Badi Door Se Aaye Hain’ is a hit Indian TV sitcom that puts a twist in the family comedy genre with elements of science fiction. The show, which was on air at SAB TV, took the show by storm due to its out-of-the-box humour, very relatable family-based issues and out-there story lines. Also, what sets it apart from other typical family dramas is how it does an innovative job of putting forth the theme of foreign alien life trying to fit in our world.
Plot Summary
The series we follow is of a family from the planet “Boliwada” that has come to Earth on a mission. The family consists of Hoshi, the patriarch; Tipu, the matriarch; their son Vasant; and their daughter Jiya. They are out to