanding career. She asserts her independence and questions whether the life she has built can bend to another person’s timeline. The moment sharpens the conflict between ambition and personal life.

The cross-connection that binds them

A city-wide crisis brings the five women into a shared space, forcing their separate paths to intersect. In this moment they witness each other’s struggles, offering small acts of solidarity that hint at a larger network of support. The convergence underscores how entwined their fates truly are.

Miss Sen's truth reshapes the story

Miss Sen’s past decisions come to light in a way that reverberates through all their lives, reframing motives, sacrifices, and the costs of ambition. The revelation makes each woman re-evaluate her own choices and the price she’s paid. The moment serves as a turning point for the ensemble.