Travelling often comes with long waits, quiet moments, and fleeting pockets of free time. What better way to fill them than with short films that pack emotion, storytelling, and creativity into under 30 minutes? From light-hearted comedies to thoughtful dramas, these five short films offer the perfect travel companions, easy to watch, deeply relatable, and absolutely free to stream online.
Sometimes, the funniest stories come from the most random situations. ‘Baj Gai Seeti’ follows Mahinder and Kallu, two men caught in a chaotic chase after accidentally sheltering three college students from the police. Featuring Gulshan Grover and Mayur More, this quirky short balances confusion and camaraderie with sharp humour. It’s an ideal pick for travellers who enjoy a good laugh with a touch of madness, a perfect mood-lifter between journeys.
A small argument can sometimes open the deepest emotional cracks. Directed by Sumit Suresh Kumar, ‘Friction’ explores how miscommunication and silence can redefine relationships. With moving performances by Sanjay Kapoor and Shweta Kawatra, the film captures the quiet pain of love strained by ego and misunderstanding. If you’re in the mood for something introspective while travelling solo, this one will stay with you long after the credits roll.
In an age of constant connectivity, ‘Disconnected’ reminds us how easy it is to lose touch with what truly matters. Starring Satyadeep Mishra, Gul Panag, and Mehak Thakur, the film examines a family slowly drifting apart under the weight of screens and social media. It’s a poignant reminder that the real world, the one outside our devices, still holds the warmth we crave.
Love rarely follows a straight path. Directed by Naseeruddin Shah, ‘Man Woman Man Woman’ unfolds with humour, tenderness, and poetic chaos. With Ratna Pathak Shah, Vivaan Shah, Tarun Dhanrajgir, and Saba Azad in memorable roles, it captures the unpredictable journey of love, how fate, patience, and timing often conspire to bring two hearts together. A charming watch for a flight or train ride.
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Life has a way of surprising us when we least expect it. ‘Aap Ke Aa Jane Se’ tells the story of an ordinary man whose dull routine shifts dramatically after an unexpected encounter. What begins as awkwardness turns into self-discovery, revealing the quiet power of being noticed, and of seeing oneself anew. Emotional yet uplifting, it’s a perfect ending note for any journey.
Each one of these short films captures a different slice of life, humour, heartbreak, connection, and hope, proving that sometimes, the shortest stories leave the longest impact.
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