Ajinkya Hukerikar - Sundance Collab

Ajinkya Hukerikar, an Indian filmmaker and creative technologist based in Brooklyn, New York, crafts captivating films that blend technology and humor to convey profound narratives. A graduate of New York University, Ajinkya's creations, including "Tellu" and "The Trek," have graced the screens of the International Children's Film Festival of India. At just 16, he secured his inaugural National Award, receiving special mention in the "Best Little Director" category. Assisting esteemed artists and filmmakers like Todd J. Bryant, Vidhu Vinod Chopra and M.M. Serra, Ajinkya has garnered international recognition, with features in prominent publications such as The Times of India, Hindustan Times, and CNN.

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Dulo

Creator: Ajinkya Hukerikar

Dulo

Creator: Ajinkya Hukerikar

In a dystopian world, roam a pack of thick-skinned boys who grew up to the lullabies of bombs and fireworks. Buto, a nine-year-old kid, is ostracized by the gang leader, Shicha. In his quest to seek revenge from his runty nemesis, Buto finds a toy in the ruins that resembles the terrifying missiles he sees in the sky. The early civilization used to call this toy "Dildo," yet for Buto it is nothing but a great opportunity to get back at Shicha and become the new leader of the group. Will he succeed in his mission?