Ghar Mein Ram Gali Mein Shyam(1988)
'Ghar Mein Ram Gali Mein Shyam' is a 1988 Indian Hindi-language comedy-drama film directed by Subhash Sonik. The lead cast includes Govinda, Neelam Kothari, Rita Bhaduri, and Anupam Kher. The story follows a village bride who discovers her husband is already married to a city woman. The film is a remake of the Telugu hit 'Intlo Ramayya Veedhilo Krishnayya'. It blends slapstick comedy with family drama and moral lessons. The movie received mixed reviews but was a moderate commercial success. It is known for its catchy songs and Govinda's energetic performance. The film was released in 1988.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- JioHotstar, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1988
- Director
- Subhash Sonik
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 16m
- Rating
- 4.9/10
Storyline
A village girl named Radha marries Amar and moves to the city. She soon discovers Amar has a secret first wife named Shobha. Radha must decide whether to leave him or fight for her marriage. Her choice leads to laughter, tears, and an unexpected friendship.
“Two wives, one husband, endless comedy”
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Ghar Mein Ram Gali Mein Shyam
Cast reunions in this film: Neelam & Neelam Kothari (17 films together), Anupam Kher & Govinda (15 films together), Anupam Kher & Beena Banerjee (10 films together), Govinda & Satish Shah (7 films together), Govinda & Kirti Kumar (7 films together), and Govinda & Neelam Kothari (7 films together).
Trivia
- This film was directed by Subhash Sonik, who was primarily known as a music composer and not a director.
- The movie's title references the popular Hindi saying about having a pious image at home but a different one outside.
- It features actress Anita Raj in a lead role during a prolific phase of her career in the 1980s.
- The film's plot reflects social concerns of the era regarding women's safety and marital trust.
- The soundtrack was composed by Sonik himself, blending typical 1980s film music with devotional themes.
- Despite its dramatic premise, the film did not become a major commercial success upon release.
- It includes action sequences, which were a common element in family dramas of the 1980s to attract wider audiences.