Biwi Ho To Aisi
Biwi Ho To Aisi

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Biwi Ho To Aisi

1988
Movie
155 min
Hindi

Suraj secretly marries village belle Shalu against his domineering mother Kamla's wishes. In a bid to get rid of Shalu, Kamla frames her and accuses her of stealing jewellery and money.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: J. Om PrakashGenres: Comedy, Drama, Family

Plot Summary

The film tells the story of Vikram, who is happily married to Tara. However, his domineering mother disapproves of Tara and constantly tries to create trouble in their marriage. Vikram is torn between his mother and his wife, leading to various comedic and dramatic situations. Eventually, Tara must find a way to win over her mother-in-law and prove her worth within the family.

Critical Reception

Biwi Ho To Aisi was a commercial success, primarily praised for its comedic elements and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Rekha and Farooq Shaikh. While not critically acclaimed for its originality, it resonated well with family audiences for its lighthearted take on domestic relationships and the typical mother-in-law/daughter-in-law dynamics prevalent in Indian cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its humor and the chemistry between the lead actors.

  • Appreciated for its relatable depiction of family dynamics and traditional values.

  • Seen as an entertaining, albeit formulaic, Bollywood comedy-drama.

Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive, with viewers enjoying the comedic timing and the heartwarming family narrative. Many recall it fondly as a classic entertainer from the late 80s.

Fun Fact

This film marked the debut of Salman Khan's younger brother, Sohail Khan, in a supporting role, though he was uncredited.

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