Ujda Chaman

Ujda Chaman Film Poster

Ujda Chaman is a 2019 Indian Hindi-language comedy-drama film directed by Abhishek Pathak. The film is a remake of the 2017 Kannada movie Ondu Motteya Kathe. It stars Sunny Singh in the lead role, along with Maanvi Gagroo, Karishma Sharma, Aishwarya Sakhuja, and Saurabh Shukla in supporting roles.

Plot

The story revolves around Chaman Kohli, a 30-year-old Hindi lecturer who suffers from premature balding. His baldness becomes a significant obstacle in his quest for a suitable bride. The film explores the societal pressures and personal insecurities associated with physical appearance, particularly in the context of arranged marriages in India.

Chaman's parents are desperate to find him a bride before he turns 31, as they believe it will become increasingly difficult afterward. Despite numerous rejections and humiliations, Chaman remains hopeful. His life takes a turn when he meets Apsara, a confident and overweight woman who faces her own set of societal judgments. The film delves into their evolving relationship and the acceptance of self and others.

Cast

• Sunny Singh as Chaman Kohli
• Maanvi Gagroo as Apsara Batra
• Karishma Sharma as Ekta
• Aishwarya Sakhuja as Shweta
• Saurabh Shukla as Guruji
• Atul Kumar as Mr. Kohli
• Grusha Kapoor as Mrs. Kohli

Production

Ujda Chaman was produced by Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak under the banner of Panorama Studios. The film's music was composed by Gourov-Roshin, Guru Randhawa, and Hitesh Sonik. The cinematography was handled by Sudhir K. Chaudhary, and the editing was done by Ritesh Soni.

Release

The film was released on 1 November 2019. It received mixed reviews from critics, who praised the performances of the lead actors but criticized the screenplay and direction. Despite the mixed reviews, the film managed to perform moderately well at the box office.

Themes

Ujda Chaman addresses themes such as societal beauty standards, self-acceptance, and the impact of physical appearance on personal relationships. It highlights the struggles faced by individuals who do not conform to conventional standards of beauty and the importance of looking beyond physical attributes.

Reception

The film received a mixed response from critics. While some appreciated the film's attempt to tackle a sensitive subject with humor, others felt that it did not fully explore the complexities of the issue. The performances of Sunny Singh and Maanvi Gagroo were particularly praised.

See also

• Ondu Motteya Kathe
• Bala (2019 film)
• Hindi cinema
• Comedy-drama