You Will Die at Twenty

In this poignant coming-of-age story, we follow Muzamil from infancy to the brink of his predicted fate. Born in a rural village where superstitions run deep, Muzamil's life is irrevocably altered when the local holy man prophesies his early death at age 20. Struggling to reconcile this ominous prediction with hope for their son's future, Muzamil's father abandons the family, leaving Sakina to raise him as a single mother. As she nurtures her child in an environment of love and protection, Muzamil approaches his 19th birthday, leaving him one year away from the foretold destiny that has cast a shadow over their lives. The film explores themes of fate, resilience, and family bonds as it delves into the emotional journey of a mother and son grappling with the weight of an ancient curse and the desire to defy it.