Tripti dimri deserves to be a leading actress who's booked and busy she's just too good with her script choices and her acting

Still don't understand how the songs of this movie do not have any views. Where are those people banishing remakes and asking bollywood to create original music.

What I totally love about this film is that it does not uses exploits the actress to show sexual abuse. The scene where Qala wants a second chance to record Ghodey pe sawar, we are made aware of the disgust and helplessness Qala feels after gratifying the producer, but we are not forced to watch her get abused. A lot of movies walk us through such scenes in slow motion shots and exaggerated screams and calls for cry and we know how much the villain is enjoying it. But Anvita dutt simply just cuts the chase and lets us know that victim hated it. I loved the execution soooo much

Remember the scene when Babil Khan holds Tripti outside their house in snow and a drone shot shows the puzzle structure exactly the same from which Tripti uses the mercury.

This movie made me cry. Qala's behaviour around her mother was a flashback for me. The moment she'd go "sorry mama" was so heartbreaking. The mother was horrible, abusive. All I could think was of the pain qala felt while her mother abandoned her, the strong sense of approval from her mother was so strong. The trauma that she had manifested in her adulthood too. I don't think people even realise that how much an abusive childhood can affect someone, I wish Qala had some love. I don't agree with some comments saying Jagan stole everything, the mother was the main villain. She was the abuser, the boy sang for himself, it was everything for him. The mother was the one who abandoned her own daughter.

I just finished watching this movie. I just wish I could have watched this on the big screen. Such aesthetical brilliance deserved larger platform. Even the grey saree Qala wore (which is the color of mercury) had so much of symbolism. Truly one of the best female performances I have seen this year after Alia Bhatt's Gangubai Kathiawadi.

Can we all agree that Amit trivedi has delivered each and every time and also is so versatile

She reads Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde was such a great easter egg and the party dance shows her turning into the Black Swan! My the attention to detail is amazing.

I checked around 50 comments in the section and noticed that no one noticed the 'easter egg' in 90% of the scenes including a major one. Whenever Qala is on screen, there is always a dragonfly 🪰 or some sort of moth shown, either on her or around her. Like her saree embroidery, her earrings, the appearance of lamps, her brooch. If you notice Urmila gives Jagan a pretty looking moth made of either diamonds or something precious, which he leaves in Qala's cupboard before committing suicide, like 'you take it since you've been desperate for it'. Major one : When people mourn for Jagan, there is a fly/moth crawling on his face that in next scene Qala tries to kill out of horror. After his death she has a black moth/raven brooch on her Also both her house and studio have gargoyle stautues which depicts toxicity in her environment, especially depicted when music director gets nasty favours done on the balcony. If noticed carefully, while talking to jagan by the river behind Qala is a shadow of horse chariots carousel while talking about its her dream too to get successful and get a golden vinyl, and later after his death there is a shadow of a girl running pretty fast, as if trying to escape Apart from this, when a person tries to take jagans body off the tree, Qala has to hold the body from bottom to prevent it from falling 'plop', but rather both the body and Qala fall depicting her burying under the weight of his death. And as said initially in the film, she's the Survivor, this Survivor took all the nutrition thus killing the sibling . Similarly she did her best to survive by 'just' taking away Jagan's voice, which was his source of life. For her it was her unintentionally naive 'basic nature '. To her she was just trying to breath under toxicity. I would like to highly appreciate the mesmerisingly beautiful music score which is worth playing on a Vinyl record

The scene where Tripti Dimri says "I'm your daughter, apko pyaar hona chahiye mujhse, chahe main jaisi bhi hoon, par nahi hain." That entire sequence and she saying "Sorry Mama" right after it is one of the most heartbreaking and breakthrough scene. 💔

ANVITA DUTT IF YOU ARE READING THIS. I'm not very fond of the 'fan culture'. You are one of the very few artists that I immense respect for. You really have very eccentric vision. It engulfs and transcends the viewer into that mystical world. Very few makers accurately portray the dark realities of a woman's life with such sincere intention. Bulbul( Specially the first half) was just as magical and hard hitting. Waiting for more cinematic gems. Keep making masterpieces 😊❤️

