Sandeep Sunkad’s latest offering, “Shakhahaari,” ventures into the serene yet enigmatic world of a small town, where the local hotel owner, Subbanna, finds himself at the heart of a gripping mystery. Set in the quaint town of Melige in Karnataka’s Thirthahalli Taluk, Subbanna’s hotel serves as a beloved sanctuary for the townsfolk. With its old-world charm and Subbanna’s congenial presence, it remains a constant amidst life’s uncertainties. However, when a murder suspect...