Koel

The film centers on Sunder, a ten-year-old boy from a village, who is encouraged by his impoverished parents to seek work in the city. He becomes part of a dysfunctional family in Delhi, where he develops a close relationship with his employer, Mataji, and her daughter-in-law, Damini. As the only breadwinner in the family, Damini faces her own pressures, which become a source of concern for Sunder, Mataji, and Manu, her unemployed husband.

Sunder's journey is marked by his fears and aspirations, particularly his desire for security in a tumultuous environment. He confides in his friend Bubbli about the family's struggles and his worries about Damini's potential departure. The film captures the emotional complexities and the impact of socio-economic challenges on interpersonal relationships, culminating in a traumatic event that tests the family's bonds.