Onir’s 2018 film Kuchh Bheege Alfaaz a soulful, slow-burn romantic drama that explores modern loneliness and digital connections with an old-world poetic charm
The story unfolds in the pre-dating app era of the late 2000s, where Archie hosts a late-night radio show titled "Kuchh Bheege Alfaaz." Here, listeners anonymously call in to confess their unrequited loves, failures, and deepest secrets. The film’s conflict begins when Rhea sends a text to the show, and Archie, without seeing her face, falls in love with her voice and her poetic pain.
"Kuchh Bheege Alfaaz" is a collection of poetry by renowned Indian poet and lyricist, Gulzar (Sampooran Singh Gulati). The book, published in 2018, is a compilation of his poems that reflect on various aspects of life, love, loss, and the human condition. kuchh bheege alfaaz 2018
The film explores themes of love, heartbreak, and the complexities of human relationships. Azeem Chaudhary and Bidita Bag deliver impressive performances, bringing depth and emotion to their characters.
(played by Zain Khan Durrani), an RJ known for his poetic late-night show "Kuchh Bheege Alfaaz." He lives a solitary life, haunted by his past. He crosses paths digitally with Onir’s 2018 film Kuchh Bheege Alfaaz a soulful,
The city of Kolkata serves as more than just a setting; it is an active participant in the story, depicted through its rainy lanes, cozy cafes, and iconic trams. Kuchh Bheege Alfaaz (2018) directed by Onir - Letterboxd
The RJ with a Broken Filter
Kuchh Bheege Alfaaz is not a perfect film. The pacing is uneven. Some supporting actors feel stiff. But perfection is overrated. This is a film with a pulse.