Beyond research, ample anecdotal evidence shows that mental health is often ignored in many South Asian communities, worsening the stigma as people suffer in silence.
However, in Melbourne, efforts are being made to confront this issue. The film The Rose Garden is a key example, directly addressing mental health challenges.
Screened on Thursday at the Nova in Carlton, the film, written and directed by Los Angeles-based Nidheya Suresh, follows two estranged sisters (played by Ria Patel and Kankana Chakraborty) who are forced to confront their unresolved issues after the sudden death of their parents.
This 2022 short film aims to challenge stereotypes and broaden the portrayal of South Asians in media while bringing important conversations about mental health to the forefront.
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