Kishmish isn't just for die-hard romantic movie fans. It’s for anyone who appreciates creative storytelling, strong performances, and a movie that leaves you smiling long after the credits roll. It’s a "feel-good" movie in the truest sense of the word.

Dev sheds his "action hero" skin to play a vulnerable, relatable young man. His chemistry with Rukmini Maitra is, as expected, electric and effortless.

At its core, Kishmish is the story of Tintin (played by Dev), a boy-next-door cartoonist, and Rohini (played by Rukmini), a sharp, principled girl. But it’s not just a boy-meets-girl story. The movie cleverly weaves through three different timelines, exploring how the idea of "love" has evolved from the 1980s to the present day.

The title itself— Kishmish (meaning raisin)—is a metaphor for love: something that starts as a fresh grape but becomes sweeter, more concentrated, and enduring over time. Why It Stands Out