Cast
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Dev
as Raktim Prasad Gangopadhyay AKA Laal
Nusrat Jahan
as Neelasha
Victor Banerjee
as
Kanchan Mullick
as
Rudranil Ghosh
as
Tulika Basu
as Raktim's ma
Saheb Chatterjee
as
Supriyo Dutta
as
Kharaj Mukherjee
as
Shankar Chakraborty
as
Ashim Roy Chowdhury
as TTE
Mantu Mallick
as
Kaushik Banerjee
as
Rohit Mukherjee
as
N.K. Salil
as
Crew
Director
- Rajiv Kumar
Producer
- Shrikant Mohta
- Nispal Singh
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Love Express examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Rajiv Kumar brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2016, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Love Express took approximately 31 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 155 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 206 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 453 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2016, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 22, 2016
- Runtime: 2h 35m