Kiran Dubey will soon be seen in a film titled 5th September. She fell in love with the script as soon as she heard it and revealed that it took her back to the days of Rishikesh Mukherjee films. Though her stint in the movie is not a long one, she was happy with the warmth and sincerity of the story.
Asked why she accepted the role, she said, “Mr. Kunal Malla, an actor, director, and producer based in Dehradun, is known to me, and I’ve always respected him immensely for being someone who walks the talk. This script was first narrated to me during COVID, when I was back in my hometown. I remember smiling throughout the entire narration because it felt so refreshing.”
“It reminded me of the kind of films Rishikesh Mukherjee used to make—films filled with truth, innocence, and a warm message. We rarely see stories anymore that emphasize the teacher-student bond. I was told the length of my role wasn’t very much, but I’ve always believed in the strength of the role, not the duration,” she added.
She plays the role of a school therapist in the movie and mentioned that her character reveals herself gradually throughout the film. She said, “While she appears in glimpses, she makes an impact simply by being herself. She initially comes across as a happy-go-lucky, cheerful person. But as the story progresses, we see a deeper, darker side to her life—something that I believe many women across India will resonate with.”
As for her look, Kiran revealed, “I’ve created the look in collaboration with Anuradha Malla ji, one of the producers of the film and Kunal Malla’s wife. She has truly been the backbone of the film, managing many aspects of the project throughout.”
5th September is all the more special as it is her first Indian film project, and she is happy that she got a chance to share the stage with some talented artists. She said, “Earlier, I worked on an independent film in LA titled Where Is She Now? To now share screen space with legends like Sanjay Mishra ji, Brijendra Kala ji, Deepraj Rana, who is also a dear friend, Kavin Dave, Sarika Singh, Victor Banerjee ji, and Atul Srivastava has been a humbling experience.”
“I must also mention the newcomers—Rishabh Khanna and Maleha Malla. These young actors have brought so much beauty, innocence, and joy to the screen. Their performance is refreshing and a testament to the talent this generation holds. And, of course, Kunal Malla has led the film with depth, fun, and a very grounded character. It’s been an incredible learning experience,” Kiran concluded.
