Kaafir on OTT: Watch Dia Mirza and Mohit Raina's heart-wrenching series re-edited as feature film

ZEE5 has re-released the highly renowned web serial Kaafir as a feature film. The series debuted in June 2019. Bhavani Iyer wrote the heartfelt drama, starring Dia Mirza and Mohit Raina, while Sonam Nair directed it. By reducing the eight-part story to a neatly linked film, the re-edited version makes Kainaaz Akhtar's touching story more accessible to a larger audience.

Inspired by a true story across borders

Kaafir is based on the true incident of Shehnaz Parveen, a Kashmiri lady living in Pakistani-administered territory who was detained in India for eight years after inadvertently crossing the LoC. They suspected her of being a militant. Like Parveen, the film's protagonist, Kainaaz (Dia Mirza), ends up on the Indian side of the border as a result of a series of terrible events. Because she is considered a danger to the country's security, she has been in prison for seven years. Kainaaz has a daughter while she is in prison and raises her in the harsh conditions of her cell.

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An Indian journalist named Vedant Rathod (Mohit Raina) becomes enthralled by her story and her unwavering determination, which changes the course of events. His desire to see Kainaaz and her daughter returned to their homeland drives him to struggle for their liberation out of a strong sense of compassion and fairness.

Strong ensemble that elevates the story

The film's supporting cast, which includes Dara Sandhu, Umar Sharif, Abhiroy Singh, Suhail Sidhwani, Dishita Jain, Meenal Kapoor, and Faezeh Jalali, all deliver strong performances.

In light of the current political and social situation, the timeless themes of compassion, tenacity, and the struggle against injustice explored in Kaafir hold enormous relevance. Now that it has transitioned from web series to feature film, viewers looking for a compelling human drama based on reality will find it more accessible. Fans of socially conscious movies must enjoy Kaafir due to its superb performances and intriguing plot.

Where to watch

Currently, you can watch the movie online only on ZEE5 (OTTplay Premium).

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