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Kiss
Kiss tells the love story of Nandini and Arjun. Nandini is a young, modern day college student who holds on to traditional values and Arjun is a rich, carefree guy. The film is an exploration of young love, directed by A. P. Arjun and produced by V. Ravi Kumar under Rashtrakuta Pictures. The lead actors are Viraat Vellanki and Sree Leela. The credit for the music score goes to V. Harikrishna and Adi Hari.
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Plot Summary
A story about a lonely, heartbroken dad who gets a second chance at love when he forms a unique bond with his daughter's best friend. He finds himself navigating the complicated feelings and ethical dilemmas that arise from this unexpected connection.
Critical Reception
The film garnered mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding its premise uncomfortable and its execution lacking. While some performances were noted, the overall narrative and thematic exploration were largely criticized.
What Reviewers Say
The film's central premise is perceived as unsettling and problematic by many.
Performances, particularly from the lead actors, are sometimes cited as a redeeming quality.
The narrative often struggles to balance its comedic aspirations with its sensitive subject matter.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Kiss' is divided, with some viewers appreciating the attempt at a unique story and the performances, while others express discomfort with the plot and find the execution to be uneven.
Fun Fact
Kevin Smith famously announced that 'Kiss' would be his final film as a director, though he has since continued to work on other projects.
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