Soni is a Hindi-language drama film directed by Ivan Ayr and released in 2018. The film follows the story of Soni, a young policewoman, and her superintendent, Kalpana, as they work together to combat the rising incidence of violent crimes against women in Delhi.
Soni is portrayed as a capable and fearless officer, but is also shown to be struggling with her personal life. She is in a troubled relationship with a man and is dealing with the trauma of an incident from her past. On the other hand, Kalpana is an experienced and mature officer who is supportive of Soni and understands the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated profession.
Throughout the film, Soni and Kalpana are shown to be facing institutional apathy and sexism in their efforts to bring perpetrators to justice. They also have to deal with the pressure of meeting targets and bureaucratic hurdles, which often make it difficult for them to perform their duties effectively.
The movie takes a realistic approach towards the sensitive topic of violence against women and portrays the challenges and limitations of law enforcement in dealing with this issue. It offers a nuanced portrayal of the struggles of women in law enforcement and the complex dynamics of power and gender in society.
Soni received critical acclaim for its performances, direction, and socially relevant themes. The film was screened at various international film festivals and was nominated for several awards.