Love Today (2022) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
Last updated: 5 May 2026
Love Today (2022) Review
Love Today (2022) — a Tamil comedy, drama, romance film directed by Pradeep Ranganathan. Starring Pradeep Ranganathan, Ivana, Akshaya Udhayakumar. A young couple is made to exchange their phones for a day. What follows is a hilarious and emotional sequence of events that puts their lives in misery. Our Rating: 3.25/5. Verdict: BLOCKBUSTER. Released: 4 Nov 2022. Runtime: 2h 34m.


Love Today(2022)
Tamil · Comedy, Drama, Romance
2h 34m · 4 Nov 2022
Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja | DOP: Dinesh Purushothaman | Writer: Pradeep Ranganathan
Ratings
Our Rating
3.25
📖 Story
A millennial couple, Pradeep and Nikitha, are challenged by Nikitha's suspicious father to exchange their smartphones for 24 hours before they get married. What follows is a chaotic unraveling of digital secrets, hidden chats, and past histories that tests the foundations of their trust and the reality of modern-day relationships.
Love Today is a high-octane romantic comedy that perfectly captures the anxieties of the smartphone generation. Pradeep Ranganathan’s writing is sharp, utilizing a 'meme-style' narrative that resonates deeply with Gen Z and millennial audiences. The first half is exceptionally strong, packed with laugh-out-loud moments and creative visual edits that simulate mobile interfaces.
While the second half shifts into a more serious, preachy tone regarding trust and character, the emotional weight is anchored by strong supporting performances. Yuvan Shankar Raja’s background score is a major asset, providing a quirky energy that elevates the comedic timing. Despite a slightly prolonged climax, the film remains one of the most inventive and relatable rom-coms in recent years.
Pradeep Ranganathan: Energetic and relatable; his comic timing is impeccable, though he has room to grow in high-drama emotional scenes.
Ivana: A standout performance; she handles the emotional vulnerability and the frustration of the character with great maturity.
Sathyaraj: Authoritative and witty; he acts as the perfect catalyst for the film's conflict with his 'game-master' persona.
Yogi Babu: Beyond his usual comedy, he delivers a heart-touching performance in a subplot about cyberbullying and maturity.
Radikaa Sarathkumar: Provides a grounded, emotional anchor to the film as the hero's supportive yet firm mother.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Highly innovative and relatable concept
- ✓Engaging first-half comedy
- ✓Yuvan Shankar Raja's brilliant background score
- ✓Inventive technical presentation and editing
- ✓Relatable social commentary on digital privacy
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing slows down in the second half
- ✕Borderline preachy moralizing in the climax
- ✕Protagonist's behavior can occasionally feel toxic/creepy
🎬 Direction & Writing
Pradeep Ranganathan demonstrates a masterful understanding of his target audience. His direction is fresh, fast-paced, and technically savvy, successfully turning a simple concept into a feature-length entertainer.
- - Dynamic and creative editing by Pradeep E. Ragav
- - Vibrant cinematography by Dinesh Purushothaman
- - Innovative sound design reflecting digital notifications and apps
- - Strong production values under AGS Entertainment
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 3.00 / 5 | |
| 3.25 / 5 | |
| 3.50 / 5 | |
| 3.50 / 5 | |
| 3.00 / 5 | |
| 3.50 / 5 | |
| 3.00 / 5 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
| Award | Category | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SIIMA Awards | Best Debutant Actor | Won (Pradeep Ranganathan) |
| SIIMA Awards | Best Debutant Director | Nominated |
🏆 Records & Box Office
- - Grossed over ₹100 crores worldwide
- - Massive ROI for its ₹5 crore budget
- - Ran for over 50 days in multiple centers across Tamil Nadu
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 80% |
| Neutral | 15% |
| Negative | 5% |
Critics
Critics largely hailed the film as a 'youthful sensation.' While some noted the preachy second half and inconsistent tone, most agreed it is a must-watch for its humor and technical freshness.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Love Today release in theatres?▾
Love Today released on 4 November 2022 (2022).
Is Love Today a hit or flop?▾
Love Today is declared a BLOCKBUSTER at the box office.
Where to watch Love Today online? OTT release date?▾
Love Today is available on Netflix, Netflix, Netflix from 1 December 2022.
Who directed Love Today?▾
Love Today directed by Pradeep Ranganathan. Produced by Kalpathi S Ganesh, Kalpathi S Suresh, Kalpathi S Aghoram, Archana Kalpathi.
Who are the main cast members of Love Today?▾
Love Today stars Pradeep Ranganathan, Ivana, Akshaya Udhayakumar, Raveena Ravi, Radikaa Sarathkumar.
What is the Tollybo rating for Love Today?▾
Tollybo rates Love Today 3.25/5. Verdict: BLOCKBUSTER.
Who composed the music for Love Today?▾
Music for Love Today composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja.
What is the genre and runtime of Love Today?▾
Love Today — Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Runtime: 154 minutes, Language: Tamil.
