Saffron Kingdom

Saffron Kingdom is a drama inspired by true events, following Masrat, a Kashmiri woman who, after her husband’s abduction, escapes to America with her son, Rizwan. Settling in Atlanta, they confront the challenges of displacement and the lingering trauma from their past. The film explores themes of identity, resilience, and the enduring impact of political turmoil on personal lives.

Cast

Diana Aras

as Masrat

Alex Cheeks

as Rizwan

Marisol Ray

as Praveen / Pophai

Mohammad Fahmy

as Jameel / Chachu

Laura Lopez

as Young Parveen / Pophai

Ahmad Ghafouri

as Young Jameel / Chachu

Anna Talakkottur

as Wafa

Ahmed Smadi

as Hameed / Abaji

Anthony S. Goolsby

as Professor Reid

Layah Shirazi

as Nora Bhat

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