Movie Overview
Kabir Singh (2019) is a Hindi romantic drama film directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kiara Advani, and Nikita Dutta. The film follows the life of Kabir Singh, a brilliant but short-tempered surgeon whose world unravels after his intense relationship with his girlfriend Preeti comes to a painful end. Devastated by the breakup, Kabir plunges into a self-destructive spiral of drugs, alcohol, and rage, alienating those who care about him. The narrative traces his journey through heartbreak, obsession, and eventual redemption, offering a raw and unflinching look at toxic love and emotional turmoil.
Shahid Kapoor delivers a powerful performance as Kabir Singh, capturing the character's volatility and vulnerability. Kiara Advani shines as Preeti, the love interest whose presence transforms Kabir's life. Nikita Dutta plays a supporting role. The film, a remake of the Telugu hit Arjun Reddy, is directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who also wrote the screenplay. Vanga's direction brings intensity and emotional depth to the story, exploring themes of love, loss, and self-destruction.
Kabir Singh received mixed critical reception but was a commercial success. It holds an IMDb rating of 7.0/10 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 23%. The film won 19 awards and received 40 nominations, highlighting its impact despite controversy. The movie is rated Not Rated and has a runtime of 173 minutes. It is available to watch online on Netflix. For fans of intense romantic dramas, Kabir Singh offers a compelling and emotional viewing experience.
