Starring Malhar Thakar, Puja Joshi & Mitra Gadhvi
Written by Kunal Kapadia and directed by Bhargav Purohit, Lagan Special makes for a quirky and uplifting romantic drama laced with wit, joy, and everyday feelings. From the looks of the official trailer, it’s poised to become a sweet blockbuster in Gujarati cinema. Boasting an all-star cast of crowd-favorites Malhar Thakar, Puja Joshi and Mitra Gadhvi, this film serves as a modern, arguable, and thought-provoking perspective on relationships, tradition, and the whimsical wiles of arranged marriage.
Set against a colorful Gujarati matrimonial market, Lagan Special takes you on a journey towards the unexpected arrival of love in an arranged-marriage scenario. Armed with witty dialogue, emotional depth, and charming chemistry between the leads, it provides all that and more of what you’d expect from a perfect feel-good watch.
As a film review, first impressions praise powerful performances, acerbic writing, and scenes that both amuse and warm the soul. With its unique blend of laugh-out-loud comedy and genuine heart, Lagan Special deserves a place in the ranks of Other Movies You Should Be Watching Right Now.
To anyone looking for great film recommendations—particularly lovers of big-screen romance at its best—look no further than this beautiful, playful and richly layered film—one of the best of the season. With its universal themes, relatable characters and social messages, Lagan Special can even go on to make the list of all-time greatest films ever made in Gujarati cinema.