Jhoota Kahin Ka
Jhoota Kahin Ka

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Jhoota Kahin Ka

1979
Movie
132 min
Hindi

A family of four is separated after the ship they're traveling on capsizes. The two brothers, Ajay and Vijay, grow up apart - only to reunite years later under much different circumstances.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Shomu MukherjeeGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Two young men, Vikram and Ravi, find themselves in a complicated situation when they both fall for the same woman. Vikram pretends to be a rich businessman, while Ravi poses as his employee to win her affections. Their elaborate deceptions lead to a series of comical misunderstandings and chaotic events as they try to outsmart each other and impress the object of their desire. The film explores themes of love, friendship, and the humorous consequences of dishonesty.

Critical Reception

Jhoota Kahin Ka was a moderate commercial success, primarily appreciated for its light-hearted comedy and the chemistry between its lead actors. While not a critical masterpiece, it provided enjoyable entertainment for its target audience. The performances were generally well-received, particularly Rishi Kapoor's comedic timing. The film is remembered as a typical Bollywood entertainer of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its humorous situations and comedic performances.

  • Enjoyable romantic entanglement with a lighthearted approach.

  • A typical Bollywood entertainer that doesn't aim for deep intellectual engagement.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this specific film on Google is not readily available, but its genre and era suggest it was likely appreciated as a fun, escapist comedy.

Fun Fact

The film marked one of the numerous on-screen pairings of real-life couple Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh, who were immensely popular together during the 1970s.

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