Sandhya Gokhale bridges law, art, and activism. Her professional journey as a civil rights advocate in the USA was complemented by her enduring passions for Indian classical music and creative writing. She has authored eight acclaimed feature film scripts of varied themes and powerful women-centric narratives. Paheli (The Riddle) based on Vijaydan ji Detha’s epic story Duvidha was chosen as the Indian official entry to the Oscar Awards in 2006. Directing Bhinna Shadja (Note Extraordinaire), a documentary celebrating Padma Vibhushan Kishori Amonkar’s legacy, remains her most cherished and significant accomplishment. She and her husband Amol Palekar share a commitment to social responsibility striving for a better world through collective action.