Mixed Doubles

At a time when there were mainly formula films that got made in Bollywood and Anurag kashyap was struggling to get a proper theatrical release of his first film, there came this movie that I watched recently 15years after it got made(it came out in 2006 acc to IMDb) and I have to say, this film felt very fresh and contemporary. First off you have to see this for the supporting cast ,all those character actors of 2000's who have made their mark in Hindi cinema like vinay Pathak, saurabh Shukla, great cameo from manurishi chaddha, rajat Kapoor(who directed the film), and few others. Ranvir shorey and konkana sen playing husband and wife (in real life also they are married) are a treat to watch. And the wife swapping thing(don't worry, not a spoiler as its name suggest it :) ) is such a practical plot. Give it a shot , it's worth it.

A couple in their thirties with a school-going son have everything materially. Jobs, a car, a nice apartment. But in the bedroom, things are not as they were at the beginning of their marriage. From a friend coming over from the USA, the husband hears about "swinging" or wife-swapping. He hopes this may solve their relational problems. He buys a magazine with classifieds and tries to persuade his wife...

Pretty funny and fresh romantic comedy and morality tale (or "a-morality tale" as is proclaimed before the end titles.).

This is definitely one of the most modern stories from India that I have seen. Refreshing and funny and with likable actors.

Recommended if you think that you can identify with a married couple in their thirties. 8/10

Although the IMDb Status says "Filming" while posting this review, the film looked very finished when I saw this at the 2006 International Film Festival of Rotterdam.

Beautifully directed! It's a story about a normal middle class happy couple. A man after 10 years of marriage wanting something different 'sexually' but he doesn't know what. That what leads him to being fascinated with his friend's story about 'wife swapping' & he thinks this is what is missing in their mundane normal married life.

Some people fail to understand the constitution of marriage, where ups & downs are very normal sexually or otherwise & they try to complicate the situation in order to add the excitement. Some times it works & other times……………… It definitely leaves a mark & provokes your thoughts It's a must watch. Very natural acting & superb direction

I think the movie was really well made. Apart from its theme which has mostly been the topic of discussion, I think its the general treatment of the movie which is commendable. The strengths of the movie are its pace, dialogues, humor and some realistic, natural acting by both Konkana Sen & Ranvir Shorey. I thoroughly enjoyed watching the movie and recommend it for some easy, fun viewing.

The movie can be best appreciated by the urban crowd of India. The storyline avoides being overtly sentimental or judgemental about any moral position rather treats the subject in a reasonably light-hearted humorous manner. This assures that you enjoy the movie. Viewer interest is further maintained by good dialogues and acting.

Its an average neighbourhood family and deals with issues that most people have but never acknowledge. Whats good is that its not so predictable and tells one how to move on in the journey of life. Everyday and each person in our lives is how we want to make it, but then who takes care of my wishes ? So even if you detour from the usual to try your life in the wrong lane, its not easy unless you are used to driving on the wrong side of life. There is a reason why life is the way it is...and just trying unusual things wont spice it up.. Also exposes how in a relationship, one person accommodates the other..which one are you in your life...watch and find out !