Sep. 05, 2019|India|146 Min.|Not Rated
Genre: Bollywood;Comedy;Romance
Description: Chhichhore (2019) is a Hindi film that follows a group of friends from their university days into their middle-aged lives as they go their separate ways. Set from the 1990s to the present, the story revolves around Anni, a divorced man who reflects on his college experiences with his wife Maya and their group of friends, known as the “Losers”—Saxa, Mummy, Acid, Derek, and Bevda. Anni shares these memories with his son, Raghav, who struggles with failing to secure a college admission despite being an excellent student.
When Raghav attempts suicide after his academic disappointment and ends up in critical condition, Anni recounts his past experiences to inspire him. Anni calls upon his old friends to help his son understand how they transformed from perceived “losers” into successful individuals. The film explores themes of friendship, resilience, and overcoming challenges, as Anni and his friends revisit their college days and the events that shaped their lives.
In one of the flashback sequences, set in 1992, senior student Raghuvir “Raggie” Chalkar offers Anni a chance to join the prestigious H3 hostel, known for its elite status, unlike H4, where Anni resides. However, Anni decides to stay with his friends at H4, rejecting the offer. Derek, a key member of the group and a former athlete, is revealed to have faced a similar situation, emphasizing the camaraderie and loyalty among the group.
The movie highlights the journey of these friends, their struggles, and the lessons they learned along the way, ultimately inspiring Raghav to find strength and hope in his own life. The blend of nostalgia, humor, and heartfelt moments makes Chhichhore a compelling tale of personal growth and enduring friendships.
Cast director: Nitesh Tiwari
Cast actor: Sushant Singh Rajput, Shraddha Kapoor, Prateik Babbar, Varun Sharma, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Naveen Polishetty, Saharsh Kumar Shukla, Tushar Pandey, Mohammad Samad, Nalneesh Neel
Original name: छिछोरे