Firaaq (2009) Review

Is Firaaq worth watching?

Yes — Firaaq is worth watching, with a 86% Critic Score and 78% Audience Score on Celluloid. It earns a 76% Celluloid Score across critic reviews, audience polls, Metascore (72), Letterboxd (3.6/5), and IMDb (7.3/10).

Directed by Nandita Das, Firaaq runs 101 minutes in Hindi. On Celluloid we index it for “Firaaq review”, “is Firaaq worth watching”, and related discovery queries from India.

What is Firaaq about?

Firaaq is an Urdu word that means both separation and quest. The film is a work of fiction, based on a thousand stories. The story is set over a 24-hour period, one month after a campaign that took place in Gujarat, India, in 2002. It traces the emotional journey of ordinary people- some who were victims, some perpetrators and some who choose to watch silently.

Critics consensus: Nandita Das’s Gujarat-aftermath drama won Best Feature Film at the 7th Kara Film Festival in Karachi — a landmark cross-border jury choice in 2009. The film stars Naseeruddin Shah, Paresh Rawal, Inaamulhaq, Nassar, Shahana Goswami, and others.

Should you watch Firaaq tonight?

Yes — prioritize Firaaq tonight if you want a proven drama with lasting rewatch value. At 101 minutes, it fits a single sitting — and the five-source score breakdown on the movie page shows where critics and audiences agree.

Where can I watch Firaaq?

Streaming availability varies by region — check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and local OTT platforms, or theatrical revivals. Firaaq (2009) is indexed on CelluloidScore.com with cast, scores, and IMDb tt1263679. Explore more from India on our country hub or browse drama films.