Why was comedy-king Johnny Lever so 'emotionally moved' after watching Lakshmi R Iyer's 2050 Care with Love co-starring Sulbha Arya ? by Chaitanya Padukone

As Johnny Lever stepped out from the Red Bulb preview theatre after watching the premiere of short film 2050 Care with Love

By Chaitanya Padukone 17 Mar 2025 in Entertainment

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Why was comedy-king Johnny Lever so 'emotionally moved' after watching Lakshmi R Iyer's 2050 Care with Love co-starring Sulbha Arya by Chaitanya Padukone (9)

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As Johnny Lever stepped out from the Red Bulb preview theatre after watching the premiere of short film 2050 Care with Love, the otherwise jovial witty comedy-king Johnny-bhai seemed 'emotionally moved' as he expressed his sentiments.

"Watching my excellent comedienne-mimic artiste daughter Jamie Lever in a different emotional role of a caretaker-nurse with very subtle comedy. That too in a highly relatable heart-warming story, I was very touched. Both Jamie and Sulbha-jee were amazingly spontaneous. in their bonding... Commendable credit goes to 2050 film director Lakshmi R. Iyer for casting Jamie in an image-defying role.," reacted special celeb guest Johnny-bhai.

The currently trending on YouTube short film 2050 effectively deals with a sensitive subject where the elderly are often left longing for warmth and connection. That's mainly because the now grown-up children are mostly too preoccupied with their own career-job-profession deadlines. With limited free time or sometimes even no spare time, to devote for their elderly Parents emotional needs and health-care.

With a little more than 20 minutes running time, 2050 Care With Love emerges as a poignant reminder that love, care, and companionship are the true healers of the soul. Directed by Lakshmi R Iyer, and Produced by Santosh Acharjya of Elios Films, this heartfelt short film weaves a deeply emotional narrative, brought to life by the exuberant Jamie Lever, the legendary seasoned Sulbha Arya, versatile actors Avinash Dwivedi, Trishaan Maini and vibrant actress-model Vaidika Senjaliya ( in a cameo-role) The short film has an endearing theme vocals sung by Hamsika Iyer --composed by the acclaimed Kaushal Inamdar. (of Tanuja-starrer 'Pitruroon' movie fame) .

At the 2050 film's special screening, the invited audiences were overwhelmed by the protagonist's silent battle of loneliness and the quiet resilience found in moments of love and care. In an era where time moves too fast and digital screens and WhatsApp replaces real conversations, 2050 reminds us of the unspoken longing for companionship. Especially for those who once gave their all, but now wait at some distant location, for someone to simply pause, speak courteously to them, and hold their hand.

Besides director Lakshmi R Iyer, producer Santosh Acharjya, and the entire lead cast special celeb guests like Johnny Lever, Anant Mahadevan, Sudhanshu Pandey, Rupali Suri, Heital Puniwala, Hamsika Iyer, Manraj Singh, M Ravichandran, Vinati Makijany ( daughter of legendary Sholay actor Mac Mohan) Nishant Singh Malkani among many others graced the event making it a grand success. After the screening, the audiences seemed to have an emotional hang-over and found their own life reflecting the film in myriad ways.

For actress Jamie Lever, this journey was more than just a role; it was a deeply personal experience. “I saw my grandma in Sulbha Arya,” Jamie shares, her voice brimming with emotion. “There was something so familiar about her warmth, her wisdom, and the way she carried stories in her eyes. It didn’t feel like just acting—it felt like a conversation with someone I’ve known forever.”

The rapport between Jamie and Sulbha Arya wasn’t just limited to the screen. Between takes, they exchanged stories of cinema, life, and the echoes of time. What started as professional camaraderie soon transformed into something deeper—an unspoken bonding built on respect, admiration, and the shared understanding of human emotions.

Sulbha Arya, with decades of experience and a heart full of warmth, saw in Jamie the same passion that once fueled her own journey. “Jamie is a delightful soul, full of life and authenticity,” she reflects. “Watching her perform in 2050 reminded me of the excitement and enthusiasm I had when I started. Avinash Dwivedi, as the NRI US-based son who wants his mother's happiness, but cannot shift base to India adds to the emotions of this film. Even as he reflects possibly a similar situation of almost every NRI son or daughter There’s utmost sincerity in Sulbha's acting-craft that touches your heart.”

Director Lakshmi R Iyer, who envisioned this powerful story, watched their bond unfold with quiet admiration. “There was magic in the way Jamie and Sulabha ji connected. It wasn’t just about the characters they played—it was about the emotions they carried, the stories they lived, and the love they shared, both on and off-screen. It also cautions us that 25 years later ( in year 2050) the population of the elderly is likely to be doubled and we have to be prepared to handle it with respectful care, proactive health concern, and with warm cheerful sensitivity .”

Produced by Santosh Kumar Acharjya, 2050 isn’t just a film—it is an emotion, a reflection of the love we sometimes forget to give, and a gentle nudge to remind us. That in an era of fleeting, fickle connections, the greatest gift we can offer is attentive presence, patience, and the promise of never letting go.

The short film 2050 just released on March 15, 2025, has met with a fabulous response on YouTube, bringing this deeply moving, entertaining yet realistic story to both Indians and global NRI viewers.

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