Love Guru

As a business owner and a lifelong admirer of cinema, I see films as more than just stories - they're a sacred art form. I respect cinema the way one respects their faith. It's where I find peace, escape, and inspiration. In the past year alone, I've watched over 200 films across cinemas and OTT platforms - Bollywood, Hollywood, Punjabi, and of course, Pakistani films. Whenever a director from my country - like Nadeem Baig or Nabeel Qureshi - brings a new film to the screen, I feel it's my responsibility to support it, both emotionally and financially.

That's why I went in with high hopes for Love Guru. The names involved gave every reason to expect something special: Directed by Nadeem Baig, produced by Humayun Saeed and team, starring Humayun Saeed and Mahira Khan - it had the ingredients for a blockbuster.

Sadly, the film failed to live up to that potential.

Let's give credit where it's due:

The actors did their jobs sincerely.

Cinematographer Suleman Razzaq delivered stunning visuals.

Direction was serviceable - but even a good director can't save a weak script.

The real issue lies in the writing.

Vasay Chaudhry's screenplay lacked depth, and the dialogues were forgettable. The core idea of the film was strong, but the execution failed to turn it into something memorable.

Another major disappointment was the music.

With such a massive budget, we expected originality - not recycled tracks. The remake of the iconic song "Aa" felt like a lazy choice. It lacked soul, and honestly, it felt disrespectful to the audience. If you have a big budget, why not give us something fresh?

My final thoughts: Love Guru is a missed opportunity. It had everything - budget, talent, visuals - but lacked the most important element: a strong, original heart.

👉 This is my honest review, and I do not recommend this film.

🎬 Rating: 4 out of 10

I will continue supporting Pakistani cinema with all my heart - but we must start respecting the audience's time, taste, and expectations.

Watched the first show. It was house full.

ARY films always produces good films.

The movie had somewhat similarity to a Rabbit Singh movie ' Ladies Vs Rickey Bhel'. But yet it was different with Pakistani vibes in it.

The location for the film were stunningly beautiful.

The dialogues were well chosen. Plot was good. The story was continuous and in rhythm.

The cast was Good Mahira was the excellent choice. But the Hero could have been better. Other than Hamayoun Saeed. Fahad Mustafa could have been the better choice.

It was good family entertainment at all. This movie is a good effort to revive our cinemas.

My Rating: 7/10.

Ever since the trailer of Lo Guru was released, we had been reading harsh comments about it. So yesterday, we went to the cinema fully prepared for a disaster. But I wanted to see the truth for myself-if the film was bad, then just how bad was it?

After watching the entire movie, I can say with full responsibility that it was a good film. We were not bored for a moment, and we never felt like our ticket money was wasted. Below, I'm sharing both the positive and negative aspects of the film:

---

Positives:

Direction and Cinematography: The direction was outstanding. The camera work was excellent. The visuals were filmed beautifully. Many Pakistani films are shot like dramas, so they don't feel like "films" on the big screen. But Lo Guru was filmed exactly how a cinematic story should be filmed. Whether it was London or Pakistan-every frame was beautiful. Brilliant.

Chemistry and Acting: The chemistry between Mahira Khan and Humayun Saeed carried the whole film. Both gave excellent performances. Mahira looked stunning, and Humayun appeared as a strong hero throughout. While watching different scenes, we kept thinking, "How could they have looked more beautiful than this?"

Mahira is 40 and Humayun is 53 years old. But trust me, their age had zero negative effect on the film's quality. All those people criticizing them for their age are just age-phobic and insecure. Mahira's fitness at 40 is better than that of most 25-year-old girls in our country. Her figure, her flat tummy-was impressive. It's not common for women at 40 to maintain such fitness. She must work extremely hard for it.

So yes, Mahira looked just as glamorous as any Bollywood heroine in this film.

And Humayun played his role perfectly-no 25- or 30-year-old actor could have done justice to his character the way he did.

