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Behen Hogi Teri(2017)

5.4/10
Hindi128 mins

Behen Hogi Teri is a 2017 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy film directed by Ajay K Pannalal. The film stars Rajkummar Rao and Shruti Haasan in lead roles. The story follows Gattu, a jobless young man who loves his neighbor Binny. His family has told everyone that Binny is his sister to protect him from a dangerous criminal. This lie creates chaos in his love life. The film is known for its lighthearted tone and the chemistry between the leads. It was released on 2 June 2017 and is available for streaming on YouTube.

Filmed In:Dehradun, India
Mood:
funnyemotionaluplifting
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Zee5, Prime Video, JioHotstar, Airtel Xstream Play
Theatrical Release
9 June 2017
Director
Ajay K Pannalal
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 8m
Rating
5.4/10

Storyline

Gattu loves Binny. But his family calls her his sister. Binny's father wants her to marry a rich man. Gattu must fight his own family and stop the wedding. Can he win Binny's hand before it is too late?

Love has a crazy family.

Film Details

5.4Rating
128Minutes
HindiLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date9 June 2017
Filmed InDehradun, India

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
funnyemotionaluplifting
Themes
lovefamilyidentityfriendship
Tonewhimsical
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion3
Humor4
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title is a twist on a common Hindi phrase used to reject romantic advances, 'Behen Hogi Teri' meaning 'She will be like your sister'.
  • It was originally titled 'Gattu' after the main character, but was changed to better reflect the movie's central romantic conflict.
  • Actor Rajkummar Rao prepared for his role by spending time in Lucknow to pick up the local accent and mannerisms.
  • The movie is set in a traditional Lucknow neighborhood, known for its 'mohalla' culture and old-world charm.
  • Despite being a romance, the film underperformed at the box office upon its release in 2017.
  • Shruti Haasan, who plays the female lead, also recorded a promotional song for the film's soundtrack.
  • Director Ajay K. Pannalal drew inspiration from real-life stories of community restrictions on local courtship.

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