First Monica o my darling and now Qala, released on OTT. It's sad to see good films being released on streaming platforms when they deserve a theater release. But again, I wouldn't want good films to fall victim to boycott culture, run by ppl who will ban any film for no particular reason

Finally Indian cinema has found its groove! A well acted movie, storyline tackling mental issues, self worth! Music brilliant! Quite sad how perfection destroys one’s life! Characters well developed, Qala role brilliant, talent exposed. Highly recommend like Bulbul. PS1, Kantara what a great direction cinema is heading. Foreign imitation must cease. 👌🏽

Tripti has been my favourite actress right from Laila Majnu. And I honestly became a fan of her right after I watched Bulbul. Predicted it before that she would do her best here too! Currently one of the few actors who can act and not an eye candy

Finished watching it 5 mins ago. I am bawling my eyes off. This hits too close to anyone who has ever felt like they have failed someone, or has lacked someone who truely, unconditionally loved them. Beautiful symbolism, heart aching but truely a privelege to watch.

OTT platforms giving chances to other filmmakers and experimenters is so nice to watch. They know that "If the movie is worth it,the audience will love it"

Now,this is where nepotism feels real..Tripti being such a good actress has her films releasing on OTT which is off course coz these are artsy films..But she should be getting the opportunities which sara,jhanvi,ananya nd all r getting..she would probably have to work half her age to get some credible roles in those big films..

I think expectations should be kept high from the movie specially which amit trivedi and varun grover chooses more than the actor as they always selects the best to spend their talent and time on✔️💯

This film was hauntingly perfect....I loved Tripti's work before, but with this one, I'm in awe of her. Every emotion was delivered so beautifully, she really was a star in this one.

I think the movie touches on far too many ideas that continue to shape our society. Right from a child seeking validation to just wanting to be loved the way she is, showing how our society pushes us to become successful to deserve love, to her learning from her mother about attractive opportunities the unethical/exploitative way, to mental health. The film indeed tied so many themes together without making it feel too much. A true masterpiece. I can still hear the words 'Aapko mujhe pyaar karna chahiye, main jaisi bhi hoo'.

I felt nostalgic while listening to the songs for the first time😄 How? Amit Trivedi is a legend.

Both of the Laila majnu lead pair- Avinash Tiwary and Tripti dimri not got the deserved appreciation and recognition. After release of Khakee the Bihar chapter and qala, I guess these brilliant actors get what they deserve. These two aptly tell the difference between ‘stars’ featured in koffee and real ‘actors’, who are in persuit of excellence irrespective of results.

Man I just fell in love with tripti since her debut and have been rooting for her, I don't know why but i think she will be the next alia bhatt knowing how she balances between commercial and art oriented films as by knowing that she is doing animal and a film with vicky , I wish that she gets her deserving recongition , fame and love from the audience bcoz she is EXCEPTIONAL and not to forget a true inspiration for the outsiders who want to make a name for themselves.

OMG I've been saying this since I saw her in Laila Majnu - she is literally the ONLY actress I could ever see playing Madhubala. Tripti is truly the best new gen actress of her times...up there with alia/deepika (potentially even better but hasn't had enough opportunities to prove herself). And so so uniquely beautiful! She deserves more work!

Anushka Sharma the Producer is the most underrated!!! ❤❤❤ deserves a separate video despite her having left the company.

Anushka Sharma should get appreciation which she doesn't get, unfortunately.

I finished watching it last night and I'm still not over it, that is how impactful this film is. I was thinking about it all day and constantly humming it's STUNNING songs. The film was ethereal, haunting in places and all in all, DIVINE. Amit Trivedi absolutely hit the ball out of the park and same goes for Anvita Dutt. The cast was impeccable, Tripti is truly mesmerizing and so so talented. This film will stay with me for a really long time, perhaps forever.