The Age Joke: Due to public pressure, Humayun's character jokingly says two or three times, "We aren't young boys anymore." Personally, I think he shouldn't have said that at all. It weakened the film. Movies are supposed to break taboos, not reinforce them under pressure from ageist critics.

I'm shocked at the jealousy of some of these so-called "reviewers." One even called Humayun "horse-faced." Even our educated crowd doesn't hesitate to body shame. But Humayun looked quite handsome in this film.

Character Portrayal: I had read comments mocking them as "uncle-aunty doing teen things," and I expected them to be acting silly-dancing on buses or playing childish games. But surprisingly, there was nothing cringey. Both actors were completely in sync with their characters.

Supporting Actress: Ramsha Khan looked incredibly beautiful and acted well. Although she is much younger than Mahira, she couldn't overshadow her. To be a film heroine, you need a special aura-and Mahira has that. If you can't see it, you're blinded by jealousy.

Wardrobe: Thank God real money was spent on wardrobe. It felt like a professional designer had curated the costumes. Every outfit worn by the leads was beautiful and fitting. Even the supporting actors were well-dressed. Unlike past Pakistani films that wore Indian or European styles without considering body shapes, Lo Guru paid attention to tailoring, styling, and overall fashion sense.

As a fashion designer, I enjoyed watching the clothes-even if the styles weren't entirely unique, the quality and fit were on point.

---

Negatives:

Script: The film had everything... except a script. The story was extremely clichéd and uninspired.

The script was so weak it barely held the movie together. Our directors often believe that even a poor script can be saved with strong direction and casting. And to be fair, Nadeem Baig did inject life into the film with his direction and cast.

But here's the thing: a powerful script doesn't just bring life to a film-it makes it unforgettable. Such films are remembered for decades. Great visuals and acting can keep the audience entertained, but they can't create lasting emotional impact without a strong story.

I still remember Kamli by Sarmad Khoosat, even years after watching it-because it had a solid script.

My humble request to directors: Please stop writing scripts yourself or hiring amateurs. Mixing bits of four or five stories doesn't make you a writer. If you keep using patchwork scripts, the outcome will always be half-baked.

Casting: Besides the lead pair, Marina Khan and her two colleagues acted well. Ramsha was also good.

But I was disappointed with how other supporting roles were cast-especially Javed Sheikh and Usman Peerzada, who played Pashtun fathers. They did a terrible job. Nadeem Baig should have cast actual Pashtun actors. For instance, Adnan Tipu's Pashto accent in Suno Chanda was way more authentic. Instead, they went with big names-and gave us zero acting.

Ahmed Ali Butt's character was also poorly written or directed. He's a good actor, but he couldn't bring his character to life. If the antagonist opposite the hero had been stronger, the film would have been even better.

Music: The Pashto cultural song in the film was amazing-absolutely top-notch.

Other songs were also good-except for one: "Woh Bekhabriyaan", which was a cheap knockoff of Bollywood's "Ve Kamliya." I almost wanted to throw my shoe at the screen. Why copy something so badly? Our country is full of talented lyricists and composers. They could've easily created an original song instead of ruining the vibe with this copycat disaster.

Sound Design: The overall sound of the film could've been much better. Compared to the excellent cinematography, it was weak. Just look at the powerful sound design of The Legend of Maula Jatt-that was next-level.

---

Final Verdict:

This was not a bad film. You should definitely go watch it.

And yes, it is family-friendly. If you're uncomfortable, you can skip the post-film song shown during the credits. (Though honestly, I even enjoyed that one.)

An interesting fact: I watched this film in my hometown, Burewala. When the film mentioned "Burewala" in a dialogue, everyone in the cinema clapped. Had I been in Karachi, I wouldn't have felt that same joy from the line.

Apologies for the long review, but I had to speak up because some jealous, bitter people made such hateful and unfair comments about this film.

