Niladri Kumar

Some love stories never die, they get recreated, re-imagined and retold on the big screen. One such epic love story is Laila Majnu, being adapted by Imtiaz Ali and Ekta Kapoor. Taking the leap out of the classic folklore - Laila Majnu, the story is written by Imtiaz Ali in a re-envisioned, contemporary style. Set in today`s day and time, Laila Majnu have real problems and hindrances relevant to the youth of today. They both fall in love in the mystical backdrop of Kashmir, against their feuding families and a passionate, unique and contemporary love story unravels thereafter.

The world is becoming smaller. Cell phones have cut down distances. Low cost airlines have got cities closer. There`s less time for breakfast. Even lesser time for dinner. And no time for lunch. The sensex is rising. Malls in every corner. Multiplexes, the only way to watch movies. The seven year itch has come down to 7 months. Or lesser. Depending on how ambitious one is. We are getting bored too soon. Too many choices. The movie hovers around these, addressing issues that happen in a metro.

ACP Jai Dixit is out to nab Aryan, who is a slippery international thief. Dixit has been warned that the thief`s next destination is Mumbai, and things could take a turn for the worse if he`s not stopped. Aryan is assisted by his friend Shonali and a petty thief, Ali, who are keen to be part of the chase. While Aryan is busy stealthily stealing masterpieces with his newly associated accomplice, Sunehri, he is in for a surprise. Will the police catch the famed robber? Is the chase as simple as it seems?