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Hamari Shaadi(1990)

Hindi minstheatrical

Hamari Shaadi is a 1990 Hindi-language romantic comedy film directed by Basu Chatterjee. The lead cast includes Ashok Kumar, Raj Babbar, Juhi Chawla, and Alok Nath. The story follows Ravi and Shashi, a young couple whose marriage plans are blocked by their feuding fathers. The two fathers have been enemies for twenty years over a minor business dispute. The film is noted for its light-hearted tone and focus on family reconciliation. It was released in India in 1990 and received positive reviews for its performances and simple storytelling.

Mood:
emotionalfunnyuplifting
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
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Theatrical Release
1 January 1990
Director
Basu Chatterjee
Language
Hindi
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Storyline

Ravi loves Shashi and wants to marry her. But their fathers have been bitter enemies for twenty years. The fathers forbid the marriage. Ravi and Shashi must find a way to end the feud and win their families' blessings. Can love conquer old pride?

Love can heal the oldest wounds

Film Details

Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date1 January 1990
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalfunnyuplifting
Themes
lovefamilyidentityfriendship
Tonewhimsical
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence1
Emotion3
Humor4
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film was originally titled 'Shaadi Se Pehle' but was changed to 'Hamari Shaadi' before release.
  • It was one of the few films where actor Anupam Kher played a romantic lead opposite actress Farha Naaz.
  • The movie's music was composed by Bappi Lahiri, known for his disco hits, but the soundtrack had a softer, more melodic style.
  • Director Basu Chatterjee shot parts of the film in the hill station of Nainital, a common location in his movies.
  • The film's release coincided with a period where family-oriented comedies were struggling at the box office.
  • Actress Farha Naaz, sister of Tabu, was a popular star in the late 80s and early 90s for such middle-class dramas.
  • This was one of the last films produced by the banner 'Film Folks', known for Basu Chatterjee's earlier hits.

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