Shashilal Nair`s film Ek Chhotisi Love Story, which was not allowed a release in Maharashtra, has been successfully released in all parts of the country.What`s more, the film which is about an adolescent`s obsession with a 25 year-old woman, has amassed massive collections.

Made on a shoe-string budget, the film has reaped in more than what was expected, thanks to the titilliating publicity. Actress Manisha Koirala, who objected to the inclusion of scenes done by a body double, is fighting a lonely battle with no supporters by her side. A moti si publicity, a mota sa bank balance, what more could have the chota sa director, Shashilal Nair asked for!