Balaji Motion Pictures Evokes Nostalgia With ‘Shaadi Ke Side Effects’ Throwback Post
Production house shares romantic clip from Farhan Akhtar and Vidya Balan's 2014 rom-com
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The popular Indian production house Balaji Motion Pictures recently stirred nostalgic feelings among Bollywood fans with a throwback post featuring Farhan Akhtar and Vidya Balan from their 2014 romantic comedy film ‘Shaadi Ke Side Effects’.
The Instagram post features a short clip from the film showing a romantic moment between the lead pair. The clip is accompanied by a soulful song that immediately transports viewers back to the film’s release era. In the video snippet, Farhan and Vidya are seen in an intimate, emotional scene that captures the essence of the film’s exploration of married life.
Music Triggers Memories
The post’s caption perfectly encapsulates the power of musical nostalgia: “It’s crazy how one song can bring back a whole era.” This sentiment resonates with many film enthusiasts who often find themselves transported to specific moments in their lives through movie soundtracks.
Balaji Motion Pictures tagged several key people associated with the film in their post, including producers Shobha Kapoor and Ekta Kapoor, along with lead actors Vidya Balan and Farhan Akhtar. The post was also labeled with hashtags #BalajiMotionPictures, #ShaadiKeSideEffects, and #DesiRomance.
Revisiting ‘Shaadi Ke Side Effects’
‘Shaadi Ke Side Effects’, directed by Saket Chaudhary, was released in February 2014 as a sequel to the 2006 film ‘Pyaar Ke Side Effects’. The romantic comedy explored the complexities and challenges of married life through the story of Sid (Farhan Akhtar) and Trisha (Vidya Balan), who struggle to maintain their relationship after the birth of their child.
The film received positive reviews for its realistic portrayal of modern marriage and the chemistry between the lead actors. Its soundtrack, composed by Pritam, featured popular songs like “Ahista Ahista,” “Harry’s Not a Brahmachari,” and “Tum Hi Ho Band Baaje.”
Just days before this post, Balaji shared another nostalgic collection with the caption “Indirectly life update de rahe hain, guys” (Indirectly giving you guys a life update), featuring clips from various films including ‘Dream Girl’, ‘Shaadi Ke Side Effects’, ‘Half Girlfriend’, and ‘Veere Di Wedding’.
Founded in 2001 as the film division of Balaji Telefilms, Balaji Motion Pictures has established itself as a significant player in Indian cinema. The production house, led by Ekta Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor, has produced numerous successful films across genres, from romantic comedies to thrillers and biopics.
Some of their notable productions include ‘The Dirty Picture’, ‘Lootera’, ‘Ek Villain’, ‘Dream Girl’, and the recent hit ‘Crew’ starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tabu, and Kriti Sanon. The company has worked with some of Bollywood’s biggest stars and continues to be a prominent force in Indian cinema.
Farhan And Vidya: Career Trajectories
Since ‘Shaadi Ke Side Effects’, both lead actors have continued to flourish in their respective careers. Farhan Akhtar has directed, produced, and acted in several projects, with his portrayal of athlete Milkha Singh in ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ being particularly acclaimed. He has also focused on his music career and production company Excel Entertainment.
Vidya Balan has maintained her reputation for choosing diverse, character-driven roles in films like ‘Kahaani 2’, ‘Tumhari Sulu’, ‘Mission Mangal’, and ‘Sherni’. She continues to be one of the most respected actresses in Indian cinema, known for her powerful performances and unconventional role choices.
This nostalgic Instagram post not only celebrates a film from Balaji’s catalog but also reminds audiences of the enduring power of cinema to evoke emotions and memories through music and storytelling. As one commenter noted under the post, “Some films just stay with you forever, and this is definitely one of them.”
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