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London, Paris, New York(2012)

5.7/10
Hindi100 minstheatrical

London, Paris, New York is a 2012 Hindi romantic drama film directed by Anu Menon. It stars Ali Zafar and Aditi Rao Hydari in lead roles. The story follows Nikhil Chopra and Lalitha Krishnan, two students from different backgrounds who meet in London and share a single night together. Over the next eight years, they meet again in Paris and New York, each time for just one night. The film explores their evolving relationship as they grow older and face life choices. It is a dialogue-driven, character-focused romance that avoids typical Bollywood melodrama. The film received mixed reviews but was praised for its fresh concept and performances. It was released theatrically on March 2, 2012.

Director:Anu Menon
Filmed In:London, Paris, New York
Mood:
emotionalupliftingfunny
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Theatrical Release
2 March 2012
Director
Anu Menon
Language
Hindi
Runtime
1h 40m
Rating
5.7/10

Storyline

Nikhil, a carefree Delhi boy, meets Lalitha, a shy Chennai girl, in London. They spend one magical night together. But their different worlds pull them apart. Over eight years, they meet again in Paris and New York. Each meeting forces them to confront their feelings. Can two opposites find a way to be together?

Three cities. Three nights. One love story.

Film Details

5.7Rating
100Minutes
HindiLanguage
PG-13Certificate
Release Date2 March 2012
Release Typetheatrical
Filmed InLondon, Paris, New York

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

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Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalupliftingfunny
Themes
loveidentityfamilyfriendship
Toneserious
Pacingepisodic
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor3
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

#1
G
Gursharan ChaggarTaxi Driver
#2
Aditi Rao Hydari, Actor in London, Paris, New York
Aditi Rao HydariLalitha Krishnan
#3
A
Alina ChanImmigration Officer
#4
Ali Zafar, Actor in London, Paris, New York
Ali ZafarNikhil Chopra
#5
Dalip Tahil, Actor in London, Paris, New York
Dalip Tahil Lalitha's father
#6
J
Judith ClementsCherie
#7
T
Taj GillLondoner
#8
C
Candice PereiraDancing Bride
#9
C
Cecilia GragnaniFrancoise
#10
X
Xenia GlenActor
#11
A
Anu MenonDirector

Trivia

  • The film was shot in just 21 days across three real cities, matching the story's timeline.
  • Director Anu Menon initially planned to make the film in English but switched to Hindi for wider reach.
  • The movie's three chapters use distinct color palettes: blue for London, red for Paris, and gold for New York.
  • Lead actor Ali Zafar contributed to the film's music, co-composing the song 'London, Paris, New York'.
  • It was one of the early Bollywood films to be shot almost entirely on location abroad with a small crew.
  • The script was partly inspired by the director's own experiences of long-distance relationships in her twenties.
  • Despite its travel theme, the film had a modest budget, focusing on dialogue and character over lavish sets.

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