Let me be clear: Lo Guru is not equal to a Bollywood masterpiece, but it certainly stands equal to many Bollywood films-and is even better than most of them.

Films like this are a positive sign for our local industry. When you watch it and give constructive feedback on its strengths and weaknesses, our filmmakers get a chance to improve.

Judging a film solely by its trailer is ignorance.

Even within the forgiving confines of the rom-com genre, The Love Guru fails to maintain basic narrative logic, leaving audiences questioning character motivations and emotional stakes at every turn. The film relies on tired tropes...family rivalries, contrived misunderstandings, and last-minute realizations...but executes them so haphazardly that the story collapses under its own weight.

The plot line goes like this: Its's the story of Sophia, a talented architect with dreams of marrying her true love. But when a new man walks into her life, everything changes. Torn between family expectations and the stirrings of her heart, Sophia embarks on a journey of self-discovery, love, and difficult choices.

To its credit, the film is visually appealing, with London's scenic backdrops adding a polished sheen. However, competent cinematography and direction cannot compensate for the film's glaring inconsistencies, sluggish pacing, and emotionally hollow core. Visuals can't hide the flaws.

The central conflict...a family feud...is introduced but never explored with any depth. There's no sense of danger, history, or consequence to this rivalry, making it feel like a flimsy plot device rather than a meaningful obstacle. The audience never feels the weight of this feud, nor does it create real tension.

Even more baffling is Sufia's continued attraction to Humayun Saeed's character after she discovers he was hired by her father to sabotage her engagement. Instead of feeling betrayed or conflicted, she inexplicably remains drawn to him...despite him having no discernible charm, depth, or redeeming qualities that justify her devotion. The script asks us to root for their love, but offers no compelling reason to care.

The dialogue is painfully stilted, oscillating between exposition-heavy monologues and cringe-worthy punchlines that feel ripped from a 90s sitcom. Characters don't speak like real people...they deliver awkward, unnatural lines that further distance the audience from any emotional engagement.

Humayun Saeed's Character: A charisma vacuum. His sudden romantic transformation feels unearned, and his actions lack logical consistency. What was so special about Sophia that made him abandon his playboy ways? As a professional manipulator hired to break up relationships, why does he suddenly develop genuine feelings for her? The film never bothers to explore this crucial character shift, making his redemption arc completely unconvincing.

Sophia's Character: Equally puzzling. Despite learning that Humayun's character was paid to deceive her, she continues to be drawn to him. The script fails to establish what makes their connection unique...is it his charm (which we never see)? Her rebellious nature (which isn't developed)? Their chemistry (which is nonexistent)? Without this foundation, their romance feels hollow.

Sufia's Fiancé: His decision to step aside is unexplained and emotionally weightless. Did he ever truly love her? The film doesn't care to explore it.

Sufia's Friend: A textbook example of a throwaway character...introduced for a few scenes, then forgotten without contributing to the plot.

Final Verdict: A Frustrating Watch The Love Guru is a rom-com that forgets the "rom" and bungles the "com." Between its illogical plot twists, shallow characters, and lack of emotional stakes, the film fails to deliver even the most basic pleasures of the genre.

Only watch if you enjoy dissecting bad movies...otherwise, steer clear.

Great acting. No offense but better then all the Bollywood movies that are in the cinemas right now. Ahmed ali but and humayon saeed always rock. And what a director Mr nadeem baig isss.. absolute class so this movie is 100% Recommend. I felt mahira was a bit old looking for this movie but no hate to her she rocked this role so good work. Pakistan film industry is improving alot and we need more movies from pakistani industry getting into overseas cinema here in UAE and other Arab countries. ( DEEMAK MOVIE IS ALSO IN THE CINEMAS WHICH IS A HORROR MOVIE FROM PAKISTANI CREATORS HAVING A HUGE CAST.. I HOPE PEOPLE WATCH THAT TOOO).