Film: Atithi tum kab jaoge
Director: Ashwni Dhir
Cast: Ajay Devgan, Paresh Rawal, Konkona Sen
Rating: ***1/2
One of my childhood memories is that of several relatives visiting us in Mumbai (presumably for a few days), but overstaying their welcome. Those days, the atithis were not considered as intruders. Times have changed! Today, an atithi’s arrival may cause hindrance and rob you of your “privacy”.
Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge mirrors a reality, but the story has humour and emotions, and also a generous dose of devotional quotient that is well integrated in the storyline.
The movie, a light-hearted entertainer, tells the story of Puneet (Ajay Devgn) and Munmun (Konkana Sen), a married couple living in Mumbai. Their lives take an interesting turn when a distant relative, Chachaji (Paresh Rawal), turns up unannounced at their doorstep from a far-off village.
Director Ashwni Dhir and his team of writers (Robin Bhatt, Tushar Hiranandani) have ensured that there are ample scenes that you carry home. Director Ashwni Dhir, best known for penning comic shows, proves he’s at ease handling dramatic and emotional scenes.
It requires a lot of courage to play a role that’s devoid of star mannerisms and Ajay enacts this part most convincingly. Konkana is spontaneous. Paresh is superb as the atithi. He’s the scene-stealer!
Final word: This atithi will find a place in your heart.
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