Kabuliwala is a heartwarming tale set in the vibrant city of Kolkata in 1965. It revolves around the touching bond between Rahmat, a middle-aged Afghan man, and Mini, a young girl. This captivating story beautifully portrays the timeless theme of fatherly love, crossing borders and cultures, and touches the hearts of all who experience it.
Mithun Chakraborty expressed his thoughts on playing the role of Rahmat in Kabuliwala, saying that he expects it to be an emotionally profound journey. He believes that portraying the character’s unwavering affection and strong connection with Mini will evoke deep nostalgia and touch the hearts of audiences worldwide.
Director Suman Ghosh mentioned that their film, inspired by Tagore’s timeless creation, Kabuliwala, pays tribute to the 1957 Bengali adaptation, which deeply touched cinephiles with the remarkable performance by the esteemed actor Chhabi Biswas as the protagonist. Their cinematic effort aims to beautifully capture the essence of love and longing, as Rahmat finds comfort in the innocence of the young girl, reminding him of his own child whom he had to leave behind in his homeland.
