Love Aaj Kal (2020 film)

Love Aaj Kal (2020 film) is a Hindi-language romantic drama film directed by Imtiaz Ali. It is considered a spiritual successor to Ali's 2009 film of the same name, though it features a completely different story and characters. The film stars Kartik Aaryan and Sara Ali Khan in the lead roles, with Arushi Sharma and Randeep Hooda playing supporting roles.

The film explores the complexities of relationships in contemporary India, contrasting it with a past love story. It delves into themes of love, ambition, and the challenges faced by young people navigating relationships in the digital age. The narrative interweaves two different timelines: one depicting the present-day relationship between Veer (Kartik Aaryan) and Zoe (Sara Ali Khan), and another depicting a love story from the 1990s involving Raghu (also played by Kartik Aaryan). Randeep Hooda plays a pivotal role connecting these two stories.

The film was produced by Reliance Entertainment, Maddock Films, and Window Seat Films. It was released in India on February 14, 2020, coinciding with Valentine's Day. Despite significant pre-release buzz and anticipation surrounding the lead actors, who were rumored to be dating at the time, Love Aaj Kal (2020) received generally negative reviews from critics. Criticism was primarily directed at the film's screenplay, direction, and perceived lack of originality compared to Ali's previous work. The film underperformed at the box office.

Key personnel associated with the film include:

• Director: Imtiaz Ali
• Producers: Dinesh Vijan, Imtiaz Ali
• Screenwriter: Imtiaz Ali
• Starring: Kartik Aaryan, Sara Ali Khan, Arushi Sharma, Randeep Hooda
• Music: Pritam
• Cinematography: Anil Mehta
• Editor: Aarti Bajaj

The film's music, composed by Pritam, was relatively well-received, with several songs gaining popularity.