What Will People Say

Nisha, a 16-year-old girl in Oslo, leads a double life. She enjoys basketball and socializing with her Norwegian friends while adhering to the strict norms of her traditional Pakistani Muslim household.

One night, Nisha's father, Mirza, unexpectedly finds her in a compromising situation with her Norwegian boyfriend, Daniel. The confrontation escalates violently, prompting neighbors to call the police, who become involved in the family dispute.

After the traumatic incident, Nisha is taken to a child welfare agency where she struggles with guilt over the chaos. A counselor reassures her that she is not at fault, but the emotional toll weighs heavily on her.

Mirza, believing that his daughter has lost her virginity, offers her an ultimatum: return home if she agrees to marry Daniel. Nisha, feeling trapped, vehemently rejects his offer, highlighting the widening rift in their relationship.

Under immense pressure from family friends, Mirza forces Nisha to move to Pakistan to protect the family's honor. She is left with her aunt, who claims it is for her own good, but Nisha feels uprooted and betrayed.

Months after her relocation, Nisha learns to adapt to her new life by acquiring domestic skills and attending school. Despite these adjustments, she dreams of freedom and often reminisces about her life in Norway.

Yearning for connection, Nisha reaches out for help through social media, a decision that brings severe consequences. Her aunt discovers her online activities, leading to punishment and the confiscation of her passport.

Amidst her struggles, Nisha develops feelings for her cousin, Amir. In their secret meetings, she experiences moments of happiness despite the oppressive environment surrounding them.

During a clandestine outing, police apprehend Nisha and Amir, subjecting them to harsh treatment and extortion based on embarrassing photos they took together. This incident deepens Nisha's sense of entrapment.

Nisha's aunt concocts a story accusing her of seducing Amir, which prompts Mirza's urgent return to Pakistan. He pleads with his sister and brother-in-law to allow Nisha and Amir to marry to quiet the rumors, but they refuse.

In a climactic encounter, Mirza takes Nisha back to Norway and, in a fit of rage, threatens her life. This moment marks the complete breakdown of trust and love in their father-daughter relationship.

Upon returning to Norway, Nisha faces her mother’s cold attitude and her father's increased scrutiny. She struggles to reclaim their trust while hiding the recent trauma she experienced.

Nisha learns of her arranged marriage to a family friend's son in Canada, a situation that starkly contrasts with her own desires. Her father's enthusiasm only intensifies her feelings of betrayal and confinement.

Determined to regain control over her life, Nisha resolves to escape the looming arranged marriage. As she sneaks out of her bedroom, a poignant glance exchanged with her father reveals the emotional chasm that has developed between them.