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Direct Ishq (2016)

2.9/10
Hindi123 mins

Direct Ishq (2016) is a 123-minute Hindi film directed by Rajiv S. Ruia . With an audience rating of 2.9/10, Direct Ishq stands as one of the notable Hindi releases of 2016.

Mood:
funnyemotionaluplifting
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
19 February 2016
Director
Rajiv S. Ruia
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 3m
GudVibe Rating
2.9/10

Storyline

Direct Ishq is an action packed romantic comedy, set in the holy city of Banaras. The plot features Vicky, a rough and aggressive local boy from Banaras and Kabeer a rich, Mumbai-based event organiser born in Banaras, both falling for a bubbly, mischievous, yet wise Banaras girl, Dolly. Who will win Dolly’s heart? The local boy who carries a revolver and is always ready for a fight? Or the smart, rich Mumbai lad who promises to help Dolly with her singing career?

Two rivals. One girl. A love triangle gets wild.

Film Details

2.9Rating
123Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date19 February 2016
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate

Vibe & Tags

Mood
funnyemotionaluplifting
Themes
loveidentityfriendshiprevenge
Toneserious
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitylight
Audiencemass
Best Withwith-partner
Violence2
Emotion3
Humor4
Rewatchability2

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Cast & Crew

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Trivia

  • The film was shot in Varanasi, using real locations like the ghats and Kashi Vidyapeeth to create an authentic setting.
  • Director Rajiv S. Ruia had previously worked mostly in television, making this one of his few feature film projects.
  • The movie's title 'Direct Ishq' plays on the phrase 'direct tax', suggesting a straightforward or unavoidable love.
  • It features a cameo by veteran actor Raza Murad, who appears in a supporting role as a political figure.
  • The film had a very limited theatrical release and received little attention from major critics upon its debut.
  • Actress Nidhi Subbaiah, who plays the lead, was primarily known for Kannada films before this Hindi role.
  • The soundtrack includes a song titled 'Tere Bina', composed by Vijay Verma, which did not gain significant popularity.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Direct Ishq

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