DPS Ranchi Student Shines on Netflix- Humans in the Loop
“Humans in the Loop” is a powerful film featuring Ridhima Singh of DPS Ranchi. The story follows Nehma, an Adivasi woman working as a data-labeller in an AI lab, exploring themes of technology, bias, indigenous knowledge, and the balance between tradition and modernity.
DPS Ranchi proudly announces the outstanding achievement of Ridhima Singh, a talented student of Class VIII, who has made a remarkable entry into the world of cinema by featuring in the movie “Humans in the Loop”, now streaming on Netflix.
Ridhima’s impressive performance has earned wide appreciation, reflecting her exceptional acting skills, confidence, and dedication at such a young age. Her accomplishment stands as a shining example of the school’s commitment to nurturing multifaceted talent beyond academic boundaries.
DPS Ranchi has always been dedicated to providing a holistic educational experience that inspires students to explore and excel in every domain—academics, arts, sports, and performing arts. With a supportive and inclusive environment, the school continuously motivates students to discover their passions and develop their unique potential. Ridhima’s success beautifully embodies this vision, showcasing what young learners can achieve when given the right guidance, opportunities, and encouragement.
Congratulating Ridhima on her remarkable success, Principal Dr. Jaya Chauhan said:
“We are extremely proud of Ridhima for her outstanding accomplishment. At DPS Ranchi, we strive to nurture not just academic excellence but also creativity and self-expression. Ridhima’s success on an international platform like Netflix is an inspiration for all our students to dream big and pursue their passions with dedication and confidence.”
⭐ What the Movie “Humans in the Loop” Is About
The movie follows Nehma, a woman from the Oraon (Adivasi) community in Jharkhand. After separating from her partner, she returns to her village with her two children. To support them, she starts working as a data-labeller—a job where she must tag images and videos that will be used to train Artificial Intelligence (AI).
🎬 Main Story
Nehma begins working in a tech company where she labels data that helps build AI systems.
Through her job, she realises that the AI she is training already contains biases and incorrect assumptions.
She questions whether technology truly understands local culture and indigenous knowledge.
A key conflict arises when she refuses to label certain insects as “pests” because her traditional knowledge sees them differently.
Alongside the tech storyline, the film also follows her journey as a mother—especially her relationship with her growing teenage daughter, who feels pulled toward city life.
🎥 Key Themes
✅ 1. Technology vs Human Values
The film shows that even advanced AI systems learn from humans—and therefore carry human prejudices. It highlights the importance of ethical and inclusive AI.
✅ 2. Indigenous Knowledge
It emphasises that tribal or rural knowledge systems are equally valid and often more environmentally sensitive than urban scientific labels.
✅ 3. Invisible Women’s Labour
Nehma’s work represents the thousands of unseen workers who help build modern technology but are rarely acknowledged.
✅ 4. Identity & Belonging
The story beautifully shows the tension between village life and city opportunities, tradition and modernity, and how children navigate these transitions.
🎯 Why the Film Is Powerful
It blends AI, culture, ethics, and social issues in a human story.
It raises important questions about who shapes technology and whose knowledge is valued.
It portrays the strength, resilience, and intelligence of rural communities, especially women.
It is visually rich and emotionally grounded.