Trans. This is being Street Smart. It is an Indian Marathi language comedy buddy film. Directed by Sachin Pilgaonkar. Starring an ensemble cast of Ashok Saraf, Sachin Pilgaonkar, Laxmikant Berde, Siddharth ray, Ashwini Bhave, Supriya Pligaonkar, Priya Arun Berde, Nivedita Joshi Saraf, Nayantara.
The film follows the core plot from the 1966 Hindi film ‘Biwi Aur Makan’ directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee. Which was an adaptation of Sailesh Dey’s Bengali play Joymakali Boarding.
Widely regarded as one of the greatest comedy films in Marathi cinema. It achieved cult status in Marathi cinema due to its overwhelming reception.
Sachin chose to play the role of Sudhir / Sudha & cast Ashok Saraf as Dhanjay Mane, making it his fourth collaboration with Sachin. Laxmikant Berde was chosen for the role of Parshuram/ Parvati & was thrilled. But got upset when he realized he had to portray a woman. Sachin reassured him by stating , ‘you are likely to receive appreciation for your portrayal of Parvati’.
The role of Madhuri was offered to Kishori Shahane but after she declined, it went to Ashwini Bhave.
Featuring strong performances, the film showcased exceptional comic timing, influencing future generations of actors.
Remakes … ‘Olu Saar Bari Olu’ 2003 in Kannada, ‘Paying Guests (2009) in Hindi, ‘Mr & Mrs 420 (2014) in Punjabi, ‘Jio Pagla’ in Bengali.
The film was also an inspiration for 1991 Telugu film ‘Chitram Bhalare Vichitram which was remade in Kannada as ‘Bombat Hendthi’ (1992) & in Tamil as ‘Aanazhagan (1995).
Today again the house / housing crunch has made people to rent houses. Whatever the conditions of the landlord they are ready.
The desperation leads to people quoting higher prices. Of the three necessities, ‘makaan’ or a house remains a dream for many .
The theme is fresh & one can enjoy this film anytime any where.
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