Sir Madam Sarpanch

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Hasmukh Saab ki Wasihat
Directed by Praveen Morchhale
Written byPraveen Morchhale
Starring
  • Seema Biswas
  • Ajay Chourey
  • Jyoti Dubey
  • Ariana Sajnani
  • Bhagwan Tiwari
CinematographyMohammad Reza Jahanpanah
Edited byAnthony Joseph
Music bySahil Kulkarni
Production
company
Suncal Productions International
Distributed bySanman Group
Release date
  • 14 April 2023 (2023-04-14)
Country India
LanguageHindi

Sir Madam Sarpanch is a 2023 Hindi language film written and directed by Praveen Morchhale. [1] The film stars Seema Biswas, Ajay Chourey and Jyoti Dubey in the lead roles. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]

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Plot

The film revolves around the life of a woman named Parvati (played by Seema Biswas) who is elected as the sarpanch (head) of her village. Being a woman, she faces several challenges and prejudices from the male-dominated society. However, she stands up against all odds and fights for the betterment of her village.

Cast

Reception

Shubhra Gupta, writing for the Indian Express , remarked, "A film that dares to accommodate these lines is a rarity. However, they become overshadowed by the mundane storytelling. The subplot involving the 'madam sarpanch,' who outsmarts her thuggish husband (Bhagwan Tiwari), relegates the attempted subversion to a secondary role. The criticisms aimed at 'TV anchors who spread hate' and corrupt politicians who are skilled deceivers end up being ineffective. It's important to note that good intentions don't always translate into good films." [8] She has given 1.5 rating out of 5.

Dhaval Roy, reviewing for The Times of India, has given a rating of 2.5 out of 5. [9]

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