In the vividly rendered streets of Jaipur during the 1950s, Lakshmi escapes from an abusive marriage to forge a new life as a highly sought-after henna artist. Navigating a delicate path between high society's opulence and the stark realities of independence, Lakshmi becomes a beloved confidante to the city's elite women. Trusted with their secrets but guarding her own, her life of carefully managed stability is thrown into disarray when her past catches up with her, bringing an unexpected companion: a young girl claiming to be her sister. The delicate balance of societal expectations and personal freedom is masterfully depicted in The Henna Artist, a tale of resilience, ambition, and the constant pursuit of autonomy.