After captivating audiences as an heiress-turned-badass journalist in Call Me Bae, Ananya Panday is back in the limelight, but this time with a darker twist. The trailer for her upcoming Netflix film CTRL has just been unveiled, generating buzz on social media. The story follows Nella (Ananya Panday), a social media influencer navigating life alongside her boyfriend Joe (Vihaan Samat). Together, they curate an Instagram account that their fans adore, seeing them as the ultimate relationship goals.
However, their idyllic image shatters when Joe is caught cheating on camera, and the footage goes viral, turning Nella into a target of online ridicule. In a bid to reclaim her life, she creates an account on an app called CTRL, seeking an AI-generated companion to “erase” her ex. Just after that fateful decision, Joe mysteriously goes missing. Is Nella’s involvement the cause, or is a more sinister plot at play?Ananya Panday seems to have found her stride with her choice of roles. Representing Gen Z, her character grapples with issues of social media validation, relationship turmoil, and professional challenges, resonating with audiences.
This role serves as a progression from her character in Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, pushing her performance into more thrilling territory. Panday delivers a raw and honest portrayal of anger, confusion, and desperation, capturing the essence of a young woman drawn to the alluring potential of AI.Vihaan Samat finds himself once again in a toxic relationship with Panday, having previously played a married couple in Call Me Bae. He brings depth to his character, navigating the complexities of their relationship with skill.
The trailer offers a nod to contemporary culture, featuring a clip of Tanmay Bhatt’s YouTube reaction video, grounding the narrative in reality. The plot explores the unsettling consequences of AI gone awry, heightening the intrigue.We’re eagerly anticipating CTRL, which promises a fresh and engaging perspective. Directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, the film is set to premiere on the OTT platform on October 4, 2024.
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