There is a palpable sense of happiness in Anmol's voice and so is the case with me. As someone who loves Hindi cinema, projects like this make my heart happy. And man!! The Amit-Grover duo never fail to deliver!!🔥🔥 I've fallen in love with the songs of this movie😍❤

4:51 why did my throat felt choked up and my eyes filled out with tears..??..God..this is such a toxic topic that needs to be talked about more. So glad they did a wonderful job with this movie 💖

Tripti dimri is so underrated actor,she is flawless almost in all her movies from laila majnu,bulbul and now qala ,it was really exceptional acting from not only tripti but almost from all cast ,the story , acting and music was really heart touching!!

the beautiful grasping incentive of this movie is the aesthetic pleasing vibes it reflects.From the first scene itself,it’s a sight to behold and what fantastical performances by the cast.Tripti Dimri is a beautiful painting in herself.Also,love these kind of reviews where jammy does not point out the underwhelming and overwhelming aspects of the movie but just goes on a simple flow of thoughts about the vibes the movie expresses.

I was so invested in the plot, the imagery, and the music so much that during some scenes i just couldn't keep my eyes off of the characters, the music made everything come alive and gave meaning, the ending left me frozen with tears in my eyes. This movie is an absolute masterpiece in every aspect, truly wish i couldve experienced in on the big screen, movies like these are what keep the art of cinema and music still alive. Kudos

Just finished watching the film. Have to say it’s the best performances from almost all the actors. The cinematography, the vibes was just 💯

Tripti Dimri is one of my secret favourite actors . Secret as in I no longer have any fixed favourites from the film industry but I get excited as soon as I realise it's one of her films . She chooses unique scripts and the metaphorical treatment of these films plus her acting chops is what keeps me hooked . Honestly I don't think you stepped out of your way to say she would make a fine Madhubala ❤️. No one can ever truly replace Madhubala but Tripti is perfect for a mimetic representation ✨.

Irrfan is back on screen with babil.. not me crying with joy.🥺💝

My pov for the moth metaphor is that just like a moth is attracted to a flame and ultimately destroys itself, Qala also wants her mother's attention, love and appreciation to an extent that she also destroys herself completely in order to attain that. Parental neglect and constant comparison can completely destroy a child's life. Also, since childhood she was constantly reminded of not being a son and so can't achieve what a son could for her mother. This hits home. This is true for so many women even now. My parents werr not as excited about my career as they were about my brother's career and I did try most of my life to prove that I was good enough too. Simple logic is that daughter has to live with her husband and ultimately look after home, if she is not doing good in her career then also its fine. So, she doesn't need that much parental attention or guidance for her career. In Qala's case, her mother sadly realised her mistake rather too late. This movie is heartbreaking to the core.

The cinematography & the song "shauq" itself sent me flying in another dimension.

I felt each and every moment there was a symbolism of some sort . Fighting inner demons. Don’t know if anyone noticed that when mom found her twin baby boy died at childbirth where as her daughter survived , she was projecting her scorn too while compromising with her fate. She adopted jagan but started comparing her daughter with him so much that her daughter though not acceptable took revenge on him.

Don't know how you did this Jammy, I had tears and goosebumps just listening to the review. Though the film is on my watch list, never resonated more with a review. It was raw, real, heart wrenching and beautiful at the same time, just how the movie is I am sure. Who knew a film review could make one feel all this. Keep up the great work 👍

Don't you think now OTT movies have zero to minimal marketing and hence are not reaching the required audience. Monica o my darling was seen by very few people and the same would probably happen to Qala as well. Most people don't even know a new film is out on OTT

I was amazed by bulbul's cinematography... Now this common man ❤️

That maze scene where tripti and babil were in 1st scene and at last the drop of mercury passing through the maze is just brilliant writing...!!

Thanks for reviewing this movie jammy. Really loved this movie, but no one is speaking about this movie. Need more original and unique movies like this. Best movie of bollywood this year for me❤❤

i fell in love with tripti's beauty in LAILA MAJNU and then with her acting skills in BulBul... i just knew from that moment on that tripti can never have a bad project... i am so frickin excited for her next venture on the big screen with Ranbir Kapoor in ANIMAL which will be her best one, i'm sure.

As a bharatanatyam dancer and carnatic music singer, I definitely need to watch this!! Perfection is a double edged sword indeed!!

