Deepa Mehta Joins Onir To Present 'We Are Faheem & Karun', A Queer Love Story In Kashmir

Director Onir, renowned for his nuanced depiction of emotions and societal issues, is preparing to release his new film, We Are Faheem & Karun. This touching queer love story unfolds in the picturesque yet challenging setting of Gurez, Kashmir. The narrative follows Karun, a security guard from Kerala, and Faheem, a local Kashmiri college student. The film sensitively explores love, friendship, and how geopolitical conflicts affect personal lives.

The entire film is shot in the beautiful Gurez Valley in Kashmir. It features dialogues in Kashmiri and Urdu, ensuring an authentic cultural portrayal on screen. We Are Faheem & Karun is the first part of Onir's planned sequel to his acclaimed anthology I AM. Known for challenging norms in Indian cinema, Onir directs and produces this film under Anticlock Films.

Internationally acclaimed filmmaker Deepa Mehta presents We Are Faheem & Karun. Known for her groundbreaking storytelling, Mehta was deeply touched by the film's universal themes and emotional depth. She expressed her admiration: "The film, 'We Are Faheem & Karun,' is incredible. Its themes of love, friendship, and duty are profound and universal. It is essential to highlight the heartbreak and humanity in geopolitical conflicts, and this film is particularly moving. Stories like this are so important right now."

Onir shared his perspective on the film's importance: "This is not just a love story; it is a narrative about the complexities of human emotions amidst political and social turmoil. Through Karun and Faheem, I wanted to explore the courage it takes to love in a world filled with uncertainty. I am grateful to Deepa Mehta for believing in this story and helping bring it to a global audience."

We Are Faheem & Karun promises an emotionally rich experience that intertwines tender love with harsh conflict realities. The film aims to leave a lasting impact on viewers long after they have watched it.