What Is the Story About?
Ghar Waapsi is the story of Shekhar Dwivedi (Vishal Vashishtha) and his family. What happens when Shekhar is fired from the MNC he works? How his life changes upon his return to family in Indore, where there are many individual problems to deal with.
The core theme of happiness is explored through Ghar Waapsi’s story set in a typical middle-class family in a small town.
Performances?
The casting of the series is terrific, which is headed by Vishal Vashishtha, playing the elder brother of the family. The actor has multiple layers to his role, and they are explored neatly and in a relatable way. The actor gets repetitive towards the end, but that is a minor issue. The was explodes in critical moments helps heighten the drama. Not only that, the simple and quiet moments too are wonderfully enacted.
Saad Bilgrami and Anushka Kaushik round up the siblings’ parts. The three are essential to the main narrative of the series, along with the parents played by Vibha Chibber and Atul Srivastava.
Together, they help create an instantly identifiable family with unique characteristics. One is immediately drawn into the proceedings as these actors do their job with ease and chemistry. They help us gloss over routine and minor inconveniences. The highlight here is each one gets a moment or two to shine on their own and stand out. It’s not only as part of the group, but individually too they work.
Analysis
Ruchir Arun directs Ghar Waapsi. The core story deals with the happiness of an individual vis a vis money and family. It is a feel-good drama that has the right balance of lighter vein fun and emotional drama.
Within the first twenty minutes itself, one is hooked to the proceedings. There is nothing extraordinary here story-wise. In fact, one might have seen it previously if one frequently watches movies or series. So, what works here is the actors and their seamless blending into the characters. The writing plays a critical role here. Everything looks real and relatable, even if there is nothing new.
Once one is drawn into the world and identifies with the characters, it is a smooth ride all the way: the family dynamics, the relationship between the siblings and so on work amazingly.
The core drama involves the difference in the worldviews of the small town people and city-centric ones. It is smoothly done and makes one connect with the proceedings. The characters help lend that smooth quality with their interactions. The feel-good factor manages to hold attention.
The problem with Ghar Waapsi is eventually the length. The various characters and their predictable backstories don’t let the whole thing rise to the next level. Some serious issues have an easy way out, whereas others are dragged needlessly. Still, the writing and performances don’t let the narrative disintegrate.
The core drama moments related to the different characters in the Dwivedi family are dealt with neatly. The outburst of Shekhar during the final few episodes of the series is a fine example in this regard. It does go into the preachy zone, though. Also, there is a feeling of one too many messages back to back.
The ending, however, covers up all the issues with an elongated feel-good dramatic episode. The message at the start (of the episode) and the fun at the end are relatable.
Overall, Ghar Waapsi is a feel-good drama that works primarily due to the superb writing and casting. The length and repetitive emotions are on the downside. If you don’t mind routine but engaging dramas, give it a try.
Other Artists?
Apart from the family members, Akanksha Thakur, Ajitesh Gupta, and Gyanendra Tripathi are effective in their roles. They play the role of lover, friend, and mentor figure, respectively. Each delivers in with their respective characterisations. But, it is again how every character individually gets a moment or two to make a difference, and register is what stands out casting-wise. Ajitesh’s emotional outburst towards the end is a case in point.
Music and Other Departments?
Tusshar Mallek’s background score is entirely in sync with the proceedings. The occasional songs and the music enhance the emotional appeal of the series. Aniruddha Patankar’s cinematography is satisfactory. Shikar Misra’s editing could have been better in parts. There is a slight lag in the proceedings, which could have been trimmed better.
Highlights?
Casting
Relatable Theme And Drama
Feel Good Factor
Drawbacks?
Length
Some Repetitive Parts
Many Messages
Preachy At Times
Did I Enjoy It?
Yes
Will You Recommend It?
Yes
Ghar Waapsi Web Series Review by Binged Bureau
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