Laila

"Laila" is a Telugu action comedy that brings together a quirky storyline with a mix of chaos and romance. The film follows Sonu, a talented beautician in Hyderabad, who finds himself caught up in a whirlwind of drama after he helps a client, Jyoti, by lending her money for her struggling husband's cooking oil business. Things take a turn when a love triangle unfolds, involving Shankar, a sub-inspector with a complicated personal life, and Rustum, a man obsessed with Chiranjeevi films who is on a quest to find the perfect bride. As Sonu navigates through the chaos of jealous wives and abduction attempts, he also finds love when he meets Jenny, a girl who catches his eye.

Amidst the madness, Sonu's life spirals further when his photo gets linked to a cooking oil scandal, leading to police trouble. To escape the mess, he disguises himself as a woman named Laila and opens a beauty parlor. This clever ruse leads to unexpected encounters, especially with Rustum, who is smitten by Laila's charm. As the story unfolds, the film takes a humorous yet chaotic turn with misunderstandings, transformations, and the quest for love, all while exploring the themes of identity and family pressures. Despite its critical reception, "Laila" has become a memorable and often-memed film, reflecting its unique blend of humor and action in the Telugu cinema landscape.

Director

Ram Narayan

Written By

Vasudeva Murthy

Produced By

Sahu Garapati

Cast

Vishwak Sen, Akanksha Sharma

Cinematography

Richard Prasad

Edited By

Sagar Dadi

Music Director

Leon James

Release Date

14 February 2025 (2025-02-14)

Running Time

136 minutes

Country

India

Language

Telugu