Bade Miyan Chote Miyan
Bade Miyan Chote Miyan

Bade Miyan Chote Miyan

1998Movie142 minHindi

Arjun and Pyare are two police officers witha friendly rivalry, who get framed for various crimes being committed by their doppelgangers.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: David DhawanGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Two petty criminals, Bade Miyan and Chote Miyan, are mistaken for notorious gangsters due to a series of comedic mix-ups. They are hired by a wealthy businessman to eliminate his son and daughter-in-law, who are unknowingly the real Bade Miyan and Chote Miyan. As they navigate their dangerous mission, they find themselves entangled in a web of mistaken identities, double-crossing, and escalating chaos.

Critical Reception

Bade Miyan Chote Miyan was a commercial success, primarily lauded for its slapstick comedy, energetic performances by its lead actors, and mass appeal. While critically divisive, its entertainment value and larger-than-life sequences resonated well with audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its comedic timing and the chemistry between Amitabh Bachchan and Govinda.
  • Criticized for its predictable plot and over-reliance on typical Bollywood masala elements.
  • Recognized as a fun, albeit formulaic, entertainer.

Google audience: Audience reception highlighted the film's humor and the entertaining performances of the lead actors, making it a popular choice for light-hearted entertainment, though some found the storyline to be simplistic.

Fun Fact

This film marked a significant comeback for Amitabh Bachchan into mainstream commercial cinema after a period of focusing on character roles and television.

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