The film is based on the life and works of the eminent writer and socio-political activist Mahasweta Devi.

[3] Mohal Basu, an enthusiastic college student, wants to pursue her PhD research on the writer and socio-political activist Mahananda Bhattacharya.

[10][11][12] Sandipta Bhanja of The Indian Express wrote "The heart of this film is the music of Bickram Ghosh.

How did the indomitable struggle of a woman, the force of her mental strength put the ruling party in confusion?

[13] Ranabir Bhattacharyya of Hindustan Times wrote "The early events of Mahananda's life are especially marked on the screen.