Kuch Sapney Apne

Rarely few sequels surpass their predecessors and Kuch Sapne Apne is one of those both in narrative and performances.

Mona ji, Wow - I would rather call her Vasudha. This is one performance that deserves nomination for every award this year! Kudos to the creative team for developing Vasudha's character so beautifully. You'll have a smile and also feel strength when she appears on screen.

There are moments that well you up, and the characters appear truly inclusive. This is everyone's story actually. Satvik as Karthik shines.

Thanks for bringing it to the big screen and looking forward for more!

Kuch Sapney Apne not only includes very timely universal messages of the importance of love, family, acceptance, human rights and deals with themes of homophobia, stigma, discrimination, and misogyny in a way that is sadly relevant to too many countries and cultures around the world. Despite these very serious topics, the film manages to raise awareness and educate in a very entertaining non-preachy way and is packed with drama and plot twists and beautiful Indian songs. The acting by both veterans and first-time actors is first-rate and the scenery in Stockholm as well as in India is gorgeous. People who watched the earlier film "Evening Shadows" (about a young gay man from South India coming out to his parents) will recognize the characters and enjoy watching their growth during the past 5 years. However, if you somehow missed Evening Shadows, Kuch Sapney Apne and its plot are still easy to follow. I hope this movie is widely distributed, including in theaters internationally, as well as on streaming platforms.

In contrast to prequel Evening Shadows film was more positive and uplifting. Dramatic moments were quickly followed by jokes and comic situations.

If in Evening Shadows my favorite character was Father, in Kuch Sapney Apne it is definitely Uncle. This character is amazing mix of tragic and comic, buetifully played by an actor. This character made me laugh and cry and I think introduction of this character kicked of a real chain of events.

Beginning of film was a bit slow and boring. But on a second half people were laughing a lot - it speed up, became funny. Fling part didn't feel realistic - I think it could be shown better. But I think in general film was a success. I didn't count people but room during Premier felt as almost full. I've seen only a few empty places.

The director has effectively explored multiple facets of human relationships. Each character is connected with one another beautifully. The film flows well and is engaging. It feels as if we are not watching fiction, but peoples lives unfolding in front of us. The film is going to be loved by audiences who enjoy watching good cinema, films which have substance. All of the actors have portrayed their characters to perfection. From the charismatically gleeful mother to the close minded and misogynistic father, each role is engaging and entertaining to watch on screen. An equally great film as Evening Shadows. One of Shishir Sharmas best performances!

Kuch Sapney Apne (2024) is a breath of fresh air in the Indian film industry. Although this is a a queer centric film with a queer centric cast and crew, the core message and meaning remains about love, connection and relationships. Despite being a sequel, this film stands alone as a touching story centered around the life of Aman. The actors compelling performances will keep audiences hooked into its intricately woven story, with various plot lines blurring into each other. LGBTQ+ representation is sorely needed now more than ever and this film should be the opening discussion for closed minded people.