Dil Bechara (2020)

Dil Bechara is a tender, bittersweet romantic drama about two young people who find love, laughter and meaning while confronting illness. Kizie, a spirited young woman who depends on an oxygen cylinder because of thyroid cancer, meets Manny at a cancer support group. Manny — charming, irreverent and full of life despite his osteosarcoma — pulls Kizie out of her routine with friendship, mischief and the hope of new adventures. Their friend JP adds warmth and comic relief as the trio makes a small film together and chases dreams that feel larger than their circumstances. Watching the film, you’ll move between honest, funny moments and deeply emotional beats: witty banter and tender firsts, creative escapades, the awkwardness and thrill of young love, and the painful reminders of mortality. The story balances humor and heartbreak, exploring how two ordinary people create an extraordinary connection while facing the fragility of life. Themes of love, courage, friendship and what it means to truly live even when time is limited run throughout. Expect an emotional rollercoaster — laugh-out-loud moments, quiet, intimate scenes, and moments that will likely bring you to tears — but ultimately a life-affirming tone. Dil Bechara offers a poignant, lyrical take on youth, illness and romance, leaving viewers reflective, moved, and grateful for the small, beautiful moments that make life worth living.

Actors: Sushant Singh Rajput, Sanjana Sanghi, Sahil Vaid

Director: Mukesh Chhabra

Runtime: 101 min

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

8.3 /10 8.3 /10