Barfi!

Barfi! is a heartwarming tale of love, acceptance, and redemption. Set in the picturesque town of Darjeeling, the movie follows the story of Murphy Johnson, a charming young man born deaf and mute, and his adventures with his friends and family. After falling in love with Shruti, a beautiful and educated young woman, Barfi is forced to confront the challenges of his disabilities and the societal norms that threaten to keep them apart. As Barfi navigates the ups and downs of life, he takes on various odd jobs, including a memorable stint as a local bank robber. But it's not until he meets Jhilmil Chatterjee, a wealthy autistic heiress, that his life takes a dramatic turn. Barfi kidnaps Jhilmil for a ransom, but their adventure takes an unexpected twist when Jhilmil's father, Durjoy Chatterjee, reveals that he has been embezzling money from his daughter's trust fund. Despite the challenges they face, Barfi and Jhilmil form a deep bond, and their friendship becomes a source of inspiration for those around them. As the story unfolds, Barfi learns to let go of his past and embrace his true self; Shruti finds herself torn between her love for Barfi and her obligations to her husband; Ranjeet Sengupta; and Jhilmil discovers that true happiness can be found in the simple things in life.With its colorful palette, charming characters, and upbeat soundtrack, Barfi! is a delightful journey that will leave you smiling and feeling good.

You can stream Barfi! on: Netflix

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Barfi! include Love, Rosie, The Spectacular Now, The Lobster, No Reservations, New York, I Love You, Barefoot.