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Pati Patni Aur Woh Do Director Mudassar Aziz Urges To Celebrate Comedy Films, “If Sandeep Reddy Vanga Takes Care Of Sholay Genre, Somebody Has To Follow Hrishikesh Mukherjee!”

Pati Patni Aur Woh Do Director Mudassar Aziz Urges To Celebrate Comedy Films, “If Sandeep Reddy Vanga Takes Care Of Sholay Genre, Somebody Has To Follow Hrishikesh Mukherjee!”

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Exclusive: Pati Patni Aur Woh Do Director Mudassar Aziz Discusses Comedy Films ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) Can you imagine Hindi cinema without Chupke Chupke or Angoor? Without the delicious confusion, the mistaken identities, the gentle satire, and the laughter that sneaks up on you long after the credits roll? Neither can Mudassar Aziz. The filmmaker is back with Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, which is ruling the screens, and the director is currently one of mainstream Hindi cinema’s most reliable custodians of comedy. In an exclusive conversation with Koimoi, Mudassar opened up about the pressure of making sequels, why comedy remains Bollywood’s most underappreciated genre, and how someone needs to carry forward the legacy of legends like Hrishikesh Mukherjee and Gulzar. Honestly, his words deserve to be framed and hung in every Bollywood office. Mudassar Aziz talked about celebrating the legacy of Hrishikesh Mukherjee and Basu Chatterjee and celebrating comedy as a genre, amidst all the chest-thumping actioners. He asserts, “I feel the legacy that we come from has Raj Kapoor, also. It …

‘Female characters with dignity’: Mudassar Aziz on whether Pati Patni Aur Woh Do promotes adultery | Bollywood News

‘Female characters with dignity’: Mudassar Aziz on whether Pati Patni Aur Woh Do promotes adultery | Bollywood News

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Mudassar Aziz has been around for 20 years. A journey that began in the discipline of screenwriting and gradually found its voice in direction. Along the way, he has seen the highest of the highs with features like Happy Bhaag Jayegi and Pati Patni Aur Woh, while also weathering the inevitable challenges of films that did not resonate at the box office. Yet, undeterred by the vicissitudes of the industry, he returns with yet another comedy of errors, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do. Yet another star entertainer, led by Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan, Rakul Preet Singh, and Wamiqa Gabbi. And yet another attempt to explore new creative possibilities within a familiar framework. In an exclusive conversation with SCREEN, Aziz addresses the allegations that the film promotes adultery, reflects on the art of reimagining remakes, the box office failures of his previous works, and discusses his commitment to writing women characters with agency.  Excerpts edited for clarity and brevity  What initially attracted you to the story and convinced you to make a sequel? This is …

‘Won’t make a film I can’t show to my family’: Pati Patni Aur Woh Do’s Mudassar Aziz wants no ‘bhadde mazaak’ in comedy

‘Won’t make a film I can’t show to my family’: Pati Patni Aur Woh Do’s Mudassar Aziz wants no ‘bhadde mazaak’ in comedy

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Director Mudassar Aziz has a knack for making comedies that skirt the uncomfortable without ever being unsavoury. Whether it is Khel Khel Mein or Happy Bhag Jayegi, his films bring humour from situations that have no business being funny. His next, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, is another attempt in the same genre. In a chat with Hindustan Times, the filmmaker talks about his film, comedy in general, and more. Ayushmann Khurrana stars in Mudassar Aziz’s Pati Patni Aur Woh Do. ‘Comedy should be created from situation’ Mudassar says his idea of comedy is punching up and not resorting to crude humour. “I am very particular about this—comedy should be created from the situation, not from some bhadde mazaak (crude joke),” he says, while citing examples like Khel Khel Mein, which made fun of infidelity but never made light of the situation. Mudassar clarifies that not resorting to crude humour is a personal choice, and not a comment on that particular style of filmmaking. “Mujhe jaati taur pe pasand nahi aata (Personally, I don’t like …

Ayushmann’s character is patnivrata, sabhya purush: Mudassar Aziz says Pati Patni Aur Woh Do doesn’t promote infidelity

Ayushmann’s character is patnivrata, sabhya purush: Mudassar Aziz says Pati Patni Aur Woh Do doesn’t promote infidelity

