Photographs

A struggling street photographer in Mumbai, compelled by his grandmother, searches for a soulmate to get married. He uses a photograph of a beautiful young woman he encounters to find her and convince her to pose as his fiancée. As they spend time together under false pretenses, their initial transactional relationship begins to develop into something deeper.

Photographs received a generally positive reception from critics, who praised its gentle storytelling, performances, and atmospheric portrayal of Mumbai. While some found its pace slow, many appreciated its nuanced exploration of connection and loneliness in a bustling city.

• Praised for its tender and understated romance.

• Sanya Malhotra and Nawazuddin Siddiqui deliver compelling performances.

• The film beautifully captures the atmosphere of Mumbai.

• Some critics found the pacing to be too deliberate.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's sweet and unconventional love story, with many highlighting the chemistry between the lead actors and the film's unique setting. Some viewers found it to be a bit slow but ultimately rewarding.

Screened at the Tribeca Film Festival (2019) and the Toronto International Film Festival (2019).

Director Ritesh Batra was inspired to make the film after seeing his own grandmother encourage him to find a wife, leading him to explore the theme of arranged marriages and the search for connection.