Peepli (Live)

Peepli (Live)

In the lead up to state elections in Peepli, two poor farmers, Natha and Budhia, face losing their land over an unpaid bank loan. They seek help from an apathetic local politician, who scornfully suggests they commit suicide to benefit from a government program that aids the families of deceased farmers. When a journalist overhears Budhia urge Natha to “do what needs to be done”, a media frenzy ignites around whether or not Natha will commit suicide.