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Director Mudassar Aziz is back with another comedy of errors. Pati Patni Aur Woh Do takes the trope of the ‘woh’ in a marriage to the next level with Ayushmann Khurrana’s character dealing not just with his wife, but two other women. As the trailer dropped, many criticised the film for ‘promoting’ infidelity in the 21st century. But the filmmaker says it couldn’t be further from the truth. In a no-holds-barred chat about the film and his social responsibility, Mudassar Aziz tells HT how it differs from other films on the subject. Ayushmnann Khurrana with Wamiqa Gabbi in a still from Pati Patni Aur Woh Do. Pati Patni Aur Woh Do stars Ayushmann as a forest officer married to Wamiqa Gabbi’s character. His life turns upside down when a mysterious woman, played by Sara Ali Khan, enters. Complicating matters is a colleague (Rakul Preet Singh). And pretty soon, the entire town believes Ayushmann’s Prajapati is a philanderer. Ayushmann’s character is patnivrata Mudassar Aziz says he consciously made the film different from the previous Pati Patni …

‘She was singing on call’: Talat Aziz says Asha Bhosle told him ‘tabiyat theek nahi’ during their last conversation

‘She was singing on call’: Talat Aziz says Asha Bhosle told him ‘tabiyat theek nahi’ during their last conversation

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Legendary singer Asha Bhosle‘s death on April 12 left everyone in the industry shocked and in deep mourning. Her last rites took place on Monday, with many celebrities paying their final tributes. In a recent interview with Zoom, singer Talat Aziz recalled his last conversation with Asha Bhosle and revealed how she was singing despite being ill. Talat Aziz recalled Asha Bhosle singing to him during their last call. Talat Aziz recalls his last comversation with Asha Bhosle Talat revealed that he shared a special and close bond with the late legendary singer and recalled how he had a warm chat with her just a few days ago. The singer revealed that three days before leaving for Mauritius on April 3, he received a video call from Asha Bhosle. He said, “Maine pucha kaise hain aap? Toh unhone bola ki haan zara tabyat theek nahi hai aajkal. Bhut saari baatien ki purane logon ke barrien main, Lata ji ke barrien main. Unhone kaha, ‘Ek kaam karo tum, jab vapas aaoge Mauritius se toh aake milna …

Shah Rukh Khan dreamt of buying Mannat for Gauri Khan, says director Aziz Mirza | Bollywood

Shah Rukh Khan dreamt of buying Mannat for Gauri Khan, says director Aziz Mirza | Bollywood

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Apr 27, 2025 05:33 PM IST In a recent interview, Yes Boss director Aziz Mirza spoke about when Shah Rukh Khan pointed out Mannat and told him he had bought it. There is a shot featuring Shah Rukh Khan in his famous song Chaand Taare from the 1997 film Yes Boss, in which he sings in front of the house that he now owns – Mannat. Director Aziz Mishra recollected in an interview with Radio Nasha when the actor pointed the house out years later in 2001 and told him he had bought it. (Also Read: Aishwarya Rai shot Chalte Chalte for a day, director Aziz Mirza recalls why Rani Mukerji replaced her) Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan have been married since 1991. Shah Rukh Khan dreamt of buying Mannat for Gauri Khan When it was pointed out that Mannat was featured in Chaand Taare even before Shah Rukh bought it, Yes Boss director Aziz said, “Yes, he was staying at my house in Devdoot back then, which is a few meters away from …

Shah Rukh Khan’s Yes Boss director Aziz Mirza reveals how superstar fulfilled THIS extraordinary promise to wife Gauri Khan; says, ‘Made the dream a reality…’

Shah Rukh Khan’s Yes Boss director Aziz Mirza reveals how superstar fulfilled THIS extraordinary promise to wife Gauri Khan; says, ‘Made the dream a reality…’

