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Love Games(2016)

2.9/10
Hindi114 minstheatrical

Love Games (also titled Love Games: Love Dangerously) is a 2016 Indian Hindi-language erotic thriller film directed by Vikram Bhatt and produced by Mukesh Bhatt under the Vishesh Films banner. The film stars Patralekhaa Paul, Gaurav Arora, Tara-Alisha Berry, and Hiten Tejwani. The story follows Ramona, a nymphomaniac who, after her husband's suspicious death, enters a dangerous seduction competition with a fellow nymphomaniac named Sam. The competition escalates into betrayal, revenge, and murder. The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who praised its fast pace but criticized the weak script, poor acting, and illogical plot points. It was noted for its bold sexual content and was released with an Adults Only (A) certificate in India.

Director:Vikram Bhatt
Mood:
darksuspensefuldisturbing
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
8 April 2016
Director
Vikram Bhatt
Language
Hindi
Runtime
1h 54m
Rating
2.9/10

Storyline

After her rich husband dies in a fall, Ramona meets Sam, a charming nymphomaniac. They start a game to see who can seduce more married couples. But the game turns deadly when a target dies. Ramona discovers Sam has a secret plan for revenge. Now she must fight to survive.

Love is a game. Lust is the prize.

Film Details

2.9Rating
114Minutes
HindiLanguage
ACertificate
Release Date8 April 2016
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darksuspensefuldisturbing
Themes
revengecorruptionidentitylove
Toneintense
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability2

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Love Games

Cast reunions in this film: Mahesh Bhatt & Vikram Bhatt (4 films together).

Trivia

  • The film was originally titled 'Love Games: Play or Die' but was shortened for release.
  • It was shot in just 20 days, a common practice for director Vikram Bhatt's thrillers at the time.
  • Actor Gaurav Arora made his Bollywood debut with this film after working in Telugu cinema.
  • The movie faced criticism for its bold theme and received an 'A' (Adults only) certificate in India.
  • It was produced by Vikram Bhatt's own banner, BVG Films, which often focused on low-budget thrillers.
  • The soundtrack included a song by Pakistani singer Shiraz Uppal, which was uncommon after 2016 tensions.
  • Despite its thriller genre, the film's marketing heavily emphasized its romantic and erotic elements.

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