Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway 2023

"Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway" is a powerful legal drama inspired by true events, depicting a mother's relentless fight against a foreign government to regain custody of her children.

The film follows Debika Chatterjee, an Indian immigrant living in Norway with her husband Aniruddha and their two young children. Their seemingly peaceful life takes a harrowing turn when Norwegian Child Welfare Services deem Debika's traditional Indian parenting practices inappropriate by Norwegian standards. In a sudden and shocking move, the authorities remove her children from her care, placing them in foster homes.

Debika, devastated and determined, embarks on an emotional and arduous journey to reclaim her children. Facing an unfamiliar legal system, cultural prejudices, and the immense power of the state, she finds herself isolated and battling insurmountable odds. Her husband, Aniruddha, initially passive and resigned, is reluctant to challenge the authorities, adding to Debika's struggle.

As the case garners media attention, Debika becomes a symbol of parental rights, rallying support from the Indian community and beyond. With the help of a compassionate lawyer, Daniel Singh, she challenges the legal system, highlighting the cultural differences that have been misconstrued as neglect.

• IMDB Rating - 7.3/10
• Director - Ashima Chibber
• Writers - Ashima Chibber, Rahul Handa, Sameer Satija
• Stars - Rani Mukerji, Jim Sarbh, Bodhisattva Mazumdar