Broken...But Beautiful 2
Cast: Vikrant Massey, Harleen Sethi
On: ALT Balaji
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A diehard enthusiast of Imtiaz Ali films, my personal favourite remains the under-rated Love Aaj Kal, a film that made me believe in soulmates. Filmy much? Sure, but the second edition of Broken...But Beautiful is just that — every shade of filmy and feel-good romance. Written by Reshu Nath and directed finely by debutant Harsh Dedhia, the series explores how the anguish of past baggage can affect relationships.

Vikrant Massey is in top form as he returns as Veer, who is drastically different from the heartbroken widower we saw in the last edition. Harleen Sethi's Samaira has transformed into an emotionally detached woman, who is actively pursuing casual dating. Three years have passed since they last met, but when they come face-to-face, sparks fly yet again. There's an unspoken bond between them that refuses to die even when they are seeking happiness with other people — after all, Veer is content in his relationship with Debbie, and Samaira, with her childhood friend Ayan. Through his leads, Nath explores the complications and confusion that love brings along, effortlessly. When the writing loses sheen, the show rides smoothly on the infallible chemistry between Massey and Sethi.