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Timepass

Name: Timepass
Director: Ravi Jadhav
Released: 2014
Duration: 143 min

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

2014

Director

Ravi Jadhav

Runtime

143 minutes

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Timepass is a culturally grounded regional drama that finds its strength in authentic Maharashtrian representation. By centering the story on the transcendence of class and caste barriers, it offers a meaningful critique of traditional Indian social stratifications through a romantic lens. However, the film lacks broader diversity. It adheres to conventional heterosexual structures and does not actively work to subvert traditional gender hierarchies or include diverse identities such as LGBTQ+ individuals or people with disabilities. Ultimately, while the film succeeds as a localized coming-of-age story, its narrow focus on traditional romantic clichés limits its overall diversity impact.

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Category Breakdown

Does Timepass have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses exclusively on a heterosexual relationship. There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-binary gender expressions.

How does Timepass portray gender?

Fair

Shravani serves as a central figure, though she shares ability to act through traditional romantic tension. The story follows established rhythms of a male-driven coming-of-age tale.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Timepass?

Fair

This Marathi-language production offers authentic regional representation. It celebrates Maharashtrian identity without pursuing multi-ethnic diversity.

How does Timepass represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot challenges class and caste barriers through its central romance. However, it remains within conventional morality, focusing on emotional triumphs rather than systemic critiques.

Does Timepass include disability representation?

Minimal

The narrative focuses strictly on the social development of able-bodied protagonists. There is no representation of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

Provides authentic and deep representation of Maharashtrian regional identity.
Challenges traditional social hierarchies by critiquing class and caste barriers through romance.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and non-binary gender expressions.
Does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Does not actively subvert traditional gender hierarchies or power dynamics.

Official Synopsis

When Cupid strikes the very first time it sees no class or caste barrier. And though the path to reunite with a loved one seems arduous and almost impossible, it's this love which makes a person do good things. Love doesn't remain a Time Pass anymore.

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