Actor Shweta Tripathi`s upcoming short feature LAGHUSHANKA will premiere on SonyLIV on 16th October. The short film marks the directorial debut of Nikhil Mehrotra, who has previously written for critically-acclaimed movies such as "Dangal" and "Chhichhore". Set against the backdrop of Patna, LAGHUSANKA tells the story of Shruti, a young girl suffering from a peculiar condition. Wedding preparations are in full swing in her house when this unusual problem re-triggers just two days before her wedding. What follows next is a crazy roller coaster of events to ensure that her secret is kept safe. Using humor and a small-town setting, the short film dwells on a significant human concern at its core that`s still clouded by stereotypes. LAGHUSHANKA has been created by Studio Next. Tripathi is known for movies such as "Masaan", "Cargo" and "Raat Akeli Hai" and is currently awaiting the release of season two of her Amazon Prime Video series "Mirzapur" on 23rd October.