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| Ssukh | |
|---|---|
 Poster | |
| Directed by | Kirti Kumar |
| Written by | Vijay Solanki (dialogues) |
| Based on | Shejari Shejari by Ashok Patole |
| Produced by | Govinda |
| Starring | Govinda Preeti Jhangiani Chunky Pandey Aarti Chhabria Jackie Shroff |
| Cinematography | Suneel K. Reddy |
| Edited by | R. Rajendran |
| Music by | Kamini Khanna Nirmal Pawar |
Production company | Govinda No. One Entertainment |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
Ssukh (translation: Happiness) is a 2005 Bollywood comedy film directed by Kirti Kumar (credited as Kirti Ahuja) starring his brother Govinda, Preeti Jhangiani, Chunky Pandey, Aarti Chhabria and Jackie Shroff. The film was also produced by Govinda. The movie was a remake of the 1990 Marathi movie Shejari Shejari.
Plot
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Cast
[edit]- Govinda as Chandraprakash Sharma
- Preeti Jhangiani as Sushila Chandraprakash Sharma
- Chunky Pandey as Rakesh Verma
- Aarti Chhabria as Bhavna Rakesh Verma
- Jackie Shroff as Gaurishankar Yadav
- Mahesh Anand as Advocate Khalil Sheikh
- Rana Jung Bahadur as Patwardhan
- Prem Chopra as Judge
- Avtar Gill as Private Eye
- Pratima Kazmi as Bhavna's sister-in-law
- Sharat Saxena as Bhavna's brother
Music
[edit]- Aawajo Aawajo - Kumar Sanu
- Dar Kahe Ko Re - Shreya Ghoshal, Udit Narayan
- O Pran Piya - Jaspinder Narula
- Ssukh Hai Mere - Udit Narayan
- Suno Rato Me Kya - Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik
- Shola Badan - Sadhana Sargam
Reception
[edit]Patcy N of Rediff.com wrote: "Ssukh is supposed to be a family entertainer. But watching it was so painful that it should be renamed to Dukh."[1] Taran Adarsh of Bollywood Hungama gave the film 1 star out of 5, writing: "On the whole, Ssukh stands on a weak foundation [script] and that will prove to be its downfall."[2]
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Ssukh
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Background and development
Origins and adaptation
Ssukh originated as a Bollywood remake of the 1991 Marathi comedy film Shejari Shejari, directed by Dilip Kolhatkar and written by Ashok Patole, which explored themes of marital misunderstandings and the comedic entanglements arising from neighboring family dynamics.[6][7] The adaptation retained the core premise of a couple navigating jealousy and deception involving their neighbors, updating it for a Hindi-speaking audience while amplifying the slapstick elements typical of 2000s Bollywood comedies.[8][9] The project was announced in early 2004 by actor Govinda, who took on the dual role of lead actor and producer for the first time under his newly established banner, Govinda No. One Entertainment (also referred to as Govinda Entertainment Number One Production).[10] This marked a significant step for Govinda, transitioning from established stardom to production oversight, with the film completed in a record short span of 27 days to capitalize on his popularity in the comedy genre.[10] Director Kirti Kumar, Govinda's brother and credited under the pseudonym Kirti Ahuja, was selected for his prior experience in family-driven comedic projects, ensuring a cohesive creative vision rooted in their shared background in light-hearted filmmaking.[11] This familial collaboration was a deliberate choice to streamline decision-making and infuse the adaptation with authentic humor drawn from their collaborative history.[12] Ssukh was positioned as a low-risk venture, leveraging family involvement to control costs and minimize financial exposure in an era of rising production expenses for Bollywood comedies. The modest scale allowed focus on character-driven comedy rather than extravagant sets or action sequences, aligning with the film's intimate narrative of domestic chaos.[13]Pre-production
The pre-production of Ssukh centered on adapting the script from the 1991 Marathi film Shejari Shejari, with dialogues penned by Vijay Solanki under the direction of Kirti Kumar, Govinda's brother, who oversaw the creative team's efforts to tailor the story for a Hindi audience.[14] This process involved assembling a close-knit production team, reflecting the film's family-oriented approach, as Govinda served as producer through his banner Govinda No. One Entertainment.[11] A key aspect of the pre-production was the involvement of Govinda's family members in core creative roles, including music composition by his sister Kamini Khanna alongside Nirmal Pawar, which helped infuse the project with personal touches from the outset. Cinematography was handled by Suneel K. Reddy, contributing to the visual planning that emphasized relatable, everyday aesthetics.[14] The team also navigated casting logistics, securing Jackie Shroff for the pivotal boss character despite his reputation for selective roles following the early 2000s.[11] Pre-production activities followed the early 2004 announcement, focusing on location scouting across Mumbai's suburbs to capture authentic middle-class environments that aligned with the film's comedic tone.Cast and characters
