Dil Bechara

Dil Bechara

Year: 2020

Runtime: 101 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Mukesh Chhabra

Echo Score: 70
RomanceDramaMoving relationship storiesTouching and sentimental family storiesBollywood emotional dramas

Kizie and Manny, two teenagers facing difficult circumstances, find solace and connection as they navigate a poignant and unexpected journey. Their shared experiences lead them on a bittersweet quest, exploring the complexities of life and the importance of human connection along the way.

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1

Kizie meets Manny while battling cancer

Kizie Basu, a young woman fighting thyroid cancer, meets Manny Rajkumar Jr., who has also battled cancer. They connect as they realize they share a love for cinema and music. Manny proposes they collaborate on a film with his friend JP, setting the stage for their romance and partnership.

Early in the story Kizie's hospital
2

Manny invites Kizie to star in his film

Manny asks Kizie to be the female lead in the film project he is producing with JP. The two bond over Rajinikanth films and Kizie's love of Hindi music, deepening their creative and emotional connection. The invitation marks the beginning of their evolving relationship and collaborative effort.

Soon after their meeting Film set
3

JP loses sight after an operation

JP, Manny's friend who is dealing with glaucoma, suffers a setback when he loses sight in his second eye after an operation. The development tests the trio's resilience but they press on with the project. The event adds emotional weight to their filmmaking journey.

During early filming Hospital/clinic
4

Manny reaches out to Abhimanyu Veer

Manny tracks down the retired songwriter Abhimanyu Veer and makes contact. Kizie emails Abhimanyu, who agrees to answer all her questions if they can visit him in Paris. This creates a hopeful but uncertain goal for their quest and the film.

After JP's blindness Online/Paris
5

Family agrees to a Paris trip

Manny and Kizie's families discuss the trip and convince Kizie's parents to permit it, with Kizie's mother joining them. The plan promises both answers and a chance to advance the film. The trip becomes a central ambition for the couple.

Before the trip Kizie's home
6

Kizie's health worsens and she is hospitalized again

Before they can depart, Kizie's cancer worsens and she is hospitalized once more. The return to the hospital raises the stakes for both her and Manny. The setback forces them to reassess priorities while preserving their resolve to continue.

Before the planned trip Hospital
7

Kizie recovers but distances herself

After the setback, Kizie recovers only to feel weakened and emotionally distant from Manny. Over time they reconnect, and their commitment to the film—and to each other—deepens. The rekindled bond sustains their shared dream.

After recovery Home
8

Paris trip reveals Abhimanyu's lack of answers

The trip to Paris to meet Abhimanyu exposes that he has no conclusive answers or reasons for not finishing the song. The encounter is disappointing but underscores the urgency of completing the music without his help. The journey intensifies the couple's resolve to finish their project together.

During the trip Paris
9

Manny reveals his cancer is terminal

Manny tells Kizie that his cancer has returned and is now terminal. The news shatters their plans but galvanizes their determination to honor Manny's vision. They confront mortality while continuing to push their film toward completion.

After the Paris trip Hospital
10

Finish the film as Manny's health declines

As Manny's condition worsens, Kizie and JP commit to finishing the film and delivering a fitting ending. They work through pain and fear to honor Manny's dream. The project becomes a beacon of hope in the face of illness.

Late stage Film set
11

Mock funeral to say goodbye and reflect

Manny invites JP and Kizie to a mock funeral where they deliver the eulogies they prepared. It is a powerful moment that blends farewell with gratitude for the time they shared. The scene deepens their emotional investment in the film and each other.

Towards the end Mock funeral location
12

Manny dies and leaves a letter

Manny passes away a few days after the mock funeral, leaving a letter for Kizie explaining that he finished Abhimanyu's song and convinced him to help. The letter provides closure and a lasting testament to their bond. Kizie and JP carry his memory forward in the final act.

Days after the funeral Home/Hospital
13

JP's film premieres to a warm reception

JP's finished film premieres in an open-air theatre with a heartwarming response from friends and family, including Kizie. The screening becomes a celebration of Manny's dream realized posthumously. The crowd's warmth validates the perseverance of everyone involved.

Soon after Manny's death Open-air theatre
14

Final scene and the Seri moment

In the film's final scene, Manny breaks the fourth wall and speaks directly to Kizie, urging her to live life to the fullest. She replies 'Seri,' affirming their shared motto to stay positive. The moment crystallizes the journey and its hopeful message.

Final scene Open-air theatre / final scene
15

Tribute to Sushant Singh Rajput closes the film

The end credits include a tribute to Sushant Singh Rajput, honoring the actor and the impact of his work. The tribute offers a reflective close to the story. It grounds the fictional journey in real-world memory.

End End credits

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