The brilliance of Shanker Raman’s film lies in the way he juxtaposes these throwaway moments with all the mayhem and brutality that underscores the narrative. Totally in keeping with the innocuous, almost banal title of the film, Love Hostel, an ironical euphemism for the ‘safe home’ the government allots to couples who have dared to marry outside their caste/faith.
Sanya Malhotra portrays her character with spunk and spirit without going overboard. Vikrant Massey projects a version of masculinity that does not shy away from embracing emotional vulnerability.