: Reviewers from The Times of India highlight the "pitch-perfect" performances, particularly Geetanjali Kulkarni’s outstanding expressions and dialogue delivery.
: It highlights the typical "nok-jhok" (bickering) found in Indian households, where small disagreements over dinner or chores escalate into loud but love-filled arguments. The Mishra Family
: The sharp-tongued yet adoring mother who often communicates through yelling—a strategic tool to keep the family together. : Reviewers from The Times of India highlight
: Critics and viewers alike praise the show for its authentic portrayal of small-town North Indian life, featuring leaky taps, noisy washing machines, and nosy neighbors like Bittu’s Mummy (Sunita Rajwar).
: The forgiving father and employee at the local electricity division. : Critics and viewers alike praise the show
: The series maintains a gentle, pleasing humor rather than a "laugh-out-loud" riot, focusing on the beauty of the ordinary.
The first episode of the SonyLIV original series , titled " Tehri " , serves as a "kissa" (anecdote) rather than a traditional "kahani" (story), introducing viewers to the heartwarming and relatable chaos of the middle-class Mishra family. Episode 1: "Tehri" Overview The first episode of the SonyLIV original series
: The episode centers on a "sweet and sour" tiff between Shanti Mishra and her elder son, Annu. The conflict arises from their mutual disappointments: Shanti is worried about Annu’s unemployment, while Annu is frustrated by the mundane details of daily life, specifically fussing over the food (Tehri) being served.