Kapil Dubey (played by Vicky Kaushal) and Saumya Chawla Dubey (played by Sara Ali Khan) live in a middle-class family in Indore. They dream of having their own house but can’t afford it. To solve this, they decide to get divorced so Saumya can qualify for a government housing scheme. However, their plan doesn’t go smoothly, and they start facing real problems that could lead to an actual divorce. The movie follows how they try to fix their lives.
Director Laxman Utekar captures the middle-class lifestyle perfectly. The house is crowded, with peeling paint and a kitchen covered in soot. The living room has an old fridge, and the family members have their own quirky ways of living together. Neighbors often drop by unexpectedly, and the couple longs for some private moments. It feels so real that you can relate to their struggles. You want them to succeed because their victory represents hope for many middle-class families.
The film is not just about the set design and costumes; it also has a touching story and realistic dialogues that sound like real conversations. It’s marketed as a comedy, and the writing reflects everyday situations. For example, the film starts with the couple bringing home a cake for their anniversary, only to find out it’s non-vegetarian, which causes a stir in the family. Kapil is a Brahmin, and Saumya is a Sikh, and their families constantly remind them of this. The court scenes, featuring a funny divorce lawyer, add to the humor of the story.
