Birha : The Journey Back Home

My heart cried watching this short master piece. I live in US and my parents are in India and they are old. Though I talked to them daily but this movie shook my body watching the last scene where father was crying that made my heart out.

Its the story of so many parents living alone and waiting for years for their children to come back or atleast just visit them.

So If I felt that emotion proves how authentic and pure this movie.

About acting, I literally did not realize its Rajit sir in father role. How pure his punjabi in this movie believed me its someone local from punjab. And again in the role of son. Manav did justice.

Again thankyou so much Mr. Puneet Prakash for this emotion and love through this movie.

"Birha" is a short film that explores the theme of separation and longing. The film features a protagonist who returns to his homeland with a single desire in his heart, and the narrative revolves around the activities and performances of the characters. The film is driven by universal emotions and delivers visceral reactions. The technical aspects of the film contribute to its impact. Rajit Kapoor delivers an outstanding performance as the aging father, and Manav Vij's portrayal of the son is commendable. The film effectively conveys a haunting sense of loneliness. While it incorporates a twist in the end, which may seem like a cliche, it doesn't diminish the overall impact of the story. "Birha" stays true to its theme and finds an apt rhythm for exploring the subject, making it a compelling short film.

Birha is a great watch that will stay with you for a long time. The film looks great and had an authentic Punjabi setting. The performances are great expect Rajit Kapur's Punjabi accent. Every frame is good and captures the sense of longing and guilt and difference between a father and son. The cinematography and sound design are well-crafted. The background music uplifts the film. The dialogues are very apt. A must watch short available on JioCinema. The director has crafted this short with his whole heart and I'm looking forward for what he makes next. Overall, a great short and highly recommended if you are a fan of emotional and heart touching tales.

I came across this beautiful film ' Birha ' on Jio Cinema app and I still can't get over the fact as how beautifully and poetically the story has been communicated. It almost felt like the entire story was happening in front of my eyes. It was as real as it can get. Right from writing, direction, bgm to acting, cinematography, casting etc it excels in all departments. Special mention and thanks to Rajit Kapur sir and Manav Kaul sir who I feel are 2 of the best actors we have. Big congratulations to producers like Galib Dutta ji for showing the courage to back such stories which are high on content and emotion. It's time that we as Indian Audiences start giving respect to such cinema which is deeply rooted in each one of us.

Without giving too much about the story. I suggest that if you get a chance to watch it with your parents it'll be icing on the cake.

Coincidentally it's my parents anniversary today and I can't thank them enough for all that they have done for me.

Watch this masterpiece as soon as you can, you'll probably thank me later 🙏🙏

Deeply authentic characters and a truely innovative twist makes an otherwise traditional peemise come alive; all packed into an unbelievable 25 minute short story.

Very accurate setting where the house resembles exactly the kind of house that one would find in rural North India. The setting gives power to the plot.

Dialogues were incredibly honest and subtly talks about a lot of issues without being in your face. In today's political climate, such films should be viewed by all young Indians and parents.

No words can give justice to the praise I wish to give to the actors!

We absolutely cannot wait to see more from the writer, Hemant Singh!