3BHK

As a story - If you have been through the middleclass struggle, this film draws upon some of your lived experiences and hits you different. Countless people, sadly, strive to buy a house just to earn the society's respect for their family and this film addresses that. Unless you've been driven by such a desire, the film won't hit you in the feels the way it wants to. Those who've not lived that life will likely nitpicks and those who come from a place of privilege may find this film a tad dramatic, but my hope is that they're still able to leave the film with an optimism towards their future.

As a film - the casting for this film was interesting, Sarathkumar plays an understated head of the family, upon whom rest all the pressures, and he continues to stay resilient and move through life. Devayani evoked nostalgia but that's about it; anybody else could have played that role. Siddharth and Meetha shine through, and so does Chaithra, in her limited screentime. She and Siddharth had great chemistry. That scene at the store.......that was intense. I'd totally watch a spinoff about just them.

Aspects of the film felt...'commercial' every now and then; like, nobody in a 'lower-middleclass' family makes a checklist for monthly household savings on a chart-paper and sticks it on the wall (especially when you're in school...?) But gladly, this wasn't overdone to the extent that it took you out of the plot. The writing does enough to make you care enough to see if they end up buying a house or not and what that payoff looks like.

In an age when Tamil cinema seems to rely on bad, done-and-dusted, over-the-top action tropes, a film based on the tried and tested 'family values' isn't easy but the makers of 3BHK do enough to make sure you care for the family, their success and leaves with a feeling of "Ok, that was motivating. I guess figure this out". Watch this with your family!

3BHK is not just a film - it's a reflection. A mirror that shows the unspoken battles, compromises, and quiet resilience of millions of families chasing the simple dream of owning a home.

The story revolves around a middle-class family constantly on the move, stuck in the cycle of rentals, holding onto the hope that someday, they'll have a place to truly call their own. What makes this film special is how intimately it captures that emotional weight - not with grand drama, but with subtle, relatable moments that hit hard.

This isn't a tale of heroism or miracles. It's about everyday heroes - parents who stretch every rupee, children who grow up learning what sacrifice looks like, and families who smile through setbacks because they have no other choice. They dream, fall, stand again, and walk forward... slowly, but steadily.

The film doesn't offer easy answers or fantasy endings. Instead, it gives you something real - an appreciation for what you have, and a reminder that for many, even the basics come with struggle. The performances are sincere, the writing is rooted, and the emotions are raw.

If you've ever lived in a house that didn't feel like home, or seen your parents give up comforts so you could have yours - 3BHK will stay with you long after the credits roll.

This movie isn't for everyone. But if you relate to the characters or any part of the story, you simply can't take your eyes off it.

3BHK revolves around a middle class family tired of shifting between rented houses, dreaming of building a home of their own. But life, as always, has other plans.

It beautifully captures the everyday struggles of middle-class families who work relentlessly with the hope of moving to a better place in life. And when life knocks them down, they don't give up, They just can't give up. The weight on their shoulders won't let them. They adjust, they sacrifice, and they keep moving forward with hope.

It hits you with the truth that life is not easy, and it's not fair for everyone. We are blessed with what we have now, but this is not the time to stop and relax. We have to keep moving forward with resilience.

3BHK overwhelms you with a mix of emotions sorrow, happiness, anger, and above all, hope.

First question - what is Devayani doing in this movie? The writer/director simply made her a doll that shakes her head, at different intervals!!

Story - we have seen this many times before. Can you not give a different take? The father (Sarathkumar) is so very toxic and irritating. Even in "middle-class" families, people simply dont just shake their heads to dad's every stupid obsessions.

All in all, it was a drag.

Usually, the "M" in "Movies" stands for "Miracles!" However, this film takes a more realistic approach. It tells the story of a lower-middle-class family that dreams of owning their own home. The cast did a fantastic job with their performances, and all the characters were well-written. The story included some humor to lighten the mood and keep the viewers engaged, and it effectively accomplished that.

The narrative conveys a poignant lesson: life doesn't always go as planned, and sometimes hard work doesn't reciprocate to success. This film was a refreshing change from all the violent movies out there. It's worth watching at least once.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. I hope you have a great day!