Main cast
The principal roles in Ssukh are played by an ensemble known for their work in Bollywood comedies, with Govinda leading as the central comic force. Govinda stars as Chandraprakash Sharma, a devoted husband whose interactions spark jealous misunderstandings that fuel the film's humorous situations; his portrayal emphasizes his renowned comic timing and energetic dance sequences, such as in the song "Aavjo," representing a return to light-hearted family comedies after a period focused on action roles and a short-lived political career in 2004.[4][15][11] Preeti Jhangiani portrays Sushila Chandraprakash Sharma, the steadfast wife who brings emotional nuance to the escalating comedic jealousy; this performance marks a departure from her prior glamorous roles in films like Mohabbatein (2000), allowing for more layered comedic interplay.[4][11] Aarti Chhabria plays Bhavna Rakesh Verma, the recently separated friend whose arrival ignites flirtatious conflicts and chaotic antics that drive much of the comedy; her over-the-top energy contributes to the film's farcical tone.[4][11] Chunky Pandey appears as Rakesh Verma, Bhavna's estranged husband, whose reappearance injects additional comic disruptions into the proceedings with his bumbling persistence.[4][11]Supporting roles
Jackie Shroff plays Gaurishankar Yadav, the landlord who provides occasional gravitas amid the humor, adding depth to the comedic entanglements through his authoritative presence.[11] Mahesh Anand appears as Advocate Khalil Sheikh, a quirky legal figure involved in the divorce proceedings, contributing antagonistic physical comedy through his over-the-top courtroom blunders and scheming support for Rakesh's plans.[11] Similarly, Rana Jung Bahadur's portrayal of Patwardhan, the agency manager who unwittingly pulls Chandraprakash into the pretense of bachelorhood for a job, adds layers of quirky side humor via bureaucratic mishaps and unintended exposures of lies.[11] These supporting performances collectively enhance the ensemble comedy by echoing and intensifying the neighborly rivalries and domestic upheavals from the original 1990 Marathi film Shejari Shejari, transforming simple family interactions into a whirlwind of deceptive chaos.Production
Filming
The production, overseen by Govinda in his dual capacity as lead actor and producer under his banner Govinda No. 1 Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., emphasized efficient on-set execution to align with the film's comedic tone.[16] Further delays arose from Govinda's political commitments following his 2004 election victory, impacting the overall timeline.[17]Music and soundtrack
The music for Ssukh was composed by Kamini Khanna, the elder sister of lead actor and producer Govinda, alongside Nirmal Pawar, marking a family collaboration in the film's production.[18][19] The soundtrack features seven tracks, blending melodic duets, solo performances, and an instrumental theme, with lyrics penned by multiple writers including Prashant Vasl, Ramesh Raj, and Kamini Khanna herself, who emphasized themes of marital bliss and underlying jealousy to align with the film's emotional core.[16][20] The songs were recorded in Mumbai studios prior to the commencement of principal filming, allowing for seamless integration into the narrative sequences shot across various locations.[21] Key tracks include the celebratory number "Aawajo Aawajo," a solo by Kumar Sanu that captures upbeat festivity; the romantic duet "Dar Kahe Ko Re Jab Sang Tere," featuring Shreya Ghoshal and Udit Narayan; and the playful "Ssukh Hai Mere," sung by Udit Narayan, which playfully explores the theme of happiness. Other notable songs are "O Pran Piya" by Jaspinder Narula, "Suno Raaton Mein Kya" by Alka Yagnik and Udit Narayan, "Shola Badan" by Sadhana Sargam, and the instrumental "Theme Music of Ssukh." For clarity, the full tracklist is presented below:| Track No. | Title | Singer(s) | Duration (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ssukh Hai Mere | Udit Narayan | 5:00 |
| 2 | Shola Badan | Sadhana Sargam | 4:30 |
| 3 | Aawajo Aawajo | Kumar Sanu | 5:15 |
| 4 | Dar Kahe Ko Re Jab Sang Tere | Shreya Ghoshal, Udit Narayan | 5:20 |
| 5 | O Pran Piya | Jaspinder Narula | 4:45 |
| 6 | Suno Raaton Mein Kya | Alka Yagnik, Udit Narayan | 5:10 |
| 7 | Theme Music of Ssukh | Instrumental | 3:48 |