THIS MAY BE A SPOILER COMMENT. I wonder whether there was any foul play in announcing that swastika's character had lost a boy ..I think babil's character is actually her son (they say he was an orphan and probably jealous people kept him away as he could have been the next legend like his father and grandfather)...anyway through fate they find each other and she never gets over it when she loses him a second time..they show a second where she and him have the identical hand gestures

Anvita was brave enough to personally receive the "Golden Kela" award for "Ishq wala love". Great to see that has come long way since then. I am sure, this film will earn her great accolades. And Tripti Dimri is an excellent actress. Hope to see more from her.

Tripti Dimri was absolutely brilliant in Qala as well. I wonder why she doesn't get more movies, her acting prowess deserves to be shown on the silver screen. And omg the music is the best album of the year, for me!

Swastika, Tripti, Babil whatta combination! Thanks for saving Bollywood in the end of the year! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🔥

To the team of Qala, I am stunned, awestrucked with what I just saw on Netflix. Scenes from Himachal from attic were majestic, lead characters acting, vulnerability, her conveyance of fear and the feeling of being left out makes my heart, eyes and all six senses tingled.the way women are treated when they are settling fresh footprints on their journey, their bodily sacrifices and sunch monstrous men or monsters themselves, was so heart wrenching to watch. My heart is filled with so much appreciation for the visual treat you gave us. The day it's song ghode pe sawaar( my favourite) and it's trailer launched i have been waiting for an experience to watch this, and after watching it i can't Stop thinking about it. Its pure art , it's bliss, it's such a fine filmmaking. Lots of love ❤️

I have just watched the movie and here are my interpretations:- 1. This piece seems to me like a Shakespearean tragedy especially when Tripti's character washes off the mercury from her hands like Lady Macbeth did 2. The maze gifted by Iqbal's character is a reference from the Greek mythology and it is the Labyrinrh made by Dedalus to stop the monster. But as we can see in the movie the protagonist somehow gets out of that maze (by putting the mercury in his drink) and finally the monster unleashes within her. 3. The motif of the snow and the statue like a black demon shows the emptiness in the protagonist 4. Even the house she lives in the present has been dilapidated and is juxtaposed to the condition of her mental state. 5. I personally love this scene when Iqbal's character enters the house and with the turn of the camera we can see the lighting of the lamps that shows the anger of the protagonist. Ps - this is just a person who loves literature, mythology, and such a brilliant masterpieces and I'm dying to talk about this movie to someone who could understand these things I wish I could talk to jammypants🥲🙂❤🤎

As a fan of Indian classical music and retros I was really looking forward for this movie since Netflix announced it....Each songs have a soul❤️❤️❤️

The film has left a deep impact over my mind, seriously the dark theme, no bright colours in the life of the characters and pain of Qala despite achieving heights. Everything was beautiful but heart broken, I felt really bad for Jagan, he was an orphan who just had his voice as his 'own'. Very few movies come like Qala which makes you think about it for a very long time.

Let take a moment and appreciate the fantastic music given by Amit Trivedi and excellent rendition of all the songs in the album by Sireesha Bhagavatula and Shahid Mallya ❤

Omg I’m in love with Tripti dimri!! First bulbul, then laila Majnu, then this! She has given us masterpieces after masterpieces Her script selection is awesome She deserves more attention!

This movie will stay on my mind for years. Hauntingly resonant of emotions that everyone has experienced in many parts and the ache that follows, vividly painted on the screen, makes it a masterpiece in today's Bollywood.

I just finished watching it right now and my tears aren't stopping. Tripti again made me cry after Bulbul and I'm not complaining at all

It comes as a surprise, no one noticed the resemblances from Black Swan

Qala is a visual and cinematic masterpiece with best songs,music,lyrics and Shahid mallya has been phenomenal Tripti damri is so vulnerable as Qala that no award can do justice to her perfomance

Tripti, Babil , Swastika and the entire supporting cast including Varun Grover are so real , honest and relatable in the movie....Anvita Dee keeps surprising and inspiring....And music is so good that I don't want to comment upon it....also, I think Clean slate films deserves appreciation with the kinds of scripts they choose.... despite of every other production house focusing on remakes and no-brainer movies with bad music And I loved the cameo appearance of Anushka 💕

It's a brilliant movie with amazing sound tracks but no one talked about the the song "Amma puchdi" (Himachali folk song) the movie starts and ends with this track. It's beautifully placed in the movie and the lyrics justify the moments captured. This song was also part of the album Pehchan by Silk Route sung by Mohit Chauhan renamed "Morni"

Finally a movie we all indians needed the most..a kind view point..how we all are creating villans ourselves..(saying about,the villans bollywood have shown us..from childhood..which holds jealously..and seeks love from the main actresses or actors)the toxicity our society holds..and more than that how our parents or we are having childrens..even though not ready for parenting..because of these small small mistakes how much a child might hurt..or get traumatize..nobody can understand...

