Laila Majnu (2018)
DirectorSajid Ali
StarringTriptii Dimri, Avinash Tiwary, Parmeet Sethi, Benjamin Gilani
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Best for: Fans of intense Hindi romantic dramas with a tragic edge.
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Laila Majnu story (no spoilers)
Laila is a free-spirited girl from a conservative family who firmly believes in living for the present. Qais, a spoilt brat, falls head over heels in love with her. Their families, however, are warring over property, which leads to self-destruction, pain and bleeding hearts. The film is a Hindi-language drama and romance set against this family feud, with a runtime of 139 minutes and a UA certificate in India. The tone is dramatic and romantic, focusing on the conflict between Laila's desire to live in the moment and the destructive consequences of the families' dispute. It stars Triptii Dimri as Laila and Avinash Tiwary as Qais Bhat "Majnu", with Sajid Ali directing. Music is by Niladri Kumar and Joi Barua. The story explores love and self-destruction without giving away key plot turns.
Should you watch Laila Majnu?
Watch it for
- Triptii Dimri and Avinash Tiwary lead the cast as Laila and Qais, bringing the central romance to life.
- Director Sajid Ali helms this Hindi drama-romance, which runs 139 minutes.
- The film's score is composed by Niladri Kumar and Joi Barua, adding to the romantic and dramatic tone.
- The story pits a free-spirited Laila against a spoilt Qais amid a family property war, promising intense drama.
Skip it if
- You prefer light-hearted romances; this one deals with self-destruction and bleeding hearts.
- You dislike stories about feuding families and their impact on young love.
- You want a short film; the runtime is 139 minutes.
Laila Majnu cast
Triptii Dimrias Laila
Avinash Tiwaryas Qais Bhat "Majnu"
Parmeet Sethias Masood
Sumit Kaulas Ibban
Sahiba Balias Ambreen
Abrar Qazias Zaid
Mir Sarwaras Qais's Brother-in-Law
Shagufta Alias Pufu
Sujata Sehgalas ParveenLaila Majnu movie details
| Director | Sajid Ali |
|---|---|
| Writer | Sajid Ali, Imtiaz Ali |
| Music | Niladri Kumar, Joi Barua |
| Cinematography | Sayak Bhattacharya |
| Producer | Ekta Kapoor, Imtiaz Ali, Preety Ali, Shobha Kapoor |
| Release date | 7 September 2018 |
| Runtime | 2h 19m (139 minutes) |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Hindi |
| Original title | लैला मजनू |
| Certificate (India) | UA |
Parental guide: is Laila Majnu family friendly?
The film has a UA certificate, suggesting parental guidance for themes of self-destruction and family conflict; this is a general guide. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Our verdict
Laila Majnu offers a passionate take on star-crossed lovers, with Triptii Dimri and Avinash Tiwary anchoring the drama. The family property feud adds a layer of tension that drives the characters toward self-destruction. It's a decent pick if you enjoy intense romantic dramas, but the heavy themes might not suit everyone.
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Where can I watch Laila Majnu online in India?
Laila Majnu is available for streaming in India on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Ultraplaybox Amazon Channel. It is not listed as free on any major Indian OTT platform.
When was Laila Majnu released?
Laila Majnu was released in India on 7 September 2018.
Who is in the cast of Laila Majnu?
The cast includes Triptii Dimri as Laila, Avinash Tiwary as Qais Bhat "Majnu", Parmeet Sethi as Masood, Benjamin Gilani as Sarwar Bhat, Sumit Kaul as Ibban, Sahiba Bali as Ambreen, Abrar Qazi as Zaid, and Mir Sarwar as Qais's Brother-in-Law.
What is the runtime of Laila Majnu?
Laila Majnu runs for 139 minutes.
What is the certificate rating of Laila Majnu?
Laila Majnu has a UA certificate in India.
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