Uncover the story and emotions behind Dunki

• TvTalks Team
• 2024-10-14T16:12:00+05:30

Mumbai, October 2024: What does Dunki truly mean? It means an illegal trip that people take to get out of their country across borders all over the world. It’s a reflection of the unspoken dreams and measures people take in their quest for a better life. Travel Blogger, Surya Pratap found himself asking the same question and influenced by this powerful narrative, he ventured into the heart of Jalandhar, Punjab, to uncover the hidden stories behind this journey of hope and risk.

Video reveals the deeply emotional reality from the ground - families building replicas of airplanes on their rooftops as a symbol of success in emigrating abroad, people offering toy planes at a local gurudwara as their prayers for safe passage abroad. These out-of-the-world yet poignant traditions speak volumes about the lengths people go to in pursuit of greener pastures, often through dangerous means like Dunki. Through heartfelt interviews with locals and families affected by these perilous journeys, video shines a light on the aspirations and perils behind this kind of immigration.

Rajkumar Hirani directed movie Dunki, starring Shah Rukh Khan explores the same emotions and beautifully intertwines the universal longing for home. This captivating narrative delves into the struggles and aspirations of those seeking a better life, while also highlighting the importance of family and belonging.