A gritty and suspenseful narrative that’s reminiscent of the India in “City of Joy,” and the determination in “Rocky.”
Arya’s life is marred by drug addiction and desperate measures. With her boxing dreams dashed, she seeks a new beginning in Kolkata. Her quest for redemption intertwines with a retired UK boxer fleeing his own demons and a dedicated nun from the Missionaries of Charity, committed to helping the poor and brokenhearted. With their support, Arya begins to rebuild herself from the ashes of her past. Amidst Kolkata’s vibrant chaos, her journey transcends the confines of the ring as she finds herself in a larger battle against a nefarious brothel owner harming women and children she comes to know.
‘Kali on the Ropes’ is a tale of personal transformation and the relentless fight for good, celebrating human resilience and the power of forgiveness.