Dum Laga Ke Haisha is a captivating 2015 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy-drama film directed by Sharat Katariya. The movie marks the feature film debut of Bhumi Pednekar, who stars alongside Ayushmann Khurrana, Sanjay Mishra, and Seema Pahwa.
Set in the quaint town of Haridwar in 1995, the story revolves around Prem Prakash Tiwari, portrayed by Ayushmann Khurrana. Prem is a young man running a video cassette shop. His life takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself entangled in an arranged marriage. Her prospective bride is the talented but overweight Sandhya, played by the talented Bhumi Pednekar. Bhumi Pednekar garnered a lot of positive responses for her portrayal in the film and also for choosing such a bold script for her debut film.
Why did Prem marry Sandhya?
Prem finds himself pressured into an arranged marriage with Sandhya, an educated but overweight girl chosen by his family. Despite his initial reluctance and lack of attraction towards Sandhya, Prem agrees to the marriage due to familial expectations. Their wedding takes place amidst a traditional community ceremony. However, it’s evident that Prem is disinterested and unwilling to engage emotionally in the relationship.
Sandhya, on the other hand, earnestly tries to win over Prem’s affection and attention. However, her efforts are met with indifference and even embarrassment from Prem. Prem is even reluctant to be seen with her in public. Their strained relationship reaches a breaking point when Prem publicly humiliates Sandhya at a friend’s wedding. This incident leads her to contemplate leaving him.
Why did Prem decide to make amends?
As Sandhya considers divorce, Prem realizes the gravity of the situation and decides to make amends. Their families intervene, urging them to give their marriage a second chance. A court mandates a six-month reconciliation period during which they attempt to salvage their relationship.
Prem and Sandhya navigate various challenges throughout this period, gradually developing understanding and empathy for each other. Despite their initial differences and misunderstandings, they begin to appreciate each other’s strengths and vulnerabilities.
However, their journey towards reconciliation is not without obstacles. An incident where Prem’s family pretends to appreciate Sandhya’s cooking leads to a confrontation, resulting in Prem’s emotional breakdown and attempted suicide. This pivotal moment prompts a heartfelt conversation between Prem and Sandhya, where they confront their insecurities and express their underlying affection for each other.
As Sandhya prepares to leave for a teaching job in Meerut, Prem realizes his love for her and stops her. Their relationship culminates in a local competition where couples participate in an obstacle course, with one partner riding on the other’s shoulders. Encouraged by his aunt, Prem decides to participate in a bid to save his marriage.
Dum Laga Ke Haisha ending: Did Prem and Sandhya win the race?
As the day of the competition dawns, Prem’s aunt persuades him to participate, presenting it as their last opportunity to salvage their marriage. Despite his initial reluctance, Prem embraces the challenge, determined to prove himself and win back Sandhya’s affection. In a surprising turn of events, he shoulders his wife’s weight and moves ahead.
Sandhya also confesses to Prem her desire to stay by his side rather than pursue the Meerut job opportunity. Prem realizes that winning the competition is not only about saving their marriage but also about keeping Sandhya close to him.
With renewed determination, Prem pushes himself to the limit, propelled by his love for Sandhya. As they cross the finish line together, exhausted yet triumphant, Prem refuses to let Sandhya down, carrying her back home as a symbol of their enduring love and commitment. And there, in the warmth of their shared embrace, they seal their newfound bond with a tender kiss, reaffirming their love for each other against all odds.
