Though the second half drags at times, the Do Aur Do Pyaar is nevertheless entertaining due to its excellent acting from the lead, humorous storyline, and striking images.
Gist of the Story
To get over their marital ennui, a couple is engaging in covert liaisons. Their chemistry reappears after a vacation out of town, and the roles are reversed. Divided between their partners and loves, would they settle their differences or go their own ways as they had covertly agreed?
| Directed by | Shirsha Guha Thakurta |
|---|---|
| Written by | Suprotim Sengupta Amrita Bagchi Eisha Chopra |
| Produced by | Sameer Nair Deepak Segal Tanuj Garg Atul Kasbekar Swati Iyer Chawla |
| Starring | Vidya Balan Pratik Gandhi Ileana D’Cruz Sendhil Ramamurthy |
| Cinematography | Kartik Vijay |
| Edited by | Bardroy Barretto |
| Production companies | Applause Entertainment Ellipsis Entertainment Production |
Detailed Plot
Following three years of dating, Kavya Ganeshan (Vidya Balan) and Anirudh Bannerjee (Pratik Gandhi) were wed for a period of twelve years. During a violent dispute, Kavya is heard screaming that her favorite food is “begun posto,” or spicy eggplant. He returns it, hurling some cutlery as a gesture of his dislike for “stainless steel bartan.” However, how did their union come to be at this point? Kavya told Anirudh that it was crucial to keep battling to maintain a relationship in a previous scene at a resto-bar. They ought to be fairly sorted out and in agreement based on that logic.
Artistes’ Performances
Two of the top actors in the nation, Vidya and Pratik, portray Kavya and Ani. Unquestionably excellent casting. The pair exhibit remarkable skill in depicting the tenderness and loneliness of a partnership, as well as equal enthusiasm in showcasing their goofy side. It is an outstanding portrayal of modern Indian female, nevertheless, given Balan’s confident performance in which her character speaks candidly about sexual pleasure and abortion. Ileana in the role of Nora is charming, righteous, and very dramatic. You will miss her a little bit more after seeing her after a lengthy absence. In the movie, she gets some of the greatest scenes. Vikram gives a quiet yet powerful performance, Sendhil.
Direction / Technical Side
Director Shirsha Guha Thakurta’s debut film Do Aur Do Pyaar, which explores the highs and lows of a covert relationship, does a good job of balancing each of these elements. Despite its societal themes, the movie never holds back when expressing how poisonous their marriage is. Either infidelity is so unrealistic that it results in unsatisfactory humor or it is so demanding that it results in endless suffering. This is the intermediate ground that Do Aur Do Pyaar seeks for. Although it’s encouraging to see the movie being accepting of wandering spouses, conservatism is always there, whether it’s in the form of an abortion-related scene or an attempt to explain the reasons behind the failing marriage.
One of the most moving scenes in the movie occurs during the intermission, and you’re left wondering how these four people’s lives will be impacted by the novel turn of events. For a time, the second half is enjoyable to watch, but then reality sets in. We frequently come across quotations stating that candid conversations are crucial to clearing up miscommunications or disputes in relationships. What many friendships and even partnerships lack is the value of good communication. The film accurately depicts the harm that may result from people choosing to remain silent rather than being open and honest about their true feelings.
But occasionally, the pacing seems erratic, almost throwing the movie off course. This usually occurs when it seems like the movie is attempting to wrap up loose ends before moving on to the important issues. Certain overused sentences feel awkward, especially when they stick out from the rest of the movie like a sore thumb. Additionally, there are moments when the editing seems hurried and doesn’t give the viewer enough time to process certain situations.
Verdict;
Do Aur Do Pyaar is a film by Shirsha Guha Thakurta that explores covert relationships, infidelity, and the importance of open communication. Despite its erratic pacing and overused sentences, it effectively highlights the complexities of relationships and the dangers of silence.