What message would you like to convey through the film?

The biggest message is when we talk about being a man—who is that “real man”? I feel men have no role models to follow. One cannot make him a superstar their role model because their lives are too different. So, when one sees ordinary men doing extraordinary things to change the narrative on gender equality, I hope it inspires them and they can say: “if he can do it, I can do it too.” Moreover, change cannot be forced. Realisation should come from within and then only will they realise it. I hope the audience feels the same after watching Son Rise.