This Eid, cinemas across Pakistan buzzed with excitement as Love Guru – a much-awaited romantic comedy – made its theatrical debut. Headlined by two of the country’s most beloved stars, Mahira Khan and Humayun Saeed – reuniting on screen after a decade- the film delivers a glossy, feel-good experience wrapped in charm, nostalgia, and visual splendour.
Penned by Vasay Chaudhry and directed by Nadeem Baig, Love Guru introduces us to Adil (Humayun Saeed), a professional “heartbreaker for hire,” and Sofia (Mahira Khan), the only daughter of a billionaire. Built on classic rom-com tropes, the story feels fresh with its witty dialogue and poetic nods to literary icons like Munir Niazi and Jaun Elia.
While the plot treads familiar territory, it is the crisp, contemporary script laced with an old-school sensibility that keeps the pace engaging. Admittedly, some scenes tend to drag, but the dialogues remains sharp and often carry the weight of the film.
It is Mahira Khan who truly owns Love Guru. With a magnetic screen presence, understated emotional delivery, and impeccable styling, she reminds audiences why she continues to reign as Pakistani cinema’s leading lady. Her performance strikes a fine balance between glamour and depth, particularly in more emotionally charged moments.
Humayun Saeed, charismatic as ever, brings warmth and maturity to his role. His chemistry with Mahira is palpable, lending authenticity and heart to their on-screen dynamic.
Director Nadeem Baig’s strength lies in his ability to breathe theatricality and richness into a formulaic plot. At a time when romantic comedies have largely migrated to streaming platforms, Baig reaffirms the value of cinematic storytelling in a traditional theatre setting.
Love Guru doesn’t reinvent the wheel—but it doesn’t set out to. It’s an unapologetically feel-good film, tailor-made for festive viewing. With star power, style, and sentiment, it delivers exactly what it promises: a delightful, crowd-pleasing escape.
