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If there was ever a film that understood the language of longing, it's this one. Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan is a soft melody, not a loud anthem. Vikrant Massey delivers a beautifully controlled performance-he's restrained but never distant. Shanaya Kapoor's portrayal is grounded, honest, and emotionally sincere. The film never tries too hard, and that's what makes it effective. It lets the audience come closer slowly, peeling back layers of emotion with patience and care. This is slow-burn storytelling done right. It lets the audience come closer slowly, peeling back layers of emotion with patience and care. This is slow-burn storytelling done right.