"Revenge Wasabi": A Film by an Indian Director Entirely in Japanese

Dec 13, 2023 | News On Japan

Dec 13, 2023 (News On Japan) - The feature film directorial debut of Indian filmmaker Hemant Singh, "Wasabi Revenge," will be released sequentially across Japan starting from Feb 9 in Tokyo.

The protagonist of "Wasabi Revenge" is Kano, who has been a victim of relentless bullying since childhood due to a scar on her face. Deeply wounded, she discovers her hidden potential and decides to escape the impoverished life of her village. However, her life takes a drastic turn when her mother is involved in a catastrophic event, forcing Kano on a harsh path that forever alters her trajectory. The cast includes Jurian Koike in the role of Kano, along with Keisuke Nomura, Miho Fujiwara, Yuta Inoue, and Hono Kawabe.

In addition to the release of the poster and stills, a quote from Mahatma Gandhi, "An eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind," accompanies the poster.

Singh, who turned to acting after appearing on a reality show in India and later self-studied film production, completed this film in Japanese. Regarding the film, he commented, "The movie shows how bullying can shape thoughts and actions, potentially leading to destructive outcomes not just for the victim but also for the surrounding world. However, at the core of this film is a deep exploration of kindness, compassion, and forgiveness. The message is quite simple: we should reconsider the importance of love and gentleness."

"Wasabi Revenge" vividly portrays the raw struggle of a bullying victim and communicates the severe and realistic impact bullying can have on a person's psyche. It makes us aware that when bullying leads to trauma, seemingly unrelated remarks and actions can affect people over a long period. The film reveals how bullying can form thoughts and actions, with the potential to cause destructive outcomes for both the victim and the world around them. Yet, the film deeply explores kindness, compassion, and forgiveness. The message is simple: we should once again reflect on the importance of love and gentleness.

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