Milan Talkies is a 2019 Indian romantic drama film directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia. It features Ali Fazal, debutante Shraddha Srinath, and Sanjay Mishra in lead roles. The film is set in Allahabad and explores the theme of love in the age of digital communication and social media.
The story of the film revolves around a small-town boy Anirudh "Anu" Sharma, who dreams of becoming a movie director. He runs a local movie theatre called Milan Talkies and makes short films with his friends. Anu is also a part of a cheating gang that helps students cheat in exams, which gets him into trouble with the police.
One day, Anu meets Maithili, a college student who is struggling to clear her exams. Maithili's father, a wealthy businessman, hires Anu to help her study. As they spend more time together, Anu and Maithili develop feelings for each other. However, their love story faces challenges from Maithili's conservative family and Anu's involvement in illegal activities.
The film also explores the changing landscape of the Indian film industry, where digital platforms are transforming the way movies are made and consumed. Milan Talkies features music by composer Rana Mazumder and lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya. The film was released in India on 15 March 2019 to mixed reviews from critics and audiences.