Standing ovation to the team...The leading lady Tripti...Swastika did excellent job...Baabil so much looked like Irfaan KHan from some angle...I did not believe it was his first attempt as he fit the footing at par....wish him all the best to carry his dad legacy forward....music decent.and ...yes the cinematography was too good....just too good...starting from start initial frames of introduction to the end....seems like too many artistic mind worked in unison gracefully....though a gloomy depressing story but the execution is way to professional level....really we needed to see this type of movie....!!!

Tripti should get more and more opportunities. She nailed the role of qala and the last scene 😭😭😭

Tripti Dimri HAS to be the next big star in bollywood. NO one is doing it like her right now. I've never felt excited about anyone like this before. I'll watch each and every film of hers a thousand times! SHE DESERVES EVERYTHING. 😭😭😭😭

"Phero na Najariya" Damn. I discovered this song just 2 days ago. and I have listened it more than 20 times. Jamy, You did not mentioned this song once and it breaks my heart...

I have been eagerly waiting for this movie since a long time... Tripti Dimri is always a feast for eyes... Her acting talent, her aura.. i have watched Bulbul movie twice back to back. She is magic

Tripti Dimri is a piece of art. She is so expressive.

She is gem not only in acting but also choosing the correct script everytime

Tripti Dhimri is a pure art ❤️She should be celebrated by Bollywood !

I seriously feel that Tripti deserves much more success. became her big fan after Laila Majnu :)

Special mention of sireesha bhagavatula She absolutely nailed the song ghode pe sawar hai. It is melodious

Tripti is criminally underrated and that makes my blood boil shes just so freaking good, from her first film 🤍 I really hope animal and the film with vicky kaushal change things for her❤️

This is Amit Trivedi 's second best album. Bombay Velvet still remains on the top. A album which deserved attention, still hope it reaches the audience it deserves.

Too soon to say but Babil khan will eventually make irfan sir proud one day I’m so happy he wants to be a part of the story and not the star

In my opinion when movie/series is to be produced for ott platforms, pressure on the creators is quite less which allows everyone to try new things.

Tripti Dimri... again proved her talent... don't know why she is so much underrated.. Babil Khan looks promising... hope we get chance to see both in more films

There's a Bengali cinema named Hami 2, surrounding around childhood and its dynamics which released in 2022. I had watched only the trailer, but what I understood is how parents always want to make their children geniuses before anything, even if it comes at a cost of the end of childhood too much earlier. The main character has some special talent as a kid, and his parents did everything to use this as a way to make him famous and established in childhood only. But this created boundaries between the boy, his younger sister and his parents. The most heartbreaking yet impactful line was, "Don't become a wonder, otherwise you'll yourself become wondered".

@Anmol : Jammy..!! Its not Kalaa, its Qalaa from the epiglotis. Anyways Kalaa in hindi means talent and Qala in urdu means the Void or Vacuum you have in life even when you have everything as potrayed by the protagonist here !! This masterpiece truly justifies its title !

Monica oh my darling, unchai drishyam 2, bhediya , and now QaLa.. November has brought the much needed joy for the Bollywood lovers 😎😎

not only creative directors but also NETFLIX is also making praise worthy content..looks like it is trying to find new audience 👏

The ghore pe sawar was so beautifully portrayed. You could hear the growth of Qala with every take. The cinematography was breath taking and the music was soul rendering perfectly juxtaposing the dark twisted story line.

