Directed by Jag Mundhra, Provoked is a powerful drama based on the true story of Kiranjit Ahluwalia (Aishwarya Rai Bachchan) whose landmark legal battle redefined British law on domestic violence.

Presented by UK Asian Film Festival, this screening is part of our year-round Filmwallahs season and will be followed by a panel discussion around the themes of the film.

Directed by Jag Mundhra, Provoked is a powerful drama based on the true story of Kiranjit Ahluwalia, portrayed by Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Trapped in an abusive marriage in London, Kiranjit’s desperate act leads to a landmark legal battle that redefined British law on domestic violence.

With strong supporting performances from Nandita Das, Miranda Richardson, and Robbie Coltrane, the film is both harrowing and inspiring — a testament to resilience, justice, and the fight for dignity.

In English and Punjabi, with English subtitles.