Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- ZEE5, YouTube, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 29 December 2023
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Rating
- 8.0/10
Storyline
Chaandi, a transgender woman, and Kaali, a widow, fall in love. They choose to be together despite society's strict rules. Their story asks if they can find acceptance and peace in a world that often rejects them.
“Two women defy society for a forbidden love.”
Film Details
8.0Rating
70Minutes
HindiLanguage
ACertificate
Release Date29 December 2023
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Moderate
Sex / Nudity
Moderate
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Where to Watch
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
loveidentitysurvivaljustice
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencearthouse
Best Withwith-partner
Violence2
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Cast & Crew
#1
J
Jameel KhanGuru Maa
→#2B
Barkha BishtRadha
→#3
#4C
Chhaya KadamAmma
→
Meera ChopraKaali
→#5
A
Abhay VermaChaandi
→#6
A
Ajay Harinath SinghCrew
→#7
S
Sandeep SinghCrew
→Trivia
- The film's title 'Safed' means 'white' in Hindi, symbolizing purity and peace in contrast to the characters' struggles.
- Director Sandeep Singh is also known for producing the 2019 film 'Saina', based on badminton champion Saina Nehwal.
- The film was shot in real locations in Uttar Pradesh to capture authentic rural settings and atmosphere.
- It features a rare mainstream Hindi cinema portrayal of a romantic relationship between a transgender woman and a widow.
- The movie's soundtrack includes a song by Indian classical vocalist Pandit Chhannulal Mishra.
- It premiered directly on an OTT platform, avoiding a theatrical release, which is common for niche social dramas in India.
- The film uses minimal makeup and natural lighting to enhance the raw, realistic feel of the story.
