• Tue. Nov 5th, 2024
    Zara Hatke Zara Bachke

    The film is a tonal switch in its second-half, introducing a plot twist doused in mothballed sentimentality, and adding a dreary sanskari layer to the whole thing.

    How far will you go for a house of your own? And at what point will you draw the line? Zara Hatke Zara Bachke central conflict is one that makes it instantly relatable to millions of middle-class Indians. When it comes right down to it, young Indore-based couple Kapil (Vicky Kaushal) and Soumya (Sara Ali Khan) have some tough calls to take: will they be able to go through with it?

    Zara Hatke is straight out of a sitcom in terms of how it starts. Kapil teaches yoga, and Soumya is a tutor; their two-year marriage is still going strong. They both have little space in their home because of their parents, grandparents, siblings, mother, father, and a nephew who is far too intelligent for his own good and frequently stands in the way of the young couple when they try to cuddle. The two set out on a route that has many obstacles, including (spoiler alert) a fake divorce, because Soumya believes that the only option is a place where they may live privately.

    You’re all set for a light-hearted yarn, as Kapil and Soumya chomp on greasy roadside noodles, split a fizzy soda (she calls him a ‘cheepda’ because he insists on getting only one, never two) and share a five star bar (ooh, more branding) together, while breaking into a couple of forgettable songs. A government housing scheme meant for lower income groups comes up on their radar, and both agree to do questionable things, in the hope of lucking out.

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