Disconnect(2022)
A Comedy-Drama film that tells us the importance of genuine bonds and relationships in the world of fake social media followers and online friends. It started off in the mid-90s era when the telephone was the only source of communication, apart from meeting people in person. The story showcases the life of Jatinder, his best friend Babban, and the love of his life Dolly and how the smartphone era changed their outlook on the world and puts their relationship to the test.
Disconnect is streaming on Hungama Play and Airtel Xstream Play.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Hungama Play, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 5 April 2022
- Director
- Abhishek Tiwari
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h
- Rating
- 5.7/10
Storyline
Jatinder grows up in the 90s with his best friend Babban and his girlfriend Dolly, connected by telephones and in-person meetings. Their close bonds are tested when smartphones and social media become central to their lives. The story explores how online connections challenge their real-world friendships and love.
“When phones connect us, can we still connect?”
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Trivia
- The film was shot in just 19 days, a tight schedule for a story spanning decades.
- Director Abhishek Tiwari also wrote the film, drawing inspiration from his own observations of changing communication.
- The movie's title 'Disconnect' was chosen to directly contrast with the film's core theme of human connection.
- It features a cameo by actor Anupam Shyam, known for his work in 'Slumdog Millionaire' and TV series 'Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya'.
- The soundtrack includes a song by singer Jubin Nautiyal, who is known for many popular romantic tracks in Bollywood.
- The production design carefully recreated the mid-90s era, including period-appropriate telephones and fashion.
- Despite its modern theme, the film had a very limited theatrical release compared to big-budget Hindi movies.