National, 22 December 2020
Hindi films have taught us that ‘It’s all about loving your parents’, but what happens when that love is just a bit much & over-bearing! A game developer and a national level sportswoman get married and plan to start their ‘happily ever after’ in Mumbai. But as they begin with their new lives, their pesky in-laws land up as their new neighbors and a mayhem ensues. This Christmas, SonyLIV brings to you the much needed 2020’s year-end offering in its upcoming original – Sandwiched Forever. Launching on 25th December, the 15-episodic sitcom dwells on the craziest family in town and the twisted equations that bind them together.
Directed by Rohan Sippy and produced by Studio Next, Sandwiched Forever is a sitcom around the newlyweds Sameer and Naina. Their search for a ‘home’ lands them in a flat adjoining to Naina’s parents while Sameer’s parents also end up becoming their neighbors soon after. From home décor references to food preferences, as the in-laws start dictating the norms of the house, thereon begins a roller coaster ride with Sameer and Naina’s lives turned upside down in a blink. Laden with humour, sarcasm and deluge of close to life moments, this show reflects on the intricate yet endearing relationships that define all modern Indian families.
Starring Aahana Kumra and Kunaal Roy Kapur in the lead, the show is written and run by The Kapil Sharma Show fame Bharat Kukreti. The show stars a stellar cast including Zakir Hussain, Divya Seth Shah, Atul Kulkarni and Lubna Salim amongst others. So, gear up for a laugh riot and watch Sandwiched Forever on and from 25th December only on SonyLIV.
Comments:
Ashish Golwalkar – Head-Content SET, Digital Business, Sony Pictures Networks India
“We believe there is a strong need for relatable ‘sitcoms’ in the Indian home entertainment space. Sandwiched Forever which rides on a humorous plot with incredible performances, is SonyLIV’s first attempt to cater to this need gap. Studio Next has roped in a great bunch of talent to execute this. We are delighted to have Bharat Kukreti and his team write and creatively supervise the show. As a director, Rohan Sippy has been successful in bringing out an entertaining watch from this ensemble cast.”
Indranil Chakraborty, Head, Studio Next
“Post the stupendous success of our debut venture Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story, Studio Next has set a benchmark in the OTT space and we hope to live up to it with Sandwiched Forever. It’s a lighthearted take on modern day relationships that’s sure to resonate with the masses and emerge as an apt festive entertainer”
Rohan Sippy, Director, Sandwiched Forever
“Art imitates life is a truth, and I feel nothing inspires us more than the disarming and relatable tales of Indian households. Sandwiched Forever is one such quirky portrayal of an Indian family struggling to make sense of their newfound relationships. I am delighted to have worked with a group of brilliant, versatile actors who have taken the show to another level with their impeccable comic timing and performances. We are thrilled to collaborate with SonyLIV and Studio Next to bring this comedy to the audience.”
Kunaal Roy Kapur, Actor
“I am drawn to sitcoms as a genre so when I heard the narration for Sandwiched Forever, it didn’t take me long to give a nod. Not only was Sameer an extremely fun and endearing character to portray but the story in itself deals with a situation, most Indian couples find themselves in, which made it relatable to the core. We had a great time shooting the series and I hope the chemistry spills over to the screen. Looking forward to the premiere on SonyLIV.”
Aahana Kumra, Actress
“Sandwiched Forever is the story of the quintessential Indian household that we all can relate to. The show underlines a host of hilarious and awkward instances between two families who are stuck together by a marriage and are now compelled to adjust with each other. I have thoroughly enjoyed playing Naina and it was no less than a riot filming this series with such talented actors. I can’t wait for the audience reactions to this show.”
