Sikandar 2009

Sikandar's Background

Sikandar Raza, a 14-year-old boy, lives in the conflicted region of Jammu and Kashmir. He is coping with the immense grief of losing his parents to militants a decade ago, shaping his worldview and aspirations.

Life with Relatives

After the loss of his parents, Sikandar takes refuge with his aunt and uncle. They provide him a loving home, and his happiness is deeply tied to their well-being as he navigates his teenage years.

Passion for Football

Sikandar nurtures a deep passion for football, finding joy and solace in the sport. His dreams are entwined with his talent, providing him an escape from the harsh realities of his life.

Discovery of the Gun

While returning home from a school football match, Sikandar unexpectedly finds a gun lying abandoned on the ground. This discovery propels him into a dark journey, conflicting with his innate sense of morality.

Influence of Nasreen

After finding the gun, Sikandar encounters Nasreen, a new friend who becomes a vital influence in his life. She advises him against taking dangerous actions, positioning herself as his moral compass amidst chaos.

Moral Dilemmas

Despite Nasreen's guidance, Sikandar finds himself drawn into a murky world of violence as he struggles with the morality of his choices. His character begins to transform, reflecting the complexities faced by youths in conflict zones.

Escalating Violence

As Sikandar’s actions become bolder, he unwittingly becomes entangled in the local conflict involving militants and the army. This escalation forces him to confront the darker aspects of his personality and choices.

Revelation of Connections

Through a series of unsettling events, Sikandar begins to uncover connections between his life and the larger political landscape. These revelations bind together the separate threads of violence and struggle surrounding him.

Confronting Reality

Sikandar faces a shocking revelation that forces him to confront the grim realities of adolescence in a conflict-ridden environment. His journey to self-awareness becomes a poignant exploration of innocence lost.

Consequences of Choices

As he navigates through his choices, Sikandar becomes acutely aware of the moral dilemmas that plague his generation. The consequences of his actions start unfurling, impacting both himself and those he cares about.

The Weight of Expectations

Sikandar grapples with the expectations placed upon him by his relatives and society. His pursuit of happiness becomes complicated by the pervasive violence that surrounds him, leading to an internal conflict.

Loss of Innocence

The culmination of events results in Sikandar experiencing a significant loss of innocence. He comes to terms with the reality that the world he lives in is fraught with danger and moral ambiguity.

Searching for Peace

Amidst the turmoil, Sikandar seeks a semblance of peace within himself. He reflects on his journey, revealing a deep yearning for stability and normalcy in a life overshadowed by violence and grief.