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Jab Tum Kaho(2016)

4.7/10
Hindi94 minstheatrical

'Jab Tum Kaho' is a 2016 Hindi romantic drama film directed by Vikram Shankar. The lead cast includes Parvin Dabas, Ambalika Sarkar, and Swachata Sanjiban Guha. The story follows Kumar, a man who transforms from a joyful person into a lonely, mechanical individual over a decade. He rediscovers love and himself through a deep friendship with a woman named Khushi. The film critiques societal judgment of platonic male-female relationships. It was released on February 26, 2016, and has a runtime of 94 minutes. The production company was Kalptaru Films.

Mood:
emotionalupliftingfunny
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
YouTube, Airtel Xstream Play, Ultra Play
Theatrical Release
26 February 2016
Director
Vikram Shankar
Language
Hindi
Runtime
1h 34m
Rating
4.7/10

Storyline

Kumar was once a happy, optimistic man who loved making others smile. Ten years later, he is a quiet, lonely man who lives like a machine. His life changes when he meets Khushi, a woman who becomes his close friend. But society does not believe a man and a woman can be just friends. Kumar must fight judgment and his own emptiness to find love and himself again.

When you say so, I will be there.

Film Details

4.7Rating
94Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date26 February 2016
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalupliftingfunny
Themes
loveidentityfamilyfriendship
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor3
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film was originally titled 'Jab Tum Kaho... Ek Pyaar Ka Izhaar' before being shortened for release.
  • It was shot primarily in Mumbai and Goa over a schedule of just 25 days.
  • Director Vikram Shankar also composed the film's background score, a dual role uncommon for Hindi films.
  • The movie had a very limited theatrical release, focusing more on satellite and digital rights.
  • Lead actor Aryan Vaid was known for action and thriller roles, making this romantic part a shift.
  • A subplot involves the male lead working in a call center, reflecting a common Mumbai job at the time.
  • The soundtrack includes a song, 'Tum Hi Ho', unrelated to the famous 'Aashiqui 2' track of the same name.

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