In the climax of the film, Amir (played by Khalid Abdalla) returns to Afghanistan to rescue Hassan’s son, Sohrab (played by Ahmad Khan Mahmoodzada), from the clutches of the Taliban and redeem himself for past sins.
Throughout the movie, Amir, a writer living in America, grapples with guilt and regret over betraying his childhood friend, Hassan (played by Zekeria Ebrahimi), many years earlier. Hassan, who served as Amir’s loyal servant, was raped by Assef (played by Homayoun Ershadi), a bully, while Amir stood by and did nothing to intervene.
In the final moments of the film, Amir travels back to Afghanistan after learning that Hassan has been killed by the Taliban and that his son, Sohrab, is being held captive. Amir confronts Assef, who is now a high-ranking member of the Taliban, in a tense and harrowing showdown.
Amir fights Assef to free Sohrab, sustaining serious injuries in the process. Sohrab intervenes and uses a slingshot to incapacitate Assef, allowing Amir and Sohrab to escape to safety.
The film ends with Amir and Sohrab returning to America, where Amir adopts Sohrab and begins to heal the wounds of their shared past. Through its powerful and emotionally resonant conclusion, “The Kite Runner” explores themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the enduring bonds of friendship and family.