Overview
Two opposites collide in a comedic journey of self-discovery and romance.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Measured
- Intensity
- Mild
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- None
- witty
- candid
- compassionate
- date night
- lazy weekend
What critics said
Critics broadly praised the heartfelt, understated romantic comedy for its candid tone and especially the chemistry and performances of Irrfan Khan and Parvathy Thiruvothu.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Yogi and Jaya's relationship grows through candid conversations, awkward encounters, and low-key emotional discovery.
The couple's trip to Rishikesh transforms an online meeting into an evolving shared experience.
The plot places two contrasting adults seeking connection together through online dating and travel.
Yogi and Jaya are explicitly defined by polar opposite personalities and sensibilities.
Films like Qarib Qarib Singlle, and why
The Lunchbox
warm, mature romantic comedy centered on emotional vulnerability and companionship
Before Sunrise
witty, understated relationship comedy about unconventional adult connection
Piku
bittersweet, character-driven romance using travel to explore intimacy and loneliness
Tamasha
gentle, conversational romantic comedy with candid performances and nontraditional leads
Movie Details
- Director
- Tanuja Chandra
- Release Date
- 2017-11-10
- Runtime
- 125 min
- Rating
- 7.0 / 10 (77)
Cast
- Irrfan Khan
- Parvathy Thiruvothu
- Neha Dhupia
- Luke Kenny
- Brijendra Kala
- Isha Sharvani
- Pushtii Shakti
- Bajrangbali Singh
- Anud Singh Dhaka
- Pushtii Shakti
Where to watch in United States
- Rent
- Amazon Video
- Buy
- Amazon Video
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Qarib Qarib Singlle about?
- Two mismatched adults turn an online date and an impulsive journey into a candid, quietly comic chance at companionship.
- What is Qarib Qarib Singlle like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Qarib Qarib Singlle as measured, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Qarib Qarib Singlle violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Qarib Qarib Singlle.
- What did critics think of Qarib Qarib Singlle?
- Critics broadly praised the heartfelt, understated romantic comedy for its candid tone and especially the chemistry and performances of Irrfan Khan and Parvathy Thiruvothu.
- Which films are like Qarib Qarib Singlle?
- Films with a similar feel include The Lunchbox, Before Sunrise, Piku, and Tamasha.
- How long is Qarib Qarib Singlle?
- Qarib Qarib Singlle runs 125 minutes.
- Where can I watch Qarib Qarib Singlle?
- In United States, Qarib Qarib Singlle is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video.
