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Selfie (2019) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language
2019 · 108 mins · French
Directed by
Tristan Aurouet, Vianney Lebasque
Starring
Alma Jodorowsky, Thomas de Pourquery, Elsa Zylberstein, Michaël Abiteboul, Fadily Camara, Blanche Gardin

This film explores the impact of technology on modern life, depicting individuals struggling with digital dependence and its consequences. It follows a diverse group of people—from students to professionals—as they navigate relationships, family, and work while battling the pressures of constant connectivity. The story humorously portrays the chaotic and unpredictable experiences of people overwhelmed by the digital world, pushing them to the brink.

On this page (6)
  1. 1 Where to watch
  2. 2 Events in order (12)
  3. 3 Timeline questions answered
  4. 4 Movie threads
  5. 5 Movies like Selfie
  6. 6 Every angle

Where to watch

Where to Watch Selfie (2019)

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12 events in order · contains spoilers

Selfie Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of Selfie (2019) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. Licence crisis triggers US trip delay

    Om, a Motor Vehicle Inspector in Bhopal, is pressed to accelerate the licensing process so Vijay Kumar can wrap up filming. The driving licence goes missing due to a clerical error during a building shift, threatening the clearance needed for the next phase of production. With Vijay preparing to travel to the United States for his wife's surrogate delivery, the situation becomes urgent for the crew.

    When
    Pre-production, Bhopal
    Where
    Bhopal
  2. Illicit licence arranged by Om

    To salvage the schedule, Om agrees to issue a driving licence illicitly without Vijay taking a test. He demands that Vijay be summoned to the RTO in person as proof of the arrangement. This clandestine deal sets in motion a dangerous game of power and deception.

    Where
    RTO, Bhopal
  3. Rival plots to undermine Vijay

    Suraj Diwan, Vijay's professional rival, plots to suppress his competition using occult means. He realises that an unadvertised RTO visit could reveal his own movements, so he tries to keep a low profile. The intrigue adds a menacing backdrop to Vijay's impending licence test.

    Where
    Bhopal / RTO vicinity
  4. News leak and misinformation reaches public

    As Vijay arrives at the RTO, TV crews swarm the premises. Corporator Vimla Tiwari feeds a false story to a reporter alleging that Vijay has been driving without a licence. The sensational coverage spreads fast, damaging Vijay's image.

    When
    Day of visit
    Where
    RTO premises
  5. Vijay denounces Om; public backlash

    Vijay publicly scolds Om in front of his son and superiors, furious at the leak. Om retaliates by spinning the incident to the media, accusing Vijay of arrogance and skipping proper procedures. The actor's reputation begins to fracture as cameras roll.

    Where
    RTO premises
  6. Hit-and-run attack targets Om

    Suraj's faction orchestrates a hit-and-run attack on Om's circle, and masked assailants stone Om's house. Om's son is injured in the attack, fueling his belief that Vijay's men were responsible. The line between fan devotion and violence blurs.

    Where
    Om's home and city streets
  7. Vijay cancels the US trip; crisis escalates

    Reluctantly, Vijay cancels his journey to the United States at the producer's insistence. While rushing his own son to the hospital, he phones Om in a fit of anger, further entrenching the conflict. The burgeoning feud jeopardizes the film's future and intensifies media scrutiny.

    When
    During hospital rush
    Where
    Hospital route
  8. Police inquiry and accusations

    Police begin investigating the incident, and Om and his wife Minty publicly accuse Vijay of involvement. Vijay maintains that the case is inconclusive and is not charged. The blame game widens the rift between all parties.

    Where
    Police station / Vijay's residence
  9. Satyagraha and the decision to test under Om

    Om and his family stage a Satyagraha outside Vijay's residence, drawing media and fan attention. Vijay declares that Om is a crazed stalker and presents fan messages as evidence. He agrees to attend the licence test under Om's supervision, promising a live, open process.

    When
    Satyagraha day
    Where
    Vijay's residence
  10. The learner's test and the confession

    A controlled test unfolds as Om asks difficult questions in a direct Q&A instead of a traditional exam. Vijay passes the learner's licence test but Suraj's involvement is exposed when a fellow actress records a confession. The public sees a dramatic showdown between idol and mentor.

