Some people say this is a film about India rising. Yet, it is not a film about the rich and the upper middle class.

This film has a happy ending but it is also about the poverty that exists in many parts of India. I am not an expert on India. This was my first visit to the country. But I know that malnutrition and poverty hurt thousands of Indian women and these factors contribute to children being born with many problems including the cleft [lip].

What else does the film convey?

The absolute dedication of people like Dr Singh. The great work volunteer organisations do is to be highlighted. Dr Singh is able to perform these surgeries at a low cost. And see the difference he makes.

Like Pinki Kumar is a different person.

She was beautiful even with her cleft lip. She had bright eyes and a radiant smile. But she was being shunned by many people. The film is also a tribute to her father.

Why is that so?

He was determined to make a difference. He did not want his daughter to go through a lifetime of ostracism and ridicule. He was not sure if the surgery would work and I think he remained skeptical till the end. But his love for his daughter was so strong that he put faith in Dr Singh.