Ishk Actually(2013)
Ishk Actually is a 2013 Hindi romantic drama film directed by Anish Khanna. The film stars Neha Ahuja as Gia, alongside Rajeev Khandelwal and Raayo S. Bakhirta. The story follows a young woman torn between two very different men, forcing her to examine her own desires and fears. Set in a contemporary Indian urban environment, the film explores the emotional complexity of love triangles. The narrative emphasizes self-discovery and the importance of making authentic choices. Ishk Actually received mixed reviews from critics but was noted for its relatable premise and performances. The film was released in theaters in 2013 and later became available on digital streaming platforms.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Eros Now, Amazon Prime Video (Eros Now channel), Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 25 October 2013
- Director
- Anish Khanna
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Rating
- 2.7/10
Storyline
Gia is a young woman who loves two men at the same time. Neil is stable and dependable, while Kabir is spontaneous and exciting. Gia must choose between them, but her own confusion keeps her stuck. She goes on a journey of self-discovery to find out what her heart truly wants.
“Love is a choice, not a feeling”
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Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Ishk Actually' but was also promoted as 'Ishk Actually... Love Finally' in some materials.
- It marked the directorial debut of Anish Khanna, who had previously worked as an assistant director on several projects.
- Lead actor Karan Grover was primarily known as a television actor before this film.
- The movie had a very limited theatrical release and received little attention from mainstream critics.
- Parts of the film were shot in scenic locations in Thailand to depict the romantic sequences.
- The soundtrack featured songs by composers like Raghav Sachar but did not become commercially popular.
- Despite being a romance drama, it avoided typical Bollywood song-and-dance sequences for a more realistic tone.