Baanam

Set in the year 1989, the narrative unfolds during a period of political unrest and local power struggles. The late 1980s backdrop shapes Bhagat's UPSC pursuit and his father's struggle with his past as a Naxalite. The era highlights the friction between old insurgent ideologies and new ambitions for reform.

Ranasthali is a small town where the story unfolds, grounding Bhagat's journey amid everyday life and looming crime. The setting shows a community under pressure from the local underworld and police activity. The town becomes a stage for a clash between a rising gangster and those sworn to uphold the law.

⚖️ Justice

Bhagat's journey centers on choosing justice over vengeance. The story pits formal institutions against street-level power, testing his resolve to join the IPS and uphold the law. Personal losses and a family legacy push him to interpret justice beyond ideology.

🗡️ Power & Crime

A local don's grip on Ranasthali reveals how crime corrupts institutions and fuels fear. The conflict explores the costs of unchecked power and the resilience required to resist it. Bhagat's pursuit of reform clashes with the gangster's routine of intimidation and control.

🕊️ Family & Legacy

Chandrasekar Panigrahi's retirement from Naxalism introduces a theme of passing the torch. The film examines how past ideologies haunt the present and whether forgiveness can bridge generations. The father's skepticism and Bhagat's vow to change the system create emotional stakes.

🎯 Ambition

Bhagat's dream of becoming an IPS officer drives the plot and defines his moral choices. The journey tests courage, responsibility, and the willingness to confront danger for a higher purpose. The film frames ambition as a path to societal change as much as personal triumph.