Zara Hatke Zara Bachke - Cast, Release Date, Reviews & More

I. Introduction

Hatke, Zara Laxman Utekar is the director and co-writer of the 2023 romantic comedy Zara Bachke. Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali Khan play the key roles in the Indian-set film. The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) program of the Indian government allows a couple to leave their joint family and buy their own home. The narrative is produced by Dinesh Vijan and Jyoti Deshpande.

II. Release Date

The film was released on 2 June 2023 in India.

III. Cast

The main cast of Zara Hatke Zara Bachke includes:

• Vicky Kaushal as Kapil

• Sara Ali Khan as Somya

• Sharib Hashmi as Kapil's father

• Rakesh Bedi as Somya's father

• Sushmita Mukherjee as Kapil's mother

• Manoj Pahwa as Somya's mother

IV. Story

A young couple who are much in love, Kapil and Somya, live in a joint home with their parents and siblings. However, they come to a point where they crave for independence and want to travel apart. They eagerly submit their application with the hope of receiving a home through the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). Unfortunately, when their application is denied, their dreams are dashed. Despite their disappointment, they are unwavering in their resolve and persistent in their search for a way to acquire a home that they can call their own.

V. Trailer

VI. IMDb Rating

The film has an IMDb rating of 7.5 out of 10.

VII. Review

Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, directed by Laxman Utekar, presents a delightful romantic comedy set in a small town. The film introduces Kapil Dubey (Vicky Kaushal), his wife Saumya Chawla Dubey (Sara Ali Khan), and their eccentric joint family. Chaos ensues when Pandit's family accidentally consumes a cake with eggs, leading to humorous exchanges. Frustrated by constant taunts, Saumya insists on moving out, sparking their quest to buy a house, which proves financially unfeasible.

When Saumya learns of a government plan to purchase a flat, the plot takes an unusual turn. But there's a catch: Kapil is no longer eligible because his family already owns a home. Bhagwan Das (Inaamulhaq), a dubious agent, advises that Saumya can meet the requirements for the women's quota if she divorces Kapil and intends to remarry when they have the home. Following a staged altercation, the couple attempts to persuade their family and a court that they should get a divorce while amusing the audience with a series of comical blunders. The craziness is increased by the inclusion of a love triangle and Daroga, an obtrusive security guard (Sharib Hashmi).

The first half of the movie is especially funny, even if the plot seems implausible as Kapil and Saumya go to extraordinary lengths to get a house they don't really need. Due to implausible and over-the-top storyline developments in the second half, such as pretending to be siblings or coping with a government official's surprise visit to Saumya's rented flat, the entertainment value, however, declines. The story is not adequately advanced by a medical emergency subplot, which adds drama but causes a hurried climax that could have been better developed.

Vicky Kaushal gives a great performance, convincingly capturing the character of a thrifty small-town person. He excels in a touching hospital scene where Kapil and Saumya talk about their differences. Sara Ali Khan, on the other hand, finds it difficult to play a passionate Punjabi girl or a middle-class daughter-in-law successfully. Strong performances are given by the supporting cast, which includes Inaamulhaq, Rakesh Bedi as Saumya's father, Harcharan Chawla, and Akash Khurana as Kapil's father. Neeraj Sood and Kanupriya Pandit also play the uncle and aunt. The likable music by Sachin-Jigar and the cinematography by Raghav Ramadoss successfully convey Indore's small-town feel and quirks.

In conclusion, Zara Hatke Because of its clever writing, unusual characters, and performances, Zara Bachke makes for a fun one-time watch. However, it falls short of its full potential due to the unbelievable plot and subpar screenplay.