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Prachi Shirodkar | |
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 Goan Director Prachi Shirodkar | |
| Born | June 18, 1998 Mumbai, India |
| Alma mater | Goa College of Architecture; Don Bosco College, Panjim |
| Occupation(s) | Filmmaker, cinematographer, narrator, artist |
| Years active | 2023–present |
| Notable work | Bhaangar: Kalakusar Karigiri |
Prachi Shirodkar (born 18 June 1998) is an Indian filmmaker, cinematographer and multidisciplinary artist based in Goa. She is best known for directing and narrating the Konkani short documentary Bhaangar: Kalakusar Karigiri (2025), which documents Goa’s traditional goldsmiths and won the Best Documentary Award at the Miseentage Indian Film Awards 2025.[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Prachi Shirodkar was born in Mumbai and raised in Goa. She studied architecture at the Goa College of Architecture and later pursued media and communication at Don Bosco College, Panjim. Her academic background in design and storytelling shaped her interest in visual arts and filmmaking.[3]
Career
[edit]Shirodkar began her creative journey working on short visual projects and experimental video art. Her multidisciplinary work combines elements of cinematography, performance, and sound design.
Filmmaking
[edit]In 2025, Shirodkar wrote, directed, shot and narrated the short Konkani documentary Bhaangar: Kalakusar Karigiri. The 15-minute film captures the craftsmanship of traditional Goan goldsmiths (“Bhaangar”) and documents the vanishing artistry passed down through generations. The documentary features artisans from Goa’s hinterland and explores the relationship between craft, culture and identity.[3][4][5]
Festival screenings and recognition
[edit]Bhaangar: Kalakusar Karigiri premiered in early 2025 and was screened at several national and international film festivals. The film received critical recognition and awards including:
- Winner — Best Documentary, Miseentage Indian Film Awards 2025.[1]
- Official Selection — Jackson Doc Fest 2025 (United States).[3]
- Nominee — NanoCon International Film Festival 2025.[4]
Local Goan media, including The Goan Everyday and ItsGoa, described the film as a "poetic tribute to Goa’s living craft traditions" and "an important preservation of oral heritage through cinema".[2][3]
Other work
[edit]In addition to filmmaking, Shirodkar has worked as a narrator, theatre performer and visual artist. She frequently collaborates with independent Goan filmmakers and creative collectives. Her visual practice often merges documentary realism with an architectural perspective, reflecting her design background.
Style and themes
[edit]Shirodkar’s filmmaking focuses on documenting traditional livelihoods, artisanal skills and ecological consciousness in Goa. Her works combine observational cinematography, oral history and ambient soundscapes to evoke the rhythm of local craftsmanship. Reviewers have noted her approach as “intimate yet analytical”, emphasizing community and sustainability.[2]
Selected filmography
[edit]- Bhaangar: Kalakusar Karigiri (2025) – director, cinematographer, narrator.[5]
Recognition and impact
[edit]Following the success of Bhaangar: Kalakusar Karigiri, Shirodkar was noted in regional media among emerging young Goan directors who contribute to cultural documentation and independent cinema. Her work has been featured in college screenings, film society events, and cultural festivals promoting local languages and crafts.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Goan Film Wins Best Documentary at Miseentage Indian Film Awards 2025". GoaNewsLink. 25 August 2025. Retrieved 6 November 2025.
- ^ a b c "Goan Documentary Wins National Award". The Goan Everyday. 26 August 2025. Retrieved 6 November 2025.
- ^ a b c d e "Don Bosco College Alumni Documentary 'Bhaangar: Kalakusar Karigiri' Selected for Jackson Doc Fest 2025". ItsGoa. 14 October 2025. Retrieved 6 November 2025.
- ^ a b "Goan Documentary "Bhaangar: Kalakusar Karigiri" Selected for Jackson Doc Fest 2025". Goa News Hub. 14 October 2025. Retrieved 6 November 2025.
- ^ a b "Bhaangar Kalakusar Karigiri (Short 2025) - IMDb". IMDb. Retrieved 6 November 2025.