"Kuch Sapney Apne" is a deeply moving film that explores love, identity, and acceptance, featuring powerful performances, soul-stirring music, and an honest narrative that challenges societal norms with unflinching truth. Vinta Nanda reviews it here…

"Kuch Sapney Apne," directed by Sridhar Rangayan and co-directed by Saagar Gupta, is a groundbreaking film that explores LGBTQ+ identity, family acceptance, and societal transformation. Featuring stellar performances by Satvik Bhatia, Arpit Chaudhary, Mona Ambegaonkar, and Shishir Sharma, the film resonates with emotional depth and authenticity. With Vishal Bhardwaj’s mesmerizing music and lyrics by Saagar Gupta, the soundtrack enhances the film’s heartfelt narrative. This must-watch drama challenges outdated perceptions and offers a poignant reflection on love, acceptance, and the evolving social landscape. Watch Kuch Sapney Apne to experience cinema that dares to tell the truth.

Some films leave you entertained, some leave you questioning, and then there are those rare films that leave you transformed. Kuch Sapney Apne is one such film. Directed by Sridhar Rangayan, with the support of his co-director Saagar Gupta, this poignant narrative of love, identity, and acceptance is a cinematic triumph that resonates deeply. The ensemble cast—Satvik Bhatia as Kartik, Arpit Chaudhary as Aman, Mona Ambegaonkar as Vasudha, and Shishir Sharma as the patriarch—delivers with a level of emotional honesty rarely seen in films today.

At its core, Kuch Sapney Apne tells the story of a young gay couple living in Mumbai, navigating the complex and often unforgiving paths of societal and familial acceptance. While films often manipulate pace to fit the formulaic demands of mainstream storytelling, this one allows its narrative to dictate its rhythm. The story unfolds naturally, taking its time to explore sorrow, joy, and the silent struggles of its characters, all set to the evocative backdrop of the mesmerizing score.

A Musical Embrace

Music in this film is not just an accompaniment—it is an essential narrative tool.

Vishal Bhardwaj’s composition brought to life by the soulful voice of Rekha Bhardwaj and Vishal himself, and other songs sung by Shaan, Shashwat Singh and Sushant Divgikar, create an immersive experience. Saagar Gupta’s lyrics deserve special mention; his ability to convey profound emotions with a deceptive simplicity is reminiscent of the legendary Gulzar. The music doesn’t just complement the story—it accentuates the depth of the characters’ emotional journeys.

Each actor in Kuch Sapney Apne brings a unique texture to the film. Satvik Bhatia and Arpit Chaudhary as Kartik and Aman share a chemistry that is tender yet powerful, making their quest for acceptance feel deeply personal. Mona Ambegaonkar delivers a performance that is both restrained and impactful; her portrayal of a conservative mother accepting her son’s reality, and protecting him from judgement, is heartbreakingly authentic. Shishir Sharma, as the family patriarch, embodies the generational resistance that many queer individuals face, yet his performance never feels one-dimensional

A Reality Check, Not an Escapist Fantasy

Unlike the idyllic world of Bollywood family capers—where courtesy and obedience reign supreme—Kuch Sapney Apne refuses to let its audience suspend disbelief. It presents the raw, often painful truth of identity politics in a world that still clings to outdated notions of gender and sexuality. The film does not cater to rhetoric that seeks to erase diverse identities; instead, it amplifies the voices of a younger generation unafraid to take pride in who they are.

In a time when figures like Donald Trump and Elon Musk continue to push regressive narratives about gender and identity, Kuch Sapney Apne stands as a bold declaration of truth. It is not just a film—it is a mirror reflecting the ongoing struggle for acceptance and equality. And yet, despite the resistance, the film offers hope: hope that hearts can change, that love can transcend prejudice, and that, eventually, acceptance will come.

For those who seek cinema that challenges, moves, and inspires, Kuch Sapney Apne is essential viewing. It does not ask for your suspension of disbelief but rather for your willingness to confront reality. And if Mona Ambegaonkar’s Vasudha can break through years of ingrained conservatism to embrace her son’s truth, perhaps we too can believe that change is possible.

Watch this film which is in the theatres now—not just for the story, the performances, or the music, but for the truth it dares to tell.