The trailer for the highly anticipated cyber thriller CTRL has officially been released, promising an intriguing exploration of the complexities of our digital lives. Starring Ananya Panday and Vihaan Samat, this film is set for an OTT premiere on October 4, 2024.
Ananya Panday, who recently garnered acclaim for her role in the comedy-drama series Call Me Bae, now takes on a more intense character in CTRL. The trailer reveals her character, Nella Awasthi, who becomes ensnared in a web of digital chaos after she relinquishes control over her life to an artificial intelligence platform named CTRL. This decision leads to unforeseen consequences as she attempts to erase her painful memories and the presence of her unfaithful boyfriend, Joe Mascarenhas, played by Vihaan Samat.
The trailer opens with Nella creating an account on the CTRL app. This app allows users to delegate their happiness and life decisions to a digital entity. Initially, Nella appears to enjoy a blissful relationship with Joe, celebrated by their online followers. However, when she discovers Joe's infidelity, she wishes to erase him from her life entirely. The chilling twist occurs when Joe goes missing in real life, raising questions about the implications of her digital choices.
Directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, known for his unique storytelling style, CTRL is described as a cyber-thriller that resonates with contemporary concerns regarding social media obsession and the potential dangers of artificial intelligence. The tagline—“CTRL your life. ALT your memories. DEL the baggage”—serves as a stark reminder of the film's cautionary message about navigating the digital landscape.
As the release date approaches, excitement is building among fans eager to see how CTRL will unfold its narrative about love, betrayal, and the consequences of living in a hyper-connected world. With its compelling premise and strong performances from its leads, CTRL is poised to become a significant entry in the genre of thrillers.