Ajay is happy with his Atithi

No we are not talking about a guest who came to Ajay Devgn’s residence. Today there’s a buzz around the actor’s latest laugh-a-riot Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge? produced by Wide Frame Films in collaboration with the Hollywood giant Warner Bros (India). Trade experts say that Atithi... has what it takes to bring a smile to your lips, and keep it there! 

“What’s in favour of the film is the title. It has the instant identifiable quality. Every home across the globe would have had a guest who has overstayed,” says trade analyst Komal Nahata. Ajay is happy with the final outcome of the film. “It’s a comedy that I recommend watching with your close and extended family,’’ says the actor and adds, “and laugh aloud because most of the situations are identical to what all of us have experienced. Atithi... is the slice-of-life film that we constantly crave. Even today when I see Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s Khubsoorat (1980), Bawarchi (1972), Chupke Chupke (1975), I guffaw. These are films I have seen several times over and yet when I catch a repeat run, they hold my interest because the theme and the characters are identifiable.’’

Ajay says, “Frankly the plot isn’t new. But like it is said, some things get better with age. One has seen some similar gags in Hollywood and Bollywood but the novelty factor is the treatment.’’ While the trade gives the film a thumbs-up for the contemporary feel and the fabulous production values, the hardcore cinema lovers can just come along for the ride. It’s the recommended stress-buster most people go to the theatres for.