Tripti Dimri being not as mainstream as a Sara, Jhanvi or Ananya is the worst aspect of Nepotism. I don't have a problem star kids getting early success but the likes of Tripti not getting her due is totally frustrating

Agreed about "Tripti Dimri" 👍 She is one of Brilliant actor, I have come across recently! I saw the movie Bulbbul recently and was in Awe with her overall presence in that movie, as well as shocked that she had very few number of movie projects released so far ..... She certainly deserves lot more projects to come on her way, unless she decides to have few. Another thing her acting energy and her presense potentials reminds me more of my another favorite actor, "Jennifer Lawrence".

The way you narrate the whole idea behind the movie, with so much depth and conviction, that in itself is a masterpiece. Have already fallen in love with the movie I guess. Will surely watch it.

I was personally waiting for this project since the time the makers released the cast. I already downloaded as soon as it got released and now can't wait to watch this at night ❤️

everything is perfect about this movie..and all are praising...why no one is talking about Shirisha Bhagavatula...? Ghode per sawar....such sweet voice...out in Indian Idol 12 and in with Qala....i always loved here...i call her 'noise-less-voice'. Even when she sings modern way she does not add weird sensuality through voice like singers today (not gonna name names, you know whom i am talking about)

I just finished watching it. Absolutely loved it! The layers and layers of the story presented flawlessly 🥰

I was really waiting for your review on the movie. Anvita Dutt's Bulbul absolutely blew my mind away and tripti's character stayed with me for such a long time. I truly hoped this film would be as good as bulbul if not better. The teaser, the trailer and the album excited me to the core. Surely can say this might end up being a cult classic...

I am not desi but I am a huge appreciator and fan of Indian cinema. QALA is a masterpiece of cinema. Never have I watched a film be able to handle such dark and heavy themes in such a manner that it conveys itself as poetry. It took my breath away and I can honestly say it’s a piece of work that’s left an impression on me. Huge fan of every crew member and cast member on this film now.

I don't usually force my friends to watch a particular movie but with Qala , I actually was forcing everyone to watch this cause this great cinema and happens so even my friends loved it ❤️

I just finished watching the movie and I must say one of the best movie I have watched this year seriously I am speechless the music, the story,the performance of the actors each and everything is perfect in the movie and it made me emotional towards the end 🤧 qala is a masterpiece ❤

Waited so long for this movie and your review since the trailer launch! From the trailer, I was confused whether Babil's character would be a part of Qala's psyche (Dissociative Identity Disorder) or an original character, but the movie did both, which was shocking but makes so much sense in the story! Been listening to the discography for a week now and Amit Trivedi shaped the atmosphere with the music. Visuals are a totally a treat to the eyes and reminded me alot of one of my favourite KDramas, 'It's Okay to Not be Okay'. A 10/10 movie for sure.

I completed watching this film right now,and God,did I experience something totally divine.It was a treat to the soul with those wonderful songs and Tripti Dimri!why,she looked like absolutely a dream. Rubaiyyan has to be my favourite from the album♥️

Can we talk about how Anushka and Karnesh are producing bomb film one by one. I heard Anushka in one of her interviews saying that “we want to make movies that we like watching” which is very thoughtful. I think you should acknowledge the choice of projects by Clean Slate Productions. P.S I love your channel and content. Keep up your honesty.

Haunting, Disturbing, Beautiful... this is how I would describe the film, and the music 🥺❤️

This movie is brilliant. This movie fills you with so much sadness and still in awe with the amazing showcase of all the emotions so brilliantly presented. Sad yet so beautiful just like old sad songs..

Just finished watching QALA. Hands down one of the most beautiful films of b-town. Tripti Dimri-what an fabulous actress!! As always. And almost every detail of this movie is something else, be it its music .. the singers..the marvelous actors.. the screenplay.. the story flow.. the cinematography.. the colours and what not! Musical magic created by AMIT TRIVEDI and the singers is top notch. Loved almost everything about this movie.

I really loved how aesthetically and with perfection they’ve managed to pull out each and every frame.. especially that present scenes wearing saree with butterflies Print in front and from back it looks like a caterpillar design, which makes butterfly life journey complete.

Jammy, your review made me cry thinking about what the film can be, what would happen when I watch this gem!🥺😶‍🌫 Thank you so much for such an insightful review. By the way, just came having completed 'Chup', ykwim :)