Rasa

Varun (Rishi Bissa), an aspiring chef, secures an apprenticeship at Ananta, a restaurant headed by Chef Ananth Nair (Shishir Sharma). The kitchen operates with a small team and strict routines. As Varun learns the house methods, he observes unusual practices linked to dishes reputed to elicit specific emotional responses. His experience leads him to consider the ethical implications of affecting diners’ feelings through cuisine and the personal costs of the techniques employed. rated the film 3/5, noting “‘Rasa’ is a commendable attempt at a concept-driven feature that breaks away from the formulaic. It may not be visually dazzling or packed with stylised elements or songs, but it leans on the strength of storytelling, a haunting background score, and strong performances. Above all, it’s an acquired taste—but one worth sampling.” wrote “On the whole, Rasa is an average fare but lack of awareness and promotion will tell on its box-office performance so much that it will be remembered as a non-starter.”