Aachari Baa

Aachari Baa

Jaishnavi (Neena Gupta) is a 65-year-old widow who earns a living making homemade pickles in a small town in Gujarat. After many years of estrangement, her son Ketan (Vatsal Sheth), who lives in Mumbai, invites her to stay at his home. Upon arriving, she discovers that her son and his family are leaving for a vacation in Darjeeling, leaving her to care for their pet dog, Jenny. Initially overwhelmed by the responsibility and city life, Jaishnavi gradually bonds with Jenny and the residents of the apartment complex. An incident occurs when she accidentally feeds Jenny pickles and chocolate, causing the dog to fall ill. Brijesh Malhotra (Kabir Bedi), the society secretary, helps her find a veterinarian. The apartment residents discover her culinary talent and rally around her, forming new bonds and offering her a sense of purpose. When her family returns, Jaishnavi has formed a deeper connection with the community and rediscovered her confidence.

Director

Hardik Gajjar

Release

14 Mar 2025

Run time

98 min

Language

Hindi