The greatest movie ever made..!

Slow pace in the most part of the movie.

Most undeservingly overhyped movie of all time??

Close shines in drama with strong language, adult themes.

Rating : 4 & 1/2 stars out of 5 : Outstanding (a disconnected dishonest finale still cannot undermine the overall merit of this natural and remarkably sprightly picture)Dumb Laga Ke Haisha ( "Heavo-ho! Carry that load" to quote directly from the film's excellent subtitles) is a title that sounds like it is going to be a flippant ride but this film is not a romantic comedy that it is wrongly promoted to be - its nuances are far more meaningful than what is permitted within the scope of a comedy. Sharat Katariya , who has both written and directed this film, has accomplished what very few of his compatriots have done : crafting a socially incisive beaut that is smoothly studded with as many serious moments as deftly lighter ones.Cut to plot : It is 1995 in Haridwar made beautiful by the artful camera-work of Manu Anand. Prem (Ayushmann Khurana) is a handsome young man who's in charge of a cassette shop that will soon give way to the era of CDs. This time of flux is also mirrored in Prem's last days of bachelorhood. His father (an excellent Sanjay Mishra) terrorizes his son into marriage with an obese woman despite Prem's loud protests. His wife Sandhya (Bhumi Pednekar) is a sweet-hearted girl whose womanly charms would have received much better scope if she was twenty-five kilos lighter but the reality is that she's not. Prem ignores her very often, tries to hide her from his social circle and eventually reaches a flashpoint through a series of loud public scandals at which point Sandhya, who has been patient and understanding all along, is so upset with his rejection of their marriage that she files for divorce. The court accedes but asks for six months of their marital life to elapse before it is done.The film is more direct and blunt than yesteryear Hindi films which showed a similarly woebegone husband , and DLH is all the better for it because its cheek and shameless vigour unearths truths that the former films neither had the gumption nor the talent for. A scene of implied sexual intercourse acquires unexpectedly bawdy shades that are nevertheless delightfully wicked. Prem is no silently suffering martyr and his friends are not the wise caring types who will expery support him through these trying times - he violently reacts to their insensitivity with shocking declarations that though nakedly true, disqualify him resoundingly from gentlemanliness. Prem's family adds to the circus. His father , despite his several endearing shades, is still a domineering moron who coerces his son into a disastrous union. There are two senior women in the house neither of whom have the brains or the heart to support their young ward in declining an alliance he clearly hates. Repeatedly the film shows us a pattern : family togetherness however artificial it may seem, reigns supreme while individual choice is routinely slaughtered. This central systemic conceit that throbs through the disturbed heart of DLH is exactly what has killed countless marriages and lives in India down the millennia. Like an experienced effortless thespian, Bhumi Pednekar essays Sandhya as a young lady whose sweet temperament is unbreakably married to a stout heart that can withstand the societal taunts at her bulk. Ayushmann Khurana is no less accomplished - hurt, humiliation and rage relentlessly swims beneath his troubled visage. When he lashes out , the anger is palpable and when he breaks down, sympathy springs forth naturally.Songs by Anu Malik deserve the mention of only one composition - 'Yeh Moh Moh Ke Dhaage' - elements of its sparkling melody recall Ismail Darbar's "Jhonka Hawa ka" but there is no doubt whatsoever in the singing by Monali Thakur whose exquisitely beautiful rendition rivals the best of Shreya Ghoshal and Madhushree. Dumb Laga ke Haisha essays a painfully honest journey till its eventual moral cop-out , while a film from the same industry like 2014's 'Queen' also has a genuine beginning which then candy-flosses its way towards a climax that is thankfully bold in its moral choice. But I liked DLH much more than 'Queen' despite the fact that the former lacks the latter's thematically genuine ending. The difference 'lies' in virtuoso story-telling.

This movie was great in its simplicity! Ayushmann Khurrana was okay in the film. Bhumi Pednekar was the saving grace of the movie. Her acting expressions made the movie more attractive and enjoyable to watch.I had to put on the subtitles because they were speaking in such strict Hindi, so many of the words were either mumbled, or I plainly could not understand them.The unresolved issues, if resolved in a tactful way, would have made the film much better; Prem's education, the state of the cassette shop and the idea that if Shandya was educated, she could have given the family ideas on how to save the shop, so they would feel she is not just bragging and showing off her education, she is using it to help them, which would then inspire her husband, Prem, to complete his education. The ending song was a complete waste of time and money for the film producers...what a horrible song to put out in 2015, even though the film was set in 1995, but still...why? Last issue; Kumar Sanu, really?

A good movie doesn't necessarily need a lavish set or big stars. A simple story can be invigorating with a clarity brought through the setting and the theme which enunciates through "Dum Lagake Haisha." The film revolves around the tight alleys of Haridwar and Rishikesh set in the 90s. The rugged 90s look and the dialect used in the film gets a while to set its mood. Slowly the sweetness of the drama starts to pour in; and by the end, you feel like re-watching it.The story is actually of a lower middle class family and its endeavors to cope and make a living in the society against all the odds. A slim eight class fail Prem Pratap is forced to marry an obese graduate lady Sandhya. The marriage doesn't work and reaches to the brink of divorce. The story emanates from the hatred to the discovery of love between the physically misfit couple. Along the way, the film portrays a truth of life, a cause behind the destruction of many families and suggests a harmony and discovers love which can come in all sizes. For the reason, the film becomes adorable and is unmissable. The setting and songs will remind you of your good old days, if you had grown in the 90s. Ayushmann Khurana and Bhumi Pednekar were the best in the movie, and rest of the supporting cast also make the film a treat. And lastly, not to forget the songs of Kumar Sanu and Sadhna Sargam which bring the magic of 90s music again. Just a last verdict: don't miss this sweet little family drama which is poignant, hilarious, and uplifting.Rating: 3 stars out of 4

There are a lot of movies these days with big budgets,banner,actors etc or so called anticipated movies but if you watch those movies; they turned out to be non sense(NOT ALL). For example Bang Bang and Bombay Velvet. If you talk about Dumb Laga Ke Haisha, it blown away my mind. There are 4 exceptional qualities of this beautiful movie which are location, great acting by all, the accent used and above all the simplicity.A much needed movie for Ayushmann Khurana, who i thought flawless and reminded me of the great Sanjeev Kumar. If someone acts like him, then there is no need for 6-8 pack abs. The newcomer Bhumi was also brilliant and will fetch some awards next year. No need to mention Sanjay Mishra and other characters actors who were great too. Sharat Kataria(Director) did a phenomenal work and i expect more good and meaningful movies from him in future. This movie will remain in your heart for many years to come.