Plot
2025 Indian film
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Why Watch This
Balti is a sizzling coming‑of‑age drama that blends the heat of a bustling kitchen with the simmering tensions of a small‑town family. Shane Nigam’s magnetic turn as a restless apprentice chef anchors the film’s flavorful mix of humor, heart and social commentary.
Best For
Foodies, Malayalam cinema fans, Drama lovers, Young adult, Indie film enthusiasts
The CinePearl Take
Director Unni Sivalingam serves up a visually rich portrait of Kerala’s street‑food culture while keeping the narrative tight enough to avoid excess. Shane Nigam delivers his most nuanced performance yet, capturing both the swagger and vulnerability of a chef in search of identity. The supporting cast, especially Preethi Asrani, provides grounding emotional beats, though the pacing occasionally stalls during the lengthy kitchen montages.
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Cast & Crew
- Director
- Unni Sivalingam
- Cast
- Shane Nigam, Shanthanu Bhagyaraj, Preethi Asrani, Poornima Indrajith
- Writer
- Unni Sivalingam
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- 26 Sep 2025
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