Last updated: 8 May 2026


Hindi · Comedy, Crime, Romance
2h 19m · 29 Jun 2001
Music: Vishal Bhardwaj | DOP: Venkat Prasad | Writer: Rajnish Thakur
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega is a dark comedy crime thriller revolving around two small-time crooks who get entangled in a kidnapping plot that spirals out of control. The story follows their misadventures as they try to navigate through a series of chaotic events involving gangsters, police, and the kidnapped girl’s family. The narrative blends humor with suspense, creating a quirky tale of crime and romance.
Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega offers a unique blend of dark comedy and crime thriller elements, making it stand out in early 2000s Bollywood cinema. The screenplay is fast-paced and engaging, especially in the first half, which sets up the characters and the chaotic kidnapping plot with a good balance of humor and tension. The second half maintains the momentum but occasionally feels slightly stretched due to multiple subplots.
The film’s music, composed by Vishal Bhardwaj, is one of its highlights, featuring catchy songs that complement the quirky tone of the movie. The background score effectively enhances the suspense and comedic moments, adding depth to the narrative. Cinematography by Venkat Prasad captures the urban chaos and vibrant energy well.
While the pacing is generally brisk, some scenes could have benefited from tighter editing to avoid minor lulls. Overall, the film’s screenplay and direction keep the audience entertained with a mix of witty dialogues, situational comedy, and thrilling sequences, making it a memorable watch for fans of offbeat Bollywood films.
Saif Ali Khan: Delivers a charming and witty portrayal, balancing comedy and thriller elements effectively.
Fardeen Khan: Provides solid comic timing and supports the chaotic narrative well.
Aftab Shivdasani: Offers a youthful and energetic performance, adding freshness to the trio.
Sonali Bendre: Plays the female lead with grace, fitting the quirky tone of the film.
Twinkle Khanna: Contributes to the comic elements with a light-hearted and engaging presence.
Johny Lever: Steals scenes with his impeccable comic timing and expressions.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Eeshwar Nivas directs the film with a confident hand, successfully balancing the dark comedic tone with thriller elements. The writing is sharp, with clever dialogues and a screenplay that keeps the audience hooked despite minor pacing issues in the latter half.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics appreciated the film's quirky narrative and fresh approach to the crime-comedy genre. Performances, especially by Saif Ali Khan and Johny Lever, were highlighted as major strengths. The music by Vishal Bhardwaj received positive mentions for complementing the film's tone. However, some reviews pointed out pacing issues in the second half and an overcomplicated plot due to multiple subplots.
Final Box-Office Result
Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega released on 29 June 2001 (2001).
Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega is declared a BELOW AVERAGE at the box office.
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Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega directed by Eeshwar Nivas. Produced by Nitin Manmohan, Ram Gopal Varma.
Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega stars Saif Ali Khan, Fardeen Khan, Aftab Shivdasani, Sonali Bendre, Twinkle Khanna.
Tollybo rates Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega 2.5/5. Verdict: BELOW AVERAGE.
Music for Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega composed by Vishal Bhardwaj.
Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega — Genre: Comedy, Crime, Romance, Runtime: 139 minutes, Language: Hindi.