Cross-cultural romances are often ‘explosive’ affairs both on and off screen in our country, thanks to parents who stick to their guns, while youngsters are unconcerned about region and religion. But cultural differences in love stories are also fertile ground for comedy if executed well. Does Happy Sardar tap this well?
Punjabi-Malayali boy Happy Singh (Kalidas) and Mary (Merin Philip), a Knanaya girl fall in love. But then comes the trickiest part – making their families fall in love. They set out to win over the parents, but like anyone can guess, it’s no cakewalk.
The film is light and frothy in parts. Kalidas has a decent screen presence as a young Mallu Sardar. New girl Merin looks cute in her different get ups. There are a few good jokes by Sharafudheen’s character. It’s not always that one gets to see ceremonies of communities, such as the Knanayas, on the big screen and this film shows us quite a few such interesting aspects. The styling of the characters are good and song settings are nicely done. The movie might resonate with those who have had inter-state weddings. At times, there are also some playful digs at each other’s cultures that are enjoyable.
Punjabi-Malayali boy Happy Singh (Kalidas) and Mary (Merin Philip), a Knanaya girl fall in love. But then comes the trickiest part – making their families fall in love. They set out to win over the parents, but like anyone can guess, it’s no cakewalk.
The film is light and frothy in parts. Kalidas has a decent screen presence as a young Mallu Sardar. New girl Merin looks cute in her different get ups. There are a few good jokes by Sharafudheen’s character. It’s not always that one gets to see ceremonies of communities, such as the Knanayas, on the big screen and this film shows us quite a few such interesting aspects. The styling of the characters are good and song settings are nicely done. The movie might resonate with those who have had inter-state weddings. At times, there are also some playful digs at each other’s cultures that are enjoyable.
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