Love Sex Aur Dhokha 2 Story:- The collection of three loosely connected stories explores the intricacies of relationships, self-discovery, and identity against the backdrop of the digital era. Despite its narrative flaws, LSD 2 maintains its allure through visually captivating scenes and strong performances, delving into the darker aspects of our digital existence.
Movie Ratings
| Release Date | 19 April 2024 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Genre | Comedy, Crime, Drama |
| Duration | 1h 56min |
| Cast | Nimrit Ahluwalia, Mouni Roy, Swastika Mukherjee, Uorfi Javed, Swaroopa Ghosh, Anu Malik, Paritosh Tiwari |
| Director | Dibakar Banerjee |
| Writer | Dibakar Banerjee, Shubham, Prateek Vats |
| Cinematography | Anand Bansal, Riju Das |
| Producer | Dibakar Banerjee, Ekta Kapoor, Shobha Kapoor |
| Production | Balaji Telefilms, Cult Movies |
| Certificate | A |
It’s been 14 years since Dibakar Banerjee first delved into the intricate human emotions of love, sex, and betrayal using handheld, spy, and security cameras in his gripping and edgy film, “LSD (Love, Sex Aur Dhokha)”. Starring Nushrratt Bharucha and Rajkummar Rao, the movie depicted how cameras, if misused, can wreak havoc in our lives. Fast forward to 2024, and while the themes remain largely unchanged, the threat now lurks in the digital realm.
The film explores the lives of Noor (portrayed by Paritosh Tiwari), Kullu (played by Bonita Rajpurohit), and Shubham, known as Game Paapi (played by Abhinav Singh), serving as a commentary on the increasingly digital nature of our existence. It unfolds against the backdrop of a fictional reality show, “Truth Ya Naach”, where public votes bring an estranged mother and her transwoman daughter face to face after two years. Game Paapi’s life is consumed by gaming and an influencer persona, pushing him to the brink. While these instances explicitly showcase the digitalization of our lives, the film also subtly reflects this through the stories of Kullu and Lovina (portrayed by Swastika Mukherjee), though the references may seem insufficient.
The movie’s concept strikes a chord with viewers. Banerjee’s direction, coupled with Anand Bansal and Riju Das’s cinematography, along with Naman Arora’s editing, crafts a gripping and intense world. The team adeptly captures the essence of the reality show and gaming/influencer videos, portraying a digital realm as toxic as reality itself. However, this sequel leans more towards sensationalism than stirring thoughtful discourse, albeit in an enthralling manner. The three segments feel cluttered, lacking coherence and failing to maintain a steady narrative flow, ultimately falling short in terms of storytelling. Tony Kakkar, Vayu, and Meet Bros’ music adds to the film’s allure, complementing its aesthetic and treatment.
The performances across the board are compelling, ranging from Paritosh Tiwari and Swaroopa Ghosh’s strained relationship to Bonita Rajpurohit’s portrayal of a third-gender employee at a metro station, and Swastika Mukherjee’s role as Kullu’s boss. Abhinav Singh’s acting deserves special recognition. The film also features cameos by Urfi Javed, Anu Sardar Malik, Sophie Choudhary, Mouni Roy, and Tusshar Kapoor.
Despite its narrative shortcomings, “LSD 2” remains visually captivating and well-acted, offering an exploration of the darker facets of our digital existence. While technically proficient, the film struggles to deliver a cohesive narrative as compelling as its predecessor.
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