Balak Palak Info

Unable to get clear answers from their parents about what she did wrong, the children take it upon themselves to solve the mystery. Guided by their street-smart schoolmate Vishu, they are introduced to the world of "blue films" and adult magazines—referred to in local slang as "BP" (Blue Pictures). The film captures their awkward, often hilarious attempts to understand sexuality through these unreliable and sometimes frightening sources.

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Balak Palak is a mirror held up to society’s discomfort with the natural process of growing up. With a stellar young cast and a "National Award-winning" pedigree, it remains one of the finest examples of how cinema can educate while it entertains. It serves as a reminder that when parents and children bridge the gap of communication, they foster a safer environment for the next generation. 18 | February | 2013 | balak palak