Synopsis
Mudhassar Aziz directed the film Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019), which is a modern rom-com remake of the 1978 film of the same name. Unlike the original film which was a satire on an extramarital affair, the 2019 version puts a modern spin on the story with updated humor, youthful exuberance, and a more egalitarian take on relationships.
The movie is a mixture of comedy, drama, and romance and tackles issues such as love, temptation, insecurity, and marriage in the contemporary context.
Plot Summary
The story revolves around a middle-class government employee from Kanpur, Abhinav “Chintu” Tyagi (Kartik Aaryan), who lives what seems to be an idyllic life with a charming wife, Vedika (Bhumi Pednekar). As is the case with most men, Chintu soon finds himself captivated by the glamorous Tapasya Singh (Ananya Panday), a fashion designer from Delhi, even though he is married.
Chintu’s loyalty is tested, and he is soon caught in a whirlwind tangled in a web of conflicting halves of reality and peculiar encounters. Though the situation is uproariously funny, it also challenges the ideals of trust and communication in a relationship and the bonds of marriage.
In the end, the film poses the question whether Chintu gives in to temptation or chooses to recognize the true worth of his wife and his married life.
Cast and Performances
Kartik Aaryan as Chintu Tyagi – The middle-class character conveys his inner turmoil as both confused and relatable, and perfectly captures “everyman” emotions. The lead carries the film forward with his blend of comic timing and dramatic expressions.
Bhumi Pednekar as Vedika Tyagi – Strong, witty, and independent. Vedika steps outside the one-dimensional “wife” role, portraying a woman who understands her value.
Ananya Panday as Tapasya Singh – She brings youth and vivacity. As the “other woman,” she plays her role with innocent charm, offering a contemporary angle on the love triangle.
Aparshakti Khurana as Fahim – Chintu’s devoted friend adds to the film’s humor with memorable comic relief.
Supporting Cast – Includes Manu Rishi Chadha and others who contribute to the small-town charm and humor of the film.
Direction and Cinematic Style
Mudhassar Aziz preserves the small-town charm of the film while updating the storyline. His direction ensures a blend of humor alongside emotional honesty, making sure that the film does not become a mindless, vulgar, slapstick comedy about cheating. The depiction of Kanpur–its lingo, culture, and references–anchors the film while endowing relatability to the audience.
Music and Soundtrack
Tanishk Bagchi and Rochak Kohli, among others, composed the music for the film which became a major hit. Some of the chartbuster songs are:
“Dheeme Dheeme” – A romantic and peppy song that became a anthem for dancers.
“Ankhiyon Se Goli Mare” – Energetic remake of the class Govinda Raveena duet make it a lively number.
“Dilbara” – A track enriching song with the zest of the featured emotional narrative of the film.
The film employs pop music tracks, which greatly aids the soundtrack.
Themes and Symbolism
Temptation Vs Loyalty – A test of faithfulness to a partner often comes from an extramarital interest vying for one’s attention.
Modern femininity – An Inversly stereotype breaking character of Vedika depicts a blend of courage, autonomy, and self worth.
Marriage in small town India – Highlights the socially insecure and couple’s often face.
Chaos.Exceptional humor revolving around lies backfiring and creating overly complex situations.
Reception
The film Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019) grossed above 117 crore, making it a commercial success. Alongside the humor and small town vibes, the critics lauded the performances of Kartik, Bhumi and Ananya. On the other end, some viewers thought the remake leaned too far into softening the harsher satire of the original.
Legacy
The concept of the film still manages to reach and appeal diverse traffic with a new age twist, successfully modernizing the concept for the new generation. This, along with reinforcing Kartik Aaryan’s reputation as a bollywood rom-com leading man, gave Bhumi Pednekar Pednekar a versatile role.
The 2019 Pati Patni Aur Who may be positioned against the 1978 original, but it offers a refreshing take as a vibrant, youthful entertainer that combines humor with sociocultural observations of romance and matrimony.
