Trishna is a 2011 British-Indian drama film directed by Michael Winterbottom. It is an adaptation of the 1891 novel Tess of the d'Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy, which is set in rural England, but the film is set in contemporary Rajasthan, India. The film stars Freida Pinto as Trishna, a young, beautiful, and ambitious girl from a poor family who meets Jay Singh, the handsome and wealthy son of an entrepreneur. Jay is attracted to Trishna and soon begins to pursue her relentlessly. Trishna initially resists his advances, but she soon falls in love with him. However, their relationship is fraught with social and cultural obstacles, and Trishna must navigate these issues as she tries to balance her own ambitions with her feelings for Jay. As the story progresses, Trishna is forced to confront the harsh realities of gender inequality and class divisions in India. The film is notable for its beautifully shot scenery, vivid depiction of Indian culture, and nuanced performances by its lead actors.