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For millions of fans, Shah Rukh Khan’s home, Mannat, is more than just a house; it’s a symbol of dreams coming true. Over the past two decades, his grand mansion in Mumbai’s Bandra Bandstand has become one of the city’s biggest attractions, with visitors flocking from all over the country. But not many know that there was a time when Mannat was just a distant dream for a young Shah Rukh Khan. Director Aziz Mirza recently recalled how Shah Rukh’s journey with Mannat began. Back in 1997, while shooting the song Chaand Taare from the film Yes Boss, Shah Rukh filmed scenes right outside the very property he would one day own. During that time, the house belonged to the Bai Khorshed Bhanu Sanjana Trust. Aziz Mirza shared in an interview with Radio Nasha, “Shah Rukh was staying at my house, Devdoot, which was very close to Mannat. He and Gauri were young and full of dreams. They often took walks, and I’m sure during one of those strolls, he promised her he would buy …

Aishwarya Rai shot Chalte Chalte for a day, director Aziz Mirza recalls why Rani Mukerji replaced her | Bollywood

Aishwarya Rai shot Chalte Chalte for a day, director Aziz Mirza recalls why Rani Mukerji replaced her | Bollywood

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Apr 26, 2025 05:48 PM IST Chalte Chalte starred Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji in the lead roles. The film was released in 2003. Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji‘s Chalte Chalte was a box office success upon release in 2003. Fans loved the chemistry between the two leads and Rani received praised for her performance. But did you know Rani was not the first choice for the film? It was Aishwarya Rai who was originally cast in the film, and even shot for a day. Director Aziz Mirza told in a new interview with Radio Nasha Official what made the change in casting. (Also read: When Aishwarya Rai was ‘hurt’ about being removed from five films: ‘Became obvious that it can happen to me too’) Aishwarya Rai was originally cast in Chalte Chalte opposite Shah Rukh Khan. What the director said During the interview, Aziz recalled the memories of Chalte Chalte and said, “I don’t know. Anyway. These are areas which are unfortunately… we had done only that one song that we had …

Shah Rukh Khan pointed at Mannat and announced he bought it, recalls Aziz Mirza: ‘Must have promised Gauri, and he made it happen’ | Bollywood News

Shah Rukh Khan pointed at Mannat and announced he bought it, recalls Aziz Mirza: ‘Must have promised Gauri, and he made it happen’ | Bollywood News

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Shah Rukh Khan’s residence, Mannat, has become a major tourist attraction in Mumbai over the last couple of decades. The house, located at the iconic Bandra Bandstand, is visited by his fans from all over the country. However, there was a time, when Shah Rukh Khan could only dream of buying this house, which is estimated to be worth over Rs 200 crore today. While shooting Aziz Mirza’s 1997 film Yes Boss, Shah Rukh filmed the song “Chaand Taare” outside this house. He expressed an interest in buying this property and after four years, he bought the property from the Bai Khorshed Bhanu Sanjana Trust. Recalling the moment, director Aziz Mirza shared with Radio Nasha, “Shah Rukh was staying at my house, Devdoot. Mannat was very near to Devdoot. He was young, so was Gauri. Once, maybe while walking by the villa, Shah Rukh must have promised Gauri to one day buy this huge property. We all dream big when young. Life was good to him and he was fortunate enough as he actually did buy …

Aziz Mirza urges fans to revisit Shah Rukh Khan’s Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani: ‘My son says that you should have made the film seriously…’ | Bollywood News

Aziz Mirza urges fans to revisit Shah Rukh Khan’s Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani: ‘My son says that you should have made the film seriously…’ | Bollywood News

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Released in 2000, Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani was the first film produced under Dreamz Unlimited—the production company founded by actors Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla, and director Aziz Mirza. Although the film received mixed reviews upon release, it has gained popularity over the years. In a recent interview, Aziz reflected on the time he couldn’t afford to invest in the company and spoke about how Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani’s themes remain relevant even today. Talking about launching Dreamz Unlimited, Aziz shared, “We had decided to invest five lakhs each in Shah Rukh and Juhi’s production company Dreamz Unlimited.” However, Aziz didn’t have the required money and no one asked him. “I didn’t even have five lakhs, I didn’t invest that much. No one even asked me. I invested five lakhs at the end. I am being very honest,” he revealed. Also Read | Aziz Mirza recalls shooting Chalte Chalte with Aishwarya Rai: ‘We had only shot Prem Nagariya…’ Story continues below this ad Aziz Mirza also spoke about the trio’s collaboration Phir Bhi …