Published 14:06 IST, October 6th 2024

CTRL Review: Inside The Nightmares Of Digital World With A Deft Ananya Panday

CTRL, starring Ananya Panday and Vihaan Samat and directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, is a gripping thriller that showcases the sinister side of the digital era.

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A poster of CTRL. The movie is streaming on Netflix | Image: Ananya Panday/Instagram
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CTRL, starring Ananya Panday and Vihaan Samat and directed by Vikramitya Motwane, is a gripping thriller that masterfully showcases sinister side of technology and how it affects interpersonal relationships. Ananya Panday portrays character of Nella Awasthi, a social media influencer who is driven by vengeance against her cheating boyfriend, Joe Mascarenhas (Vihaan Samat). Her search for revenge takes a dangerous turn when an AI app goes out of control, messing up both her data and life.

Poster of CTRL | Image: Netflix India/Instagram

film has a captivating plot that keeps audience. balance between suspense, drama, and emotional depth is well-maintained, making storyline both entertaining and thought-provoking. In one of scenes, Nella's character evolves from a heartbroken girlfriend to a strong and calculated individual, and Ananya Panday's nuanced performance captures this transformation well. Her range ds depth to Nella's emotional graph of anger, making her character relatable and intriguing.

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Ananya steps up to task

Ananya gives a powerful performance as Nella, capturing desperation and vulnerability of a character who is heartbroken. Vihaan does a convincing job as unfaithful Joe, while Aparshakti Khurana’s voice work as Allen ds ditional elements to story.

In one of scenes, Nella and Joe reflect on real-life relationship issues faced by Gen Z. From Nella’s playful charm at a college festival to her moments of affection, including cuddles and kisses, Ananya’s expressions d an extra layer of excitement and intensity to narrative apart from psychological tension that is bubbling throughout film.

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Ananya Panday plays role of Nella in CTRL | Image: YouTube screengrab

Vikramitya Motwane’s direction is sharp and innovative, particularly use of screen format. He masterfully builds tension, using digital world to reflect characters' inner turmoil and to immerse viewers into Nella's unsettling experiences. His ability to play with perspective and pacing keeps audience on edge. For instance, he skillfully builds tension, using digital world to mirror characters' inner struggles and draw viewers into Nella's disturbing journey.

Nella’s life initially revolves around her boyfriend Joe and her love for him, but what she chooses to do next showcases director's craft in creating suspense around her heartbreak. As her character evolves and she takes control of her own story, Ananya’s expressions keep audience on edge. From a happy girlfriend to a deeply hurt one, she raises questions about complexities of relationships and emotional choices people make after heartbreak.

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Ananya Panday and Vihaan Samat in a still from CTRL | Image: X

Digital revolution: A boon or bane

Throughout film, various scenes highlight how se digital tools can impact our lives.

For instance, re are moments when Nella interacts with AI app, which seems helpful at first, managing her tasks and providing emotional support. However, as story progresses, it becomes clear that app can also manipulate her emotions and decisions, reflecting potential dangers of relying too heavily on technology.

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Ananya's character Nella seeks revenge after heartbreak in CTRL | Image: X

In one scene, AI app unexpectedly reveals private information about Nella, illustrating how easily personal data can be compromised in digital world. This moment serves as a cautionary tale, reminding viewers of risks associated with using AI in daily life. Ultimately, film combines excitement and thrills while delivering a powerful message about implications of our dependence on digital AI applications.

Some predictable plot twists

Motwane's direction skillfully builds tension, using screenlife format to pull viewers into Nella's digital nightmare. An excellent short, crisp way to display pros and cons of AI. At same time, movie explores complicated relationships that le to emotional turmoil. Joe's choice to leave Nella highlights harsh reality faced by many young people who fall in love casually, only to find mselves emotionally devastated by unexpected breakups.

Ananya Panday in a still from CTRL | Image: X

While storyline is engaging, some of plot twists are a bit predictable. film gives clues early on, which might lessen surprise for some viewers, especially those familiar with psychological thrillers. For example, when Nella is happy in one scene, it quickly becomes clear that in next scene, Joe will be involved with anor girlfriend, making it easy to guess what happens next.

In conclusion, movie tackles an intriguing subject within psychological thriller genre. It offers excitement and thrills while delivering a meaningful message for those who use AI.

 

 

14:06 IST, October 6th 2024