As sweet as raisins|Apr. 29, 2022|India|141 Min.|Not Rated
Genre: Bangla;Comedy;Romance
Description: Kishmish, meaning “Raisins,” is a 2022 Indian Bengali-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Rahool Mukherjee. The movie is a collaborative production by Dev Entertainment Ventures and M. K. Media. It features Dev and Rukmini Maitra in lead roles, with a supporting cast including Kharaj Mukherjee, Anjana Basu, June Malia, and Kamaleshwar Mukherjee.
The story revolves around Tintin, who, after failing his school exams, goes to college and meets Rohini, a top-performing classmate. As their friendship blossoms, they fall in love and decide to get married. However, they face challenges in convincing their parents to accept their relationship. The film’s music and lyrics are composed by Nilayan Chatterjee. The first song, “Tui Bolbo Na Tumi,” performed by Nikhita Gandhi and Subhadeep Pan, was released on March 30, 2022, followed by the second track, “Oboseshe,” sung by Arijit Singh, ten days later.
Critics have praised Kishmish for its charming narrative and melodious songs. Upam Buzarbaruah of The Times of India awarded it three and a half stars out of five, describing it as a delightful watch suitable for all ages. He noted that while the runtime of two and a half hours seemed slightly long, the engaging storyline and music made it enjoyable. Anandabazar Patrika highlighted the film’s nostalgic portrayal of college life, evoking a longing to revisit those days.
Dev, the film’s lead actor, shared that his father’s positive reaction was one of the best reviews he received. His father, who had never written him a letter before, expressed his admiration for the movie by writing, “Kishmish Super Duper Hit.” Ei Samay also rated the film three and a half stars, further solidifying its appeal.
Overall, Kishmish is celebrated as a heartwarming and refreshing romantic comedy that resonates with audiences of all generations.
Cast director: Rahool Mukherjee
Cast actor: Dev, Rukmini Maitra, Kamaleshwar Mukherjee, Anjana Basu, Kharaj Mukherjee, June Maliah, Lily Chakravarty, Ankush Hazra, Rituparna Sengupta, Paran Banerjee
Original name: কিশমিশ