Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain: Fun on the Run (2026) Movie Review and Film Summary

 

Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain: Fun on the Run (2026): Sitcom-to-Screen Comedy – Review and Summary

Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain: Fun on the Run (2026), directed by Shashank Bali, is a Hindi-language comedy drama that brings the long-running popular TV sitcom Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! to the big screen. Released in theaters on February 6, 2026, the film expands the show's signature neighborly rivalry, double-entendre humor, and chaotic antics into a feature-length road trip adventure. Produced under Edit II Productions and distributed by Zee Studios, it runs about 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes) and retains the core cast while adding new faces for extra mayhem.

Plot Summary

The story picks up the familiar dynamic from the TV series: two neighboring couples in a middle-class Indian household—Vibhuti Narayan Mishra (Aasif Sheikh) and his wife Anita (Vidisha Srivastava), alongside rival neighbor Manmohan Tiwari (Rohitashv Gour) and his wife Angoori (Shubhangi Atre). The husbands remain comically obsessed with each other's wives, leading to endless misunderstandings and flirtatious banter.

To shake things up, the group embarks on a chaotic road trip—initially perhaps to a religious site or family outing—that quickly derails. They encounter two eccentric, trigger-happy bachelor brothers: Shanti (Ravi Kishan) and Kranti (Mukesh Tiwari), who fall head over heels for Angoori and Anita at first sight. The brothers, with their over-the-top gangster vibes and comedic arrogance, decide they want to marry the women, even plotting to "dispose" of the husbands in absurd ways.

What follows is a madcap chase full of mishaps, mistaken identities, toilet humor, innuendos, and slapstick sequences as the couples go on the run from the persistent brothers. Additional subplots and guest appearances (including Dinesh Lal Yadav 'Nirahua') add layers of confusion, building to a series of contrived climaxes where everyone scrambles to escape the escalating chaos.

The film keeps the sitcom's episodic feel but stretches it into a longer format, focusing on broad laughs rather than deep character development.

Themes and Style

The movie leans heavily into the show's trademark humor: double-meaning jokes, objectification played for laughs, and exaggerated rivalries between neighbors. It explores (lightly) themes of marital jealousy, loyalty, and the absurdity of desire, all wrapped in family-friendly chaos despite the adult comedy tag. Director Shashank Bali amps up the energy for the big screen with road-trip antics, car chases, and ensemble gags, but the tone stays true to TV—loud, repetitive, and reliant on familiar punchlines.

Critics noted the shift from short TV episodes to a full feature feels stretched, with pacing issues, forced subplots, and over-reliance on cringe-worthy innuendo that works better in bite-sized doses.

Standout Performances

The original cast shines in their comfort zones: Aasif Sheikh and Rohitashv Gour deliver the philandering husband antics with practiced timing, while Shubhangi Atre and Vidisha Srivastava bring sass and energy to the wives. Ravi Kishan steals scenes as the flamboyant gangster brother Shanti, adding larger-than-life charisma and Bhojpuri flair. Mukesh Tiwari complements him well as Kranti. Guest spots from familiar faces provide nostalgic fun for fans.

Critical Reception and Impact

Reviews were mixed to negative, with many calling it a disappointing big-screen adaptation that feels like an extended TV episode rather than a fresh cinematic experience. Critics highlighted the over-the-top toilet humor, uneven pacing, and lack of innovation, with some giving it low stars (e.g., 1.5/5 or calling it "trashy" or "disappointing"). On IMDb, it holds around 7.6/10 from user votes (fan-driven), praising nostalgia and laughs, but professional outlets like Koimoi, Hindustan Times, and Firstpost noted it proves some shows are best left on the small screen.

It had a modest theatrical run with low box-office returns (recovering only a fraction of its budget), relying heavily on TV fans for turnout.

Where to Watch Now

As of late February 2026, Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain: Fun on the Run has wrapped its main theatrical run and is heading to streaming. It will be available on ZEE5 and OTTplay Premium (as announced by the makers). Streaming typically starts 4–8 weeks post-theatrical for such films, so expect it around late March to April 2026. ZEE5 subscriptions are affordable (around $5–10/month equivalent via app or web access in the US), with options for ad-supported or premium tiers. Subtitles and HD quality should be available.

Theatrical Options in Popular US Cities

If you're still looking for a big-screen laugh (or catch-up showings), check chains that play international Hindi comedies with English subtitles. Look at AMC Theatres in New York (e.g., AMC Lincoln Square), Los Angeles (e.g., AMC Burbank), Chicago, or Dallas; Regal Cinemas in Los Angeles (Regal LA Live), New York (Regal Union Square), Atlanta, or Miami; and Cinemark in Houston, Dallas, San Francisco area, or Seattle. Search "Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain" on Fandango, Atom Tickets, or theater sites for any limited or encore screenings.

It's a fun, nostalgic pick if you're a die-hard fan of the TV show and enjoy broad, low-stakes comedy like other sitcom adaptations—think light-hearted chaos with familiar faces. Casual viewers might find it uneven or overly silly.