In the world of storytelling, Ekta Kapoor has seen it all, yet one scene from ‘Laila Majnu’ pierced her like no other. The TV and film mogul took to Instagram to reveal how it overwhelmed her emotions during narration.
Kais, returning after four years in London, collapses upon reuniting with Laila. The reason? A profound disconnect between his imagined beloved and the real one, born from years of longing and isolation.
Ekta placed it in elite company: only the second time after her breakthrough serial’s birthday episode and third after ‘The Dirty Picture’s’ tragedy. Midway through describing it, tears flowed so heavily she needed five minutes to steady herself, astonishing director Sajid Ali.
‘It remains as stunning today,’ she noted. Ekta captured its essence vividly: Love so intense it causes blackout. Despite whispers of Kais reveling in London, Laila’s eyes confirmed his suffering echoed hers. No deception could hide the mutual soul-deep yearning. Here, emotions transcend language.
The 2018 release, directed by Sajid Ali and presented by Imtiaz Ali, was a labor of love from producers Ekta, Shobha Kapoor, and Preeti Ali. Its narrative and soundtrack still dominate social feeds, proving the Laila-Majnu legend’s timeless allure. Ekta’s raw admission underscores why this film lingers in hearts, urging viewers to experience its unmatched emotional punch.