Arjun’s father, Anand (Ikhlaq Khan), a retired army colonel, has never fully supported his son’s culinary career, but agrees to join him on this journey. Tara’s parents, Lata (Virginia Rodrigues) and hotelier Govind (Sanjay Bhutiani), appear to be the ideal couple. Tara is also surrounded by her loving family members, including her loving Hema Chechi (Sonali Kulkarni) and intelligent Amumma (B Jayashree). Adding to the warmth, her fellow photographer friend Anjali (Tamara D’Souza) joins the festivities, along with her childhood friend Dr. Majid (Rizul Ray), who runs a free clinic in their village.
Initially, the film captures the joyous spirit of a traditional Barjatya-style wedding. However, the mood changes when secrets begin to emerge. Tara is hiding an important truth: she is pregnant and hasn’t shared the news with anyone yet. This revelation sets off a chain reaction, exposing deep cracks in the relationship as uncomfortable truths are revealed.
Why didn’t Karan Johar produce this film? Despite facing production challenges due to COVID-19, director Vandana Kataria and her team delivered a film that embodies Dharma Productions’ ethos of family love, emphasizing the important themes of forgiveness and trust. Love, Sitara artfully interweaves these elements, creating a story that resonates with the emotional complexities of real life.
Kataria’s casting choice shines, with established actors in key roles. Though Kannada actress B Jayashree may be less known to northern audiences, she has given a memorable performance as a courageous but soft-hearted grandmother. Malayalam actress Virginia Rodrigues plays Tara’s worried mother, especially in a powerful confrontational scene at the end that showcases her talent. Sonali Kulkarni brings depth to the role of an air hostess trapped in an affair and portrays her character’s struggles beautifully. Tamara D’Souza and Rizul Ray also give strong performances as loyal friends who provide vital support to Tara.
Although Rajeev Siddharth’s character is somewhat underdeveloped, he brings depth to Arjun, who is struggling with a dysfunctional relationship with his father and the honesty of his fiancée. However, Shobhita Dhulipala is the life of the film. She portrays Tara’s journey from a young professional looking for love to a woman facing unexpected challenges and self-doubt, uncovering family secrets even as she navigates her pregnancy. She also struggles with. The actress has given 100 percent in every phase of her character.
Ultimately, Love, Star teaches us that love and life are often intertwined with difficulty. Commitment and trust are necessary, and sometimes, the lessons learned can be hard. Watch the film for its emotional story and excellent performances. It is streaming on Zee5.