The uninvited, distant relative from a village who overstays his welcome. Plot Summary: When a Guest Becomes a Nightmare
is a celebrated 2010 Indian Hindi-language comedy film that explores the classic Indian philosophy of "Atithi Devo Bhava" (the guest is God) through a lens of modern suburban frustration. Directed by Ashwni Dhir and produced by Amita Pathak , the film was a commercial success, grossing nearly double its budget and earning several award nominations. Movie Overview and Core Details Index Of Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge
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Critics praised the film for being a "clean" family entertainer reminiscent of 1980s social comedies by Hrishikesh Mukherjee. was particularly lauded as the "scene-stealer" for his portrayal of the lovable yet irritating guest. Movie Overview and Core Details Puneet’s wife, an
Released on , the film is loosely inspired by the short story Tum Kab Jaoge, Athithi? by renowned satirist Sharad Joshi . It features a stellar cast that brings a grounded realism to its comedic chaos:
The story revolves around Puneet and Munmun, a modern couple living in , whose peaceful life is upended by the sudden arrival of Lambodar Chacha . Claiming to be a distant uncle, Chachaji quickly takes over their high-rise apartment with his rustic habits, such as loud gargling, heavy eating, and persistent interference in their professional lives.