In the bustling streets of contemporary Kolkata, three lives become inextricably linked when ambition, desire, and a twisted fate entangle after a devastating terrorist attack. Jivan, a Muslim girl from the slums with dreams of rising to the middle class, carelessly writes a Facebook post that sees her embroiled in the attack and facing dire consequences. PT Sir, a gym teacher who sees an opportunity for ascent by allying with a right-wing political party, finds his growth wedded to Jivan's misfortune. Lovely, an exuberant hijra with Bollywood aspirations, has the power to exonerate Jivan — at a steep personal cost. 'A Burning' is a gripping tale of dreams and despair, a poignant exploration of the complexities of truth and the high price of aspirations in a world charged with socio-political tensions.