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Love Aaj Kal

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2009 | 128 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It drew serious awards attention, though it had a lukewarm 6.3 out of 10 from audiences and soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for romantics and anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Is This Thing On?, start here.
The mood
Funny with heart, romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 8 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.
  • It's in Hindi, so expect subtitles (or a dub).

Two lovers break up after they realize that their career goals are pulling them in different directions.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsSolid

    Generally positive reviews

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.3 out of 10

  • AwardsStrong

    Won 5 PGA Awards: Producers Guild Film Awards: Best Story, Producers Guild Film Awards: Best Actress in a Leading Role, Producers Guild Film Awards: Best Actor in a Supporting Role, Producers Guild Film Awards: Best Music Director and 1 more. Also nominated for 10 more PGA Awards. Plus 11 other awards.

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $21 million worldwide on a $13 million budget

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 234K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Imtiaz Ali

  • Saif Ali KhanJaivardhan Singh / Veer Singh Panesar
  • Deepika PadukoneMeera Pandit
  • Rishi KapoorVeer Singh Panesar (Older)
  • Rahul KhannaVikram Joshi
  • Giselli MonteiroHarleen Kaur
  • Raj ZutshiHarleen's Father
  • Neetu SinghHarleen Kaur (Older)
  • Florence Brudenell-BruceJo
  • Kavi ShastriJaat
  • Vir DasShorty