Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan

"Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan" completely won my heart. Vikrant Massey was an absolute beast in this film - intense, powerful, and full of emotion. Every time he was on screen, he owned it. Shanaya Kapoor, on the other hand, was pure beauty - soft, charming, and full of grace. Together, they made a perfect pair. The story felt real, the emotions hit deep, and their chemistry was amazing. It truly felt like watching Beauty and the Beast - a mix of strength and softness, pain and love. I didn't want it to end. For me, this movie is a solid 10 out of 10!"

The film turned out to be a pleasant surprise. What I initially considered a casual time-pass viewing exceeded my expectations. With Vikrant Massey in the cast, one can usually trust the film to deliver quality, and he did not disappoint. However, the real surprise was Khushi Kapoor. At a time when many star kids are struggling to make a mark with unconvincing performances, Khushi stood out with a remarkably assured debut. She carried her role with sincerity and conviction, never once giving the impression that this was her first film. It's a one-time watch that manages to leave an impression, thanks to strong performances and moments that rise above the ordinary.

This film showed the importance of falling in love with character and personality over appearance and status. Throughout, the music was a powerful element that expressed the true emotion and reflection of the characters. At about the half way point, the store became too complex and involved too many characters which created excessive tension. Ultimately, the film as a whole was genuine story that provided deep meaning. Although there could have been further character development in the middle of the film, the conclusion appropriately tied the story together in a heart felt manner that gave a true expression of the story the director was attempting to portray.

Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan offers a visually rich experience with soulful music, but falters where it matters most - emotional depth and storytelling finesse. Despite Vikrant Massey's impressive performance and Shanaya Kapoor's promising debut, the film never quite comes together as the emotionally stirring experience it wants to be.

Unfortunately, the screenplay becomes its biggest weakness. While the first half remains decent and watchable, the second half feels confusing and needlessly stretched. The cinematography is undeniably beautiful. Dialogues are generally well-written, often poetic, and resonate in quiet, reflective scenes.

Vikrant Massey, as expected, delivers a compelling performance. He grounds the film emotionally, even when the writing doesn't give him much to work with. Shanaya Kapoor makes a fair debut and there's an innocence and sincerity in her presence that holds promise. While the role doesn't challenge her much, she manages to leave an impression. Zain Khan Durrani and Saanand Verma were decent.

Direction 2.5/5 Acting 3/5 Dialogues 3/5 Story 2/5 Screenplay 2/5.

Great story and direction. The locations were great and it improved the watching experience. But the female lead actor needed to improve on her acting. Should have picked a different female lead actor. This Indian movie industry is turning out to be a family industry as lot of nepo kids are being hired without giving any chance to outsiders.