

In a heartwarming tale of love and family values, a middle-class father and son from Delhi find themselves in a unique situation. The son is in love with a girl his father disapproves of, while the father, who has never remarried, unexpectedly finds love at 60. As they navigate through conflicting emotions, they learn the true meaning of love and sacrifice.
August 9
2024
Release Date
Hindi
Language
2 minutes
2 hours
Running Time
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Cast


Sanjay Dutt


Raveena Tandon


Parth Samthaan


Aruna Irani


Achint Kaur













Khushali Kumar













Aakkash Dabhade













Riney Aryaa













Yogesh Garg













Naresh Gosain













Alika Nair













Navni Parihar













Santosh Rai













Surendra Rajan













Anju Rajiv













Prem Saxena













Neeraj Sood
2.5
Average Rating
The above-mentioned average rating is based on the derived ratings of multiple review platforms
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Plot
The movie revolves around two love stories - one between a girl and boy and other between their respective widowed parents who are former lovers reuniting and planning to get married. The film explores themes of inter-community relationships and step-siblings as husband and wife, all amidst family opposition and drama. With a predictable and cliched narrative, the story lacks depth and fails to engage the audience on an emotional level.
Acting
Parth Samthaan and Khushalii Kumar deliver passable performances with a natural chemistry on screen. However, they are let down by a lazy script and uninspiring dialogues. Sanjay Dutt and Raveena Tandon, despite their nostalgic presence, struggle with poorly written characters and lackluster chemistry. Aruna Irani's portrayal of the stern matriarch feels over-the-top and fails to add depth to the narrative.
Cinematography
The cinematography of Ghudchadi fails to elevate the mediocre script and storytelling. The film lacks visual appeal and relies heavily on cliched settings and lackluster visuals. The dance songs add a little to the overall narrative, and the film feels sluggish despite its attempts at showcasing grandeur.
Direction
Directed by Binnoy K Gandhi, Ghudchadi shows promise with its even pacing but falls short in delivering an engaging story and nuanced screenplay. The director could have done better with tighter script and more engaging storytelling. The film attempts relies on cliches and tropes, diluting the impact of its core conflicts and resolutions.
Conclusion
Ghudchadi is a lackluster film that fails to offer anything exceptional to the audience. With a predictable plot, uninspiring performances, and outdated storytelling, the movie struggles to hold the viewer's interest. Despite the nostalgic presence of veteran actors like Sanjay Dutt and Raveena Tandon, the film falls flat in delivering a compelling narrative. Overall, Ghudchadi may not resonate with viewers seeking a fresh and engaging cinematic experience.
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