It takes a special talent to tackle something as serious as elopement in a light-hearted film–one that works–and director Arun D Jose of Jo and Jo fame has got it. With his touch, a sensitive subject like lovers eloping, which has become more volatile since the advent of words like love jihad and drama love (nadaga kaadhal in Tamil Nadu), has turned into a fun-filled drama.
The trailer of Journey of Love 18+ pretty much lays out the story of the film, which is about the lead couple wanting to run away from home and get married. It starts off with a phone conversation where the girl asks the boy to take her somewhere. Both are unaware of the seriousness of the act they are about to commit, and that’s why the girl is more worried about the colour of the wedding saree amidst all the drama that ensues.
The trailer also shows glimpses of things turning violent and real. Nikhila Vimal is seen as a lawyer in a blink-you-will-miss scene.
Here’s the trailer:
Journey of Love 18+ stars Naslen K Gafoor, Mathew Thomas, Meenakshi, Binu Pappu, and Saaf Bros in pivotal roles. The film will be released in July.