Is Rajkummar-Triptii's 'Vicky Vidya...' inspired by this Hollywood film
The trailer for Raaj Shaandilyaa's forthcoming comedy, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, starring Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri, was recently released. It was met with a positive response, with viewers praising Dimri and Rao's comic timing and the strength of the ensemble cast. However, the film's unique plot has drawn comparisons to the Hollywood movie Sex Tape, though the makers have not confirmed any such inspiration.
Plot parallels between the two films
The plot of Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video bears a striking resemblance to Jake Kasdan's 2014 romantic comedy Sex Tape, starring Cameron Diaz and Jason Segal. In both films, the main characters grapple with the loss of a self-recorded sex tape. The ensuing narrative revolves around their attempts at damage control and retrieval of the lost tape, providing ample comedic moments.
Distinguishing features of 'Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video'
Despite the similarities, there are a few key differences betweenthe two movies. In the Hindi movie, Rao and Dimri portray newlyweds whose honeymoon sex tape goes missing. Conversely, in Sex Tape, Diaz and Segal play a long-married couple with two children who create a sex tape to rekindle their relationship. These variations provide unique spins on the shared premise.
'Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video' trailer highlights
The trailer of Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video provides a glimpse into the comedic journey of Vicky and Vidya, played by Rao and Dimri, as they strive to recover their missing honeymoon CD. Set in the picturesque town of Rishikesh, the couple, with assistance from their family, embark on a hilarious adventure. The film is humorously described as 97% family-oriented and 3% super family-oriented.
'Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video' set for October release
The film is co-produced by Bhushan Kumar's T-Series and Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Motion Pictures. The movie, featuring a star-studded ensemble cast including Archana Puran Singh, Rakesh Bedi, Mukesh Tiwari, Tiku Talsania, Mallika Sherawat, and Jaswant Singh is set to hit theaters on October 11. It will be released alongside Alia Bhatt's Jigra, setting up an interesting box office clash.
