The trailer of the highly anticipated film ‘Mercy,’ starring Adil Hussain, was unveiled at the Bharat Pavilion during the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. Directed by Mitul Patel and produced by Everclear Films, ‘Mercy’ tells the heart-wrenching story of Shekhar, played by Raj Vasudeva, who is faced with the difficult decision of whether to end his terminally ill mother’s suffering on Christmas Eve.
The film also features Niharica Raizada, Kunal Bhan, Aparna Ghosal, and Adil Hussain, who bring depth and intensity to this poignant narrative. The trailer of ‘Mercy’ sheds light on the pressing need to address the realities faced by terminal patients and their families in India.
Producer and actor Raj Vasudeva expressed his thoughts on the film’s reception at Cannes, stating, “I understand that the subject of the film is off the beaten track, but this is something we all need to talk about. I was happy to see how the film’s trailer has been received, and this has made me very hopeful about the film’s reception across the world and particularly in India.”
‘Mercy’ is set to offer an exploration of family dynamics, moral dilemmas, and the emotional turmoil that accompanies end-of-life decisions. The Bharat Pavilion at Cannes provides a platform for the Indian film community to engage in various activities, including fostering production collaborations, knowledge sessions, distribution deals, and networking with entertainment and media players from around the world.