Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, Laxman Utekar's third Hindi film, aims to merge broad strokes of humour with a sprinkling of mawkishness. 'It's all about loving your family,' is a global theme that has been explored by makers all across the world. This Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali Khan film is an attempt in the same direction. While the route it takes to get there is unusual, it is the finish that falls short.

Plot, Zara Hatke Zara Bachke takes place in Indore. Kapil (Vicky) and Saumya (Sara) live with the former's parents in Zara Bachke. However, due to the arrival of his Mama and Mami, they lose their solitude and hunt for an apartment where they may construct their own life. But when property prices rise, they are forced to pursue a risky strategy that not only puts their love to the test, but also their connections with their families. There is a lot of uncertainty, drama, emotion, tears, and comedy that follows. 

The film begins on a positive note and maintains its interest until the interval. The first hour contains enough funny situations to keep you entertained, and dialogue writers Maitrey Bajpai and Ramiz Ilham Khan deserve a lot of credit for that. Despite the obvious plot, there are a few high scenes in the first act that will keep you hooked. Sandeep Shirodkar's background score elevates moments, and Sachin-Jigar's music adds significantly to the overall experience of the film. "Phir Aur Kya Chahiye" and "Tere Vaaste" are wonderful compositions, as are Amitabh Bhattacharya's lyrics. 

The second half of the film, particularly the section leading up to the finale. It is completely ineffective for me. It heavily relies on emotions and completely gives up believability, giving the impression of a half-baked and hasty endeavor. When filmmakers are asked to create relevant stories, one thing they should not sacrifice is realism. Director-writer Laxman Utekar, together with Maitrey Bajpai and Ramiz Ilham Khan, could have spent more time on the writing table fixing this issue. Manish Pradhan, the editor, might have also worked his magic on the second half, which appears to be a little stretched as well. 

The film's star is Vicky Kaushal. He plays his small-town, adaptable, sincere, and madly in love boy to perfection. His performance also lifts certain monotonous sequences. Sara Ali Khan's efforts to deliver a genuine performance are obvious on screen, and while she excels in comedic circumstances, there is room for improvement in emotional ones. The rest of the cast, particularly Inaamulhaq, provides excellent support for the central couple. 

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