Saas Bahu Aur Sensex
Saas Bahu Aur Sensex

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Saas Bahu Aur Sensex

2008
Movie
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Hindi

After a bitter divorce from her Kolkata-based husband, Binita Sen re-locates to live in Modern Society, Navi Mumbai, along with her resentful daughter, Nitya. She is soon befriended by a kitty-party group consisting of Jasbeer Brar, Anita Jethmalani, Dilnavaz Noorani, Parimal Bhosle, Lata Kodialbal, and Sania Noorani, whose primary interest appears to be a daytime soap featuring modern characters of two lovers, Kunti and Arjun. Binita gets hired as a teacher, while Nitya gets a job at a call-center, MacMillan & Modi, through stock broker Feroz Sethna and Ritesh Jethmalani respectively. While Nitya gets attracted to Ritesh, she is a little dejected after she finds he has a steady girlfriend in Kirti Wagaskar.

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IMDb5.5/10
Google Users70%
Director: Imtiaz AliGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman is pressured by her family to marry, but she insists on finding a partner who understands her aspirations. Her search leads her to a charismatic financial analyst, and their unconventional relationship challenges traditional family dynamics and societal expectations surrounding marriage and careers. The film explores the clash between modern ambitions and conservative values within an Indian family context.

Critical Reception

Saas Bahu Aur Sensex received a mixed to largely negative reception from critics. While some appreciated its attempt to tackle contemporary themes within a family drama, many found the execution to be uneven and the plot predictable. The performances were generally viewed as adequate, but the film struggled to find a strong footing critically.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its modern take on family and career aspirations, but criticized for a predictable plot.

  • Found to be an interesting concept that ultimately lacked strong execution and depth.

  • Performances were generally considered serviceable, but did not elevate the material significantly.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many appreciating the film's attempt to address relatable issues of career versus marriage and family expectations. Some viewers found the story engaging and the performances likable, though others felt the film was too simplistic or lacked a strong narrative drive.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Saas Bahu Aur Sensex,' humorously juxtaposes the traditional Indian family dynamic ('Saas Bahu') with the world of stock market trading ('Sensex'), reflecting the film's thematic exploration of modern financial aspirations within a traditional setting.

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