World Famous Lover (2020) is a Telugu romantic drama that explores love, heartbreak, and self-discovery. The film follows Gautham (Vijay Deverakonda), a struggling writer who loses himself in his failed relationship with Yamini (Raashi Khanna). Unable to cope with reality, he creates multiple love stories in his mind, drawing inspiration from different characters and experiences.
The narrative unfolds through three parallel love stories. In one, Gautham imagines himself as Seenayya, a rugged coal miner married to Suvarna (Aishwarya Rajesh), whose love he takes for granted. In another, he becomes an adventurous French writer who falls for Iza (Izabelle Leite). Lastly, he portrays a corporate employee in a modern-day love affair with Smitha (Catherine Tresa).
As Gautham navigates these fictional relationships, he realizes the value of true love and his mistakes with Yamini. The film ultimately explores the consequences of neglect, emotional turmoil, and redemption. Featuring intense performances, heartfelt emotions, and a layered screenplay, World Famous Lover is a deeply emotional tale about love’s fragility and the need for self-awareness in relationships.
