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Sharmaji Namkeen
Official release poster
Directed byHitesh Bhatia
Written bySupratik Sen
Hitesh Bhatia
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyPiyush Puty
Edited byBodhaditya Banerjee
Music bySneha Khanwalkar
Production
companies
Excel Entertainment
MacGuffin Pictures
Distributed byAmazon Prime Video
Release date
31 March 2022 (2022-03-31)
Running time
119 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi

Sharmaji Namkeen (transl. Mr. Sharma's Savoury Snacks) is a 2022 Indian Hindi-language comedy drama film written and directed by debutante Hitesh Bhatia, co-written by Supratik Sen, and produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar under Excel Entertainment as well as Honey Trehan and Abhishek Chaubey under MacGuffin Pictures. Marking the first instance in cinematic history of two actors playing the same character without sharing screen space, it stars Rishi Kapoor in his posthumous final film appearance as the titular protagonist following his demise on 30 April 2020, and Paresh Rawal also playing the titular character, with Rawal finishing Kapoor's remaining scenes. Juhi Chawla, Suhail Nayyar, Isha Talwar and debutante Taaruk Raina feature in pivotal roles. Following its completion, the film premiered on Amazon Prime Video on 31 March 2022.[1][2][3][4]

Plot

Brij Gopal Sharma a.k.a Sharmaji, a middle-class widower, is given retirement by his company Madhuban Home Appliances at the age of 58, much to his annoyance. A healthy and lively man, he lives with his sons Sandeep "Rinku" Sharma and Vinayak "Vincy" Sharma at his rather small home in West Delhi. Rinku is in a relationship with his colleague Urmi Kaul, and the two of them plan on buying a flat in Gurgaon after they get married. Vincy is a final year B.Com. student who is passionate about dance. Sharmaji is averse to the idea of shifting away from his home, causing Rinku to hide the fact that he is finalizing his apartment deal.

Seeking to overcome boredom, Sharmaji decides to venture into other jobs. After looking into Zumba classes, property brokerage, and various other small jobs, he reluctantly agrees, at the suggestion of his childhood friend Chaddha, to cook for kitty parties after an acquaintance of the latter, Manju Gulati, thanks him for a cooking job done well. During a second such party, he befriends Veena Manchanda, a boutique owner whose husband died in a car crash three years ago. He is warmly welcomed by the members of the kitty and soon caters to many occasions. At one such party, he meets Veena's dear friend Robbie Sachdeva, a politician, and he cooks for a religious meet at the latter's place.

On his birthday, Rinku invites their extended family over, and someone comes across a video of Sharmaji dancing at a kitty party. Rinku and Vincy are humiliated and furious at this and a fight ensues between the three of them, wherein Vincy reveals that Rinku is moving out and Rinku blurts out that Vincy flunked his tests. Sharmaji is distraught at this but nevertheless, continues to follow his passion.

Veena and Sharmaji bond over the parties, and soon become close friends. One day, they overhear Rinku fighting with the flat builder. He lies to them that all is well. That night, they meet Urmi's parents, where Sharmaji finds out that Urmi's father knows more about the flat than he does. On the way back, he confronts Rinku, who confesses that the builder is delaying the possession of the flat and that he paid 15 lakhs as token. Sharmaji is devastated to learn that his son spent so much money without even informing him, and decides to stop his catering hobby to focus more on things at home.

Rinku is informed that the builder has constructed the flats on illegal grounds, and is advised to get his token money back. When the builder refuses to contact him, he attacks the security guards at the building and is arrested. Sharmaji is at a final kitty when he gets the call from the station. He rushes with the gang, and a comical turn of events ensues. He is put behind bars along with his son, while the ladies are made to sit in a corner. Unbeknownst to the constable, Sharmaji has a phone inside the cell. Veena signals him to call Robbie who uses his power as the Mayor to release them.

Rinku realises his mistake and apologizes to his father for not being a good son. Sharmaji accepts his apology, and they all go back home.

Cast

Soundtrack

Sharmaji Namkeen
Soundtrack album by
Sneha Khanwalkar
Released24 March 2022[7]
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length13:07
LabelZee Music Company
ProducerFarhan Akhtar
Ritesh Sidhwani
Sneha Khanwalkar chronology
Raat Akeli Hai
(2020) 		Sharmaji Namkeen
(2022) 		TBA
Official audio
Sharmaji Namkeen - Full Album on YouTube

The film's music is composed by Sneha Khanwalkar while lyrics written by Gopal Datt.[7]

Track listing
No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Ye Luthrey"Jasbir Jassi3:26
2."Laal Tamatar"Kanika Kapoor, Sneha Khanwalkar3:34
3."Boom Boom"Kailash Kher, Raja Mushtaq3:06
4."Aaram Karo"Gopal Datt3:01
Total length:13:07

Reception

The film received generally positive reviews from critics and audience with praise for its performances and direction.

Renuka Vyavahare of The Times Of India gave the film a rating of 4/5.[8] Sukanya Verna of Rediff gave the film a rating of 4/5 and wrote "Sharmaji Namkeen is Rishi Kapoor's swansong and show. His cinematic memories are coloured in liveliest hues of celebration and happiness".[9]

Bhavna Agarwal of Bollywood Bubble gave the film a rating of 4/5 and wrote "Late Rishi Kapoor and Paresh Rawal serve you a savoury and sweet story which tugs at your heartstrings. A must-watch for those who enjoy simple storytelling."[10]

Simran Singh of Dna India gave the film a rating of 3.5/5 and wrote "Sharmaji Namkeen is a perfect ode to Rishi Kapoor, and this feel-good cinema is a fun-filled, emotional rollercoaster ride for the family".[11] Shubham Kulkarni of Koimoi gave the film a rating of 3.5/5 and wrote "It marks the end of an era of Indian cinema and maybe the beginning of many good things".[12] Prateek Sur of Outlook India gave the film a rating of 3.5/5 and wrote "Actor Rishi Kapoor’s last film is a sweet and simple tale about parents after their retirement".[13] Pratikshya Mishra of The Quint gave the film a rating of 3.5/5 and stated "'Sharmaji Namkeen' is a fitting send off to Rishi Kapoor's skill and stature".[14] Saibal Chatterjee of NDTV gave the film a rating of 3/5 and wrote "In what is obviously an unusual experiment, Paresh Rawal steps into the breach in several key scenes, including the crucial climactic ones".[15] Sanjana Jadhav of Pinkvilla gave the film a rating of 3/5 and wrote "Sharmaji Namkeen is strictly a few laughs with its heart in the right place".[16] Anna MM Vetticad of Firstpost gave the film a rating of 3/5 and wrote "The single-role-divided-between-two-actors experiment is perfectly sewed by the naturalism in Hitesh Bhatia’s storytelling, and the decision not to overtly manipulate our emotions either".[17] Taran Adarsh of Bollywood Hungama gave the film a rating of 3/5 and wrote "Despite its shortcomings, SHARMAJI NAMKEEN is a heartwarming film and will leave viewers smiling".[18]

Shubhra Gupta of Indian Express gave the film a rating of 2.5/5 and wrote "Rishi Kapoor is truly namkeen in this film, showing us how it is done, light on his feet, light in his eyes, a will to live. Jeena isi ka naam hai".[19] Tushar Joshi of India Today stated "The story of Sharmaji Namkeen, Rishi Kapoor's last film, is not new but is a reminder that we've lost a terrific actor".[20] Monika Rawal Kukreja of Hindustan Times stated "Rishi Kapoor and Paresh Rawal seamlessly share the story of an endearing retiree".[21]

References

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  2. ^ "Late Rishi Kapoor's last film Sharmaji Namkeen with Paresh Rawal set for OTT release on 31 March". Pinkvilla. 10 March 2022. Retrieved 9 March 2022.
  3. ^ "Rishi Kapoor's last film Sharmaji Namkeen to release on Prime Video, makers call it a 'tribute to his charm'". The Indian Express. 9 March 2022. Retrieved 9 March 2022.
  4. ^ Sharma, Shubham (30 March 2022). "Sharma Ji Namkeen movie has been leaked on websites like Tamilrockers even before its release". Khabar Satta. Retrieved 30 March 2022.
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  6. ^ "Rishi Kapoor`s last film `Sharmaji Namkeen` to release on Amazon Prime Video on March 31". Zee News. 9 March 2022. Retrieved 9 March 2022.
  7. ^ a b "Sharmaji Namkeen – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack". Jiosaavn. 24 March 2022.
  8. ^ Vyavahare, Renuka (31 March 2022). "Sharmaji Namkeen Review: A refreshing take on self-love and single fatherhood". The Times Of India. Retrieved 31 March 2022.
  9. ^ Verma, Sukanya (31 March 2022). "Sharmaji Namkeen Review". Rediff. Retrieved 31 March 2022.
  10. ^ "Sharmaji Namkeen REVIEW: Late Rishi Kapoor and Paresh Rawal serve an appetising story that satiates your hunger but not your want". Bollywood Bubble. 31 March 2022. Retrieved 1 April 2022.
  11. ^ Singh, Simran (31 March 2022). "Sharmaji Namkeen movie review: Bitter-sweet entertainer that celebrates late Rishi Kapoor's charming personal". Dna India. Retrieved 31 March 2022.
  12. ^ Kulkarni, Shubham (31 March 2022). "Sharmaji Namkeen Movie Review: Rishi Kapoor Serves His Signature Charm One Last Time & It's Food For Your Soul!". Koimoi. Retrieved 31 March 2022.
  13. ^ Sur, Prateek (31 March 2022). "'Sharmaji Namkeen' Movie Review: Rishi Kapoor's Swansong Is A Modern Day 'Baghban'". Outlook India. Retrieved 31 March 2022.
  14. ^ Mishra, Pratikshya (31 March 2022). "'Sharmaji Namkeen' Review: Rishi Kapoor's Swan Song Is a Moving Ode to Family". The Quint. Retrieved 31 March 2022.
  15. ^ Chatterjee, Saibal (31 March 2022). "Sharmaji Namkeen Review: Rishi Kapoor's Final Film Is A Warm And Diverting Au Revoir". NDTV. Retrieved 31 March 2022.
  16. ^ "Sharmaji Namkeen Review: Rishi Kapoor's last film is strictly a heartwarming ode to his legacy". Pinkvilla. Retrieved 31 March 2022.
  17. ^ Vetticad, Anna MM (31 March 2022). "Sharmaji Namkeen movie review: Rishi Kapoor's endearing swan song is thankfully not a Baghban Redux". Firstpost. Retrieved 31 March 2022.
  18. ^ "Sharmaji Namkeen Movie Review: SHARMAJI NAMKEEN is a heartwarming film". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 31 March 2022.
  19. ^ Gupta, Shubhra (1 April 2022). "Sharmaji Namkeen movie review: Rishi Kapoor shows us how to live in this delightful swan song". The Indian Express. Retrieved 31 March 2022.
  20. ^ Joshi, Tushar (31 March 2022). "Sharmaji Namkeen Movie Review: A fitting tribute to Rishi Kapoor". India Today. Retrieved 31 March 2022.
  21. ^ Kukreja, Monika Rawal (31 March 2022). "Sharmaji Namkeen movie review: Rishi Kapoor's swan song is a slice of life with bittersweet flavours". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 31 March 2022.
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