99 Songs(2021)
99 Songs is a 2021 Indian Hindi-language musical romance film directed by Vishwesh Krishnamoorthy. The film stars Ehan Bhat as Jai, a struggling singer-songwriter, and Edilsy Vargas as Sophie, his love interest. The supporting cast includes Tenzing Dalha as Polo, Lisa Ray as Sheela, and Manisha Koirala in a special appearance. The story follows Jai as he is challenged to compose 100 songs by Sophie's wealthy father Sanjay Singhania, played by Ranjit Barot. The film was co-written and produced by A.R. Rahman, marking his debut as a writer and producer. It received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising the music and cinematography but noting a routine screenplay. The film won one award and received five nominations. It was released on April 16, 2021, and is available for streaming on Netflix and JioCinema.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Netflix
- Theatrical Release
- 18 April 2021
- Director
- Vishwesh Krishnamoorthy
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 8m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
Jai is a passionate singer-songwriter who loves Sophie. Her powerful father gives him an impossible challenge: write 100 original songs before he can marry her. Jai accepts, but the pressure threatens to destroy his creativity and his relationship. He must find his true voice before he loses everything.
“100 songs. One love. A musical journey.”
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Trivia
- Directed by Vishwesh Krishnamoorthy.
- A.R. Rahman's music production debut.
- Features first Indian soundtrack in Dolby Atmos.
- Premiered at Busan Film Festival (October 2019).
- Music was originally scripted in 2011.
- A.R. Rahman's nephew dubbed the Tamil version.
