Karwaan

A whimsical road trip unfolds as two friends and a spirited teenager embark on an unexpected adventure.

Critics broadly found the film to be a warm, understated road comedy elevated by the performances of Irrfan Khan, Dulquer Salmaan, and Mithila Palkar, though some felt its tone and execution were uneven.

• Avinash, Shaukat, and Tanya travel from Bangalore to Kochi, with the journey reshaping their relationships and outlooks.
• The film pairs Shaukat's lighthearted attitude and comic situations with Avinash's reserved temperament and reflective life circumstances.
• The film is described as a slice-of-life road flick built around companionship, conversation, and understated performances.
• Two friends pick up the chirpy teenager Tanya on their journey and form an unlikely traveling trio.

• Little Miss Sunshinewarm road movie structure, understated comedy, and changing friendships during an unexpected journey
• The Darjeeling Limitedgentle travel narrative blending comedy, grief, family tensions, and personal renewal
• Zindagi Na Milegi Dobaraindian coming-of-age road comedy with eccentric companions and reflective emotional beats

Director

Akarsh Khurana

Release Date

2018-08-03

Runtime

125 min

Rating

7.1 / 10 (121)

What is Karwaan about?

A reserved young man, his carefree friend, and a spirited teenager form an unlikely traveling trio on a warm, comic journey across southern India.

What is Karwaan like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Karwaan as measured, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as easy to follow.

Is Karwaan violent?

No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Karwaan.

What did critics think of Karwaan?

Critics broadly found the film to be a warm, understated road comedy elevated by the performances of Irrfan Khan, Dulquer Salmaan, and Mithila Palkar, though some felt its tone and execution were uneven.

Which films are like Karwaan?

Films with a similar feel include Little Miss Sunshine, The Darjeeling Limited, and Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara.

How long is Karwaan?

Karwaan runs 125 minutes.

Where can I watch Karwaan?

In United States, Karwaan streams on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.