Abhishek Kapoor Celebrates 12 Years of Kai Po Che!: Some Films Don’t Just Live on Screen, They Live in Your Heart

It’s been 12 years since Abhishek Kapoor brought a classic tale of friendship and hope to the screens with Kai Po Che. The film did not just etch an indelible mark and resonated with the audiences, but it also stood the test of time and also marked the debut of Sushant Singh Rajput. Even after 12 years of its release, the film is recalled for its authenticity, and impactful performances by Sushant Singh Rajput, Rajkummar Rao, and Amit Sadh. 

As the film clocks 12 years today, director Abhishek Kapoor took to his social media handle to share a heartwarming post and BTS glimpses, recalling the joys of Kai Po Che. He wrote, “Some films don’t just live on screen, they live in your heart, in your bones, in the spaces between memory & time. Kai Po Che! was one of those films. A story of friendship, dreams, & the unforgiving ways life can change in an instant.”

“I remember the dust on set, the heat of Ahmedabad, the sound of laughter between takes, & the quiet intensity when the cameras rolled. I remember the fire in the three boys; young, hungry, & raring to go. Fully prepared in their craft, ready to serve their characters. @sushantsinghrajput , @rajkummar_rao & @theamitsadh weren’t just playing best friends, they became them. I was convinced they were Ishaan, Govi, & Omi,” he added and also stated, “A film isn’t rich by its scale, but by the people who make it. And this one had some of the finest.”

While it is undeniable that Kai Po Che connected with the viewers because of its strong and novel narrative, it also resonated with the audiences because of its honest portrayal of relationships and life’s unpredictability. Kai Po Che is one of the golden feathers in Abhishek Kapoor’s cap of visionary storytelling. The acclaimed director is also celebrated for classic films like Kedarnath, Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui, Fitoor, and Rock On!! among others. Considering his flair for bringing novelty to the screens, audiences are eagerly waiting to witness his upcoming projects.