Ghich Pich

When I watched Udaan, I never thought any other movie could be as the same level as it . Then Ankur Singla, changes it. He mamaged to maintain a similar vibe but surprises us with every new plot .The character of 2001 Chandigarh itself makes us tike travel bacl and feel the place through the movie evwn if you never did.

I don't know why movies as good as these go with empty halls.

We in India are deprived genuine, mid-budget, personal stories which are made with a lot of heart. Udaan, Aankhon Dekhi, Monsoon Wedding are some examples. Ghich Pich joins this list - even if at the bottom, it still joins it - which is a commendable feat as debut film.

The writing feels real, everyday - this is how people talk in Chandigarh. There is no dialog-baazi but some lines touch one's heart.

The acting is what stands out - you feel for the 3 young protagonists - the lack of control over the lives that every 17 year old feels.

May a lot of people watch this film and somewhere resolve their daddy issues!

Ghich Pich is one of those films that sneaks up on you quietly and stays with you long after... It's not loud, not dramatic, but so real that it almost feels like watching your own teenage years play out on screen. The way it's set in 2001 Chandigarh just adds to the charm, the vibe, the innocence, the struggles all feel familiar and warm.

The three friends at the heart of the story (Kabir Nanda, Aryan Singh Rana, and Shhivam Kakar) are not polished in a Bollywood way and that's exactly what makes them feel genuine. Their friendship, their awkwardness, even their silences feel so true to life. I also loved how the father-son relationship was shown, not melodramatic, just tender and layered, the way it usually is in real life.

It's a simple story but that's the beauty of it. No unnecessary noise, just pure nostalgia and emotion. By the end, I wasn't just watching a film, I was remembering my own growing up years. Messy, confusing, beautiful, exactly like the title says, Ghich Pich.

Ghich Pich, through wonderful acting, direction and amazing comedic timing draws you into this ever familiar world of school, fathers and being a child. And once you're in this world, beware of the Nostalgia! It really feels like you're living a story from your childhood, a story of a person you knew or story of a person you were or story of a person you loved.

Often, filmmakers are forced to either be drastically serious or meaninglessly funny but here is where, Ghich Pich, shows that you do both well at the same time and that's the biggest compliment I can pay the movie. Fair warning thought, it had me tearing up at the end so beware!

I watched Ghich Pich at CIFF 2025, going in with no expectations, and I was completely surprised. The film feels very personal, like the filmmaker has poured their heart into it. The direction and writing are both strong, with a clear vision and thoughtful storytelling that draws you in.

One of the strongest aspects of the film is the acting. The performances are fantastic. The veteran actors are amazing and even the three protagonists are excellent. Aryan Singh Rana, who's a debutant, really impresses. His eyes say so much without needing words, and his performance is full of depth.

Even though it's a small budget film, Ghich Pich proves that good stories don't need big budgets. Films like these find their strength in the audience, and I truly hope people show up when it releases on August 8th. It deserves to be seen.