Love birds review: An entertaining take on love, marriage, and compatibility that makes some sense in the end

The good news is that Kannada filmmakers are thinking out of the box when it comes to filming subjects that connect with the audience, and Love birds is one such good example.

Most of the Kannada movies that hit the screens recently, somehow or the other connect to real-life scenarios or reflect the present lifestyle, especially that of the younger generation.

More than just falling in love

Love birds falls in this same category. At the outset, it is just another romantic drama but what makes it appealing is its essence which holds a mirror to society, especially to the youngsters who lead an independent life financially but falter in their personal relationships.

Though India, on record, has the lowest divorce rate in the world at less than one percent, the reality is alarming.

Many reports have been suggesting that divorce cases are increasing every year and the main reasons behind this is compatibility factor, among others.

Indian cinema, especially those in the commercial space, had been focusing heavily on the romantic side, which in the filmy world is referred to as “falling in love”, and almost totally ignoring what happens thereafter.

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Close to real-life scenario

Also, talking about such sensitive issues on the big screen can be boring at times. After all, why would a couple want to watch their own uneasiness in life on the big screen?

This is where PC Shekar’s work in Love Birds needs to be appreciated. The story is simple, that of a newly married couple.

Soon after the marriage, reality bites over minor issues that are universal in nature, such as compatibility, lack of understanding, sense of security, responsibilities, and so on.

In a nutshell, those couples who beat these, tend to have a happy married life. At least, that’s what every counsellor in real or reel life propagates.

Simple yet effective performances

Darling Krishna and Milana Nagaraj, who are also a real-life couple, play the role of Deepak and Pooja to near perfection.

The supporting characters, played by Sadhu Kokila, Rangayana Raghu, and Veena Sundar, add value to the film, not only providing comic relief but also adding some spice to the simple script.

Samyuktha Horand as a divorce lawyer who wins her cases smartly, has a meaty role this time and does it with ease.

Could have been better

As there can never be a perfect relationship, the film Love Birds too falters on various counts.

At times, it feels like an overly done husband and wife drama and may test the patience of yet-to-get-married audiences.

However, medicines aren’t meant to be tasty and sweet, this one is aimed at those who face such issues in real life.

#LoveBirds in theatres near you from today 🤗 Pls do watch in theaters 🙏 pic.twitter.com/C14fJMdrWI

— PC Shekar (@PCSekar) February 17, 2023

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Verdict

As simple as it may sound, if you’re married or thinking of getting married, do watch Love Birds, for both fun and some life lessons to keep your love boats sailing happily ever after.