Govind Namdev is seen in the short film Fragile, which is produced by Rajniesh Duggall and Anand Pachigar under their banner Flow Like Water Films. The film aims to create awareness around Fragile X Syndrome, and Govind shared that it was Rajniesh and the cause that made him say yes to the film.
“When Rajniesh Duggall called me regarding the film and told me that he wanted to make a short film for a social cause and needed me for it, I asked him, ‘What is the social cause?’ He told me that it is about a disease called Fragile X Syndrome, which is hereditary. It is passed on from parents to children. It damages the brain, due to which the brain is unable to develop properly. Many defects are created, which prevent the child from developing completely. The child is also unable to adjust properly among people because the brain is restricted or wrapped up. Not many people are aware of this kind of disease or social issue. So, the purpose of this film is to spread more information to people about how to handle this disease and how to deal with it in a loving and controlled way,” he said.
“It is said that there is no cure for it. Rajniesh Duggall told me that he wanted to make this short film to raise awareness about all these things that people don’t know. Since I have known Rajniesh for the last twelve years, we’ve done many films together. I know he is a very nice and capable person. There is always an honesty visible on his face, which reflects his inner self. Such people can never harm anyone. In fact, they help people as much as they can, especially those in need. So, I knew that since Rajniesh is such a person, he would definitely make a sincere effort in the field of filmmaking. And since this was his first short film, there was no question or second thought in my mind. I immediately said, ‘If you are making a film for a social cause, then I am with you. You can call me anytime, and I will be there.’ Because I always feel a sense of social responsibility within myself,” he added.
Though he has been in the industry for decades now, he shared that he has not seen many characters like this before. He said, “This one is different. This is a special disease, about which we don’t know much. Most diseases don’t affect the brain with such intensity. They affect a certain area, due to which the person may look normal, but their internal mental activity leads to abnormal behavior.”
Govind is happy to be associated with the film and shared, “I feel this film makes an impact and serves the purpose for which it was made. Films like this—whether short films, medium-length films, or even full feature films—should definitely be made for social causes. These films should have a strong message that touches people, awakens their social consciousness, and helps them understand how such diseases can be handled.”
He believes that we all should contribute to improving the society we live in. “Wherever there is a need of this kind, I always come forward and make my contribution. For this, I take part in such social causes and social work by going ahead. And I do this kind of film that has a lot of impact,” he said.
“When I see this kind of suffering, this kind of disease in children, my heart fills with sadness. So such scripts, such subjects, always appeal to me. At least through such films, through such projects, I am able to contribute to my society, to building a better society,” Govind ended.
