‘Loveyapa’ Movie Review: A Digital-Age Romance That Struggles to Connect

A quirky rom-com exploring love in the virtual era, but lacks depth and chemistry.

A Love Story Put to the Test

Set in Delhi, Loveyapa follows the seemingly perfect romance of Gaurav Sachdeva aka Gucci (Junaid Khan) and Baani Sharma (Khushi Kapoor). Their love story takes a turn when Baani’s strict father, Atul Kumar Sharma (Ashutosh Rana), a no-nonsense lawyer, sets an unusual condition before allowing their relationship to progress—they must exchange phones for 24 hours. What follows is chaos, as secrets unravel and trust is put to the ultimate test.

What Works

Loveyapa attempts to highlight the impact of digital privacy in modern relationships, making it a relevant watch in today’s tech-driven world. The vibrant visuals, upbeat background score, and comic book-style narrative lend a fresh appeal to the film. The rom-com remains lighthearted and doesn’t demand too much emotional investment, making it a breezy watch. Some punchlines land well, and the production value is high. If nothing else, the title song will stick with you by the end.

What Doesn’t Work

Despite its intriguing premise, Loveyapa struggles to create a genuine emotional connection. Junaid Khan and Khushi Kapoor’s chemistry feels forced, and their performances lack the natural charm needed to sustain the narrative. The romance quickly turns repetitive, with overly saccharine moments that lose their appeal. The film, which borrows heavily from Love Today, fails to adapt its concept to a Hindi-speaking audience, making the conflict feel outdated. Certain character actions, like Baani covering her mouth whenever Gaurav tries to kiss her, seem illogical and unexplained in this version.

Performances

Junaid Khan steps into a role that’s far from his real-life personality, playing the extroverted and carefree Delhi boy. While he shows improvement from his debut, his awkwardness in emotional scenes remains evident. Khushi Kapoor is charming but falters in the second half, resorting to unnecessary shouting instead of delivering strong dialogue. Ashutosh Rana, as expected, commands the screen, effortlessly overshadowing the younger actors. Kiku Sharda and Tanvika Parlikar add some depth, and their side love story is arguably more compelling than the central romance.

Final Verdict

Loveyapa is a one-time watch that doesn’t leave a lasting impression. While it has its moments, the film lacks the spark and emotional depth needed to elevate its rom-com premise. With a stronger script and more natural performances, it could have been a much more engaging take on love in the digital age.