Kathmandu, April 2 -- You may want to hug your father after watching 'The Mehta Boys'. Fathers, often perceived as tough, formal, and emotionally reserved, shape us to face the harsh world. As children, we may not always recognise their love, but after stepping into adulthood, we learn their sacrifices. This is the essence of the film.

The story begins at a chaotic apartment in Mumbai. Things are scattered and poorly managed. The walls are old, and the paint has started to peel off. After waking up, protagonist Amay Mehta (Avinash Tiwary) stares at the ceiling. Before doing anything else, he sits to sketch (he is an architect). Our elders say engaging in something first thing in the morning and again before bed will make you perfect.

As...