The Great Indian Family tells the story of Ved Vyas Tripathi (played by Vicky Kaushal), a devout singer living with his deeply religious family in Balrampur.
The family comprises Pandit Siya Ram Tripathi (Kumud Mishra), bua Sushila Kumari (Alka Amin), chacha Balak Ram (Manoj Pahwa), chachi Hema (Sadiya Siddiqui), and twin sister Gunja (Srishti Dixit).
Ved, known as Bhajan Kumar due to his reputation as a devotional singer, lives a seemingly idyllic life.
However, things take a turn when Ved falls for Jasmeet (Manushi Chhillar), leading to a rift with his best friend, Sarveshwar (Ashutosh Ujjwal), who also has feelings for her.
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The plot thickens as Ved discovers a shocking revelation about his identity, which further complicates his life.
The film's storyline, crafted by Vijay Krishna Acharya, holds great promise for a commercial entertainer. However, the screenplay falls short of expectations, struggling to deliver impactful dramatic moments. Despite some sharp dialogues, the overall execution leaves much to be desired.
Vijay Krishna Acharya's direction is hindered by the underwhelming script. While there are moments of brilliance in handling certain sequences, such as Ved's childhood and interactions with Abdul's family, the film lacks the humor and hard-hitting scenes it needs. The romantic track is notably weak.
In terms of performances, Vicky Kaushal delivers a sincere act, showcasing his acting brilliance in emotional scenes.
Manushi Chhillar has a captivating screen presence but is underutilized. Kumud Mishra and Manoj Pahwa leave their mark with convincing performances, while the supporting cast provides able support.
Pritam's music, while beautifully shot and choreographed, lacks catchy tunes. The background score by Kingshuk Chakravarty fits appropriately.
Ayananka Bose's cinematography is neat, and the production design by Sumit Basu, Snigdha Basu, and Rajnish Hedao adds authenticity to the film's setting. Sheetal Sharma's costumes reflect real-life aesthetics, and YFX's VFX is commendable.
