“I Hate Love” ETV Win Review: A Look at the Film’s Strengths and Weaknesses
The film “I Hate Love,” with a runtime of 2 hours and 25 minutes, is currently streaming on ETV Win. After watching it, the overall story feels routine.
Overall Impression
The film gives a below-average feel. While the first half might be worth a one-time watch due to its OTT release, viewers should be prepared for the second half.
Plot Summary
The basic storyline revolves around a hero who vows not to love any girl after his beloved commits suicide, having married someone else. The narrative then explores what happens when this hero eventually falls in love with a girl in a village, and whether their love story succeeds.
Plus Points | What Worked
The hero’s performance was particularly impressive. Specific moments that stood out include the scene where the father and son together warn the villain back at his house. Additionally, some funny scenes involving friends during the hero’s love pursuit, the beautifully depicted village environment, and the performances of some supporting actors were commendable. The initial part of the first half also offered some engaging moments.
Minus Points | Areas for Improvement
The story suffered from being routine. The initiation of the love track was told simply in a single scene, which felt rushed. Other drawbacks included the lengthy run time, an over-stretched second half, and a melodramatic first 15 minutes.
First Half vs. Second Half
After the initial fifteen minutes, the first half generally managed to be a decent time pass until the interval. In contrast, the second half lacked seriousness, feeling as if the characters could have just agreed to marry earlier. It was taken forward in a boring manner without being finished quickly, despite seeming to drag on.
Family Watchability
The film can be watched with family, with the exception of a few small double-meaning dialogues that appear occasionally.
Music and Visuals
The music was just okay and didn’t particularly stand out as a highlight. Visually, there wasn’t anything exceptionally noteworthy; it followed a basic storyline.
Final Verdict and Rating
Considering the village setting and some scenes that unfold after the first fifteen minutes of the first half, it can be given a try, especially since it’s on an OTT platform. However, this recommendation is solely for the first half, as the second half is stretched. Based on this opinion, the movie is rated 2.5 out of 5.