    Where
    RTO venue
  11. Practical test day, postponement, and a life-changing vow

    On the practical assessment day, Vijay passes the H-test but Om marks petty flaws and the decision is overruled. Om postpones the road test to noon, which coincides with Naina's surgery, prompting Vijay to vow to forfeit driving and retire if the life disruption continues. Enraged fans begin to lynch Om, and Vijay intervenes to save him.

    When
    Noon (test day)
    Where
    RTO / city streets
  12. Resolution and licence delivery

    Misunderstandings are resolved when Om reveals Vijay's licence was hidden in a gift box discarded at the RTO. Vijay brings Om and his family home to reconcile and publicly acknowledges the restored licence. A final press moment confirms the licence is in hand as Vijay drives to the airport.

    When
    Two days later
    Where
    Vijay's home and airport

Last updated: October 01, 2025 at 13:04

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Timeline questions answered

Selfie Timeline Explained: Your Questions Answered

When does it happen, and why in that order? The questions people ask about the chronology of Selfie (2019): time jumps, flashbacks, cause and effect between scenes and the correct order of events, each answered with spoilers.

Q1

Why does Vijay Kumar need a driving licence so urgently?

Vijay needs the driving licence to complete clearance for the climactic shoot of his film Falak Tak, which is scheduled to take place on Indian Navy-leased land. Without the licence, the production cannot proceed, and the film is already over budget. This urgency is compounded by Vijay's plan to travel to the United States where his surrogate wife is about to deliver their baby.

  • driving licence
  • Falak Tak film
  • Vijay Kumar
  • clearance
  • Navy land
Q2

What happened to Vijay's original driving licence?

Vijay's driving licence went missing due to a clerical error during a move between RTO offices. This bureaucratic mix-up prevented him from applying for a duplicate licence through normal channels and set in motion the chain of events involving Om's illicit arrangement.

  • missing licence
  • RTO
  • clerical error
  • Vijay Kumar
Q3

Why did Om agree to issue an illicit licence to Vijay?

A politician friend of Vijay arranged for Om to issue the licence outside proper procedure. In exchange, Om demanded that Vijay appear at the RTO in person for verification, hoping this would give him credible proof of the arrangement and potentially some influence with the famous actor. However, the arrangement was meant to remain secret.

  • Om Prakash Aggarwal
  • illicit licence
  • politician
  • RTO
  • Vijay Kumar
Q4

Who spread the false news about Vijay driving without a licence?

Local corporator Vimla Tiwari fed misinformation to reporters, claiming Vijay had been driving without a licence. This false story was broadcast during the media frenzy at the RTO, causing significant damage to Vijay's public reputation.

  • Vimla Tiwari
  • false news
  • media
  • Vijay Kumar
  • licence controversy
Q5

Who was really behind the attacks on Om and his family?

The attacks were carried out by Suraj Diwan's fandom community, not Vijay's actual supporters. Suraj, Vijay's professional rival, had been plotting to undermine him and used his fans to orchestrate the hit-and-run attack and stone-throwing at Om's home, which injured Om's son.

Foreshadowing: Earlier in the film, Suraj is shown plotting against Vijay using occult methods to suppress his competition.

  • Suraj Diwan
  • attack
  • Om's family
  • fandom
  • Vijay Kumar rival
Q6

Why did Vijay cancel his US trip?

Vijay was forced to cancel his trip to the United States at the producer's insistence. The scandal surrounding the licence controversy and the media backlash made it impossible for him to leave during the crisis, especially as the film shoot was already in jeopardy due to the delayed clearance.

  • US trip
  • surrogate baby
  • Vijay Kumar
  • film production
  • Falak Tak
Q7

Why did Om fail Vijay's driving test even though he passed?

Even though Vijay passed both the learner's test and the practical H-test, Om deliberately marked petty flaws and vetoed the results. This was partly due to Om's anger over the attacks on his son and his belief that Vijay's fans were responsible. The higher-ups eventually overruled Om's decision.

Foreshadowing: Om's son had been bullied by Vijay's fans at school, fueling Om's resentment.

  • driving test
  • Om
  • Vijay Kumar
  • H-test
  • passed test
  • fairness
Q8

Where was Vijay's missing licence actually found?

The licence was found inside a gift box that Vijay had discarded at the RTO earlier. Om discovered it and revealed that the licence had never actually been lost or misplaced, it was simply hidden among the discarded gift items, which cleared up the misunderstanding between them.

  • missing licence
  • gift box
  • RTO
  • Vijay Kumar
  • found
Q9

Why did Vijay threaten to quit driving and acting?

Vijay made this drastic vow when the road test was postponed again, coinciding with his wife Naina's surgery. The continued disruptions to his personal life and family obligations, combined with the escalating conflict with Om and the fan violence, led him to declare he would forfeit driving forever and retire from both acting and driving to protect those around him.

  • Vijay Kumar
  • quit driving
  • retire
  • Naina surgery
  • vow
Q10

How did Vijay and Om reconcile their differences?

After Vijay saved Om from being lynched by his enraged fans, the tensions began to ease. Om revealed that Vijay's licence had been in the discarded gift box all along, clearing Vijay of any wrongdoing in the licence affair. Vijay then brought Om and his family to his home, where he scolded Suraj and Vimla for their manipulations and forced them to take responsibility.

  • reconciliation
  • Vijay Kumar
  • Om Prakash Aggarwal
  • Suraj Diwan
  • resolution
Q11

Why did Suraj Diwan plot against Vijay Kumar?

Suraj was Vijay's professional rival in the film industry and wanted to undermine his competition. He used both occult methods and his fandom community to sabotage Vijay, taking advantage of the licence controversy to fuel the conflict and damage Vijay's reputation further.

  • Suraj Diwan
  • rivalry
  • Vijay Kumar
  • occult
  • competition
Q12

When was Vijay finally able to attend to his wife's surgery?

Vijay was able to attend Naina's surgery only after the licence matter was fully resolved. The road test delays had coincided with the surgery date, creating the conflict that led to Vijay's public vow. Once the licence was officially granted and the reconciliation with Om took place, Vijay was free to leave for the airport and presumably to be with his wife for the medical procedure.

  • Naina
  • surgery
  • Vijay Kumar
  • licence
  • airport

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Comedies that humorously skewer our modern obsession with technology and image. If you liked the chaotic, tech-focused satire of Selfie, you'll enjoy these movies. This list features comedies that explore the funny side of digital dependence, media manipulation, and the quest for public approval, all with a steady pace and an uplifting resolution.

  • satirical
  • chaotic
  • anxious
  • mischievous
  • uplifting
  • farcical
  • Tone: light, satirical
  • Pacing: steady, escalating
Why these movies?

The story pattern: Stories typically follow ordinary people thrown into absurd, often bureaucratic, situations amplified by technology. The plot escalates through a series of misunderstandings and public exposure, forcing characters to confront the gap between their digital personas and real lives, usually leading to a humorous and positive resolution.

Why they belong together: These films are grouped by their shared focus on satirizing contemporary digital culture. They blend lighthearted comedy with medium emotional stakes, creating a relatable and humorous critique of the pressures of constant connectivity and public image.

Uplifting Dramedies with Family Themes like Selfie

Stories where personal crises are balanced with heartfelt family dynamics and humor. For viewers who enjoyed the blend of family pressure and light comedy in Selfie, this list highlights similar movies. These stories feature characters navigating personal and familial challenges with a steady, engaging pace, mixing dramatic moments with humor for an ultimately uplifting experience.

  • dramatic
  • uplifting
  • heartfelt
  • comedic
  • family-centric
  • balanced
  • Tone: light, dramatic
  • Pacing: steady, character-driven
Why these movies?

The story pattern: The narrative pattern involves a protagonist juggling a central, often external, conflict with complicated family relationships. Subplots intertwine, creating a moderate complexity where humor provides relief from dramatic tension. The journey emphasizes personal growth and reconciliation, culminating in a happy ending that feels earned.

Why they belong together: These movies share a specific tonal balance: a light overall tone underpinned by medium emotional weight from realistic family and personal pressures. The steady pacing and happy endings create a coherent viewing experience that is both engaging and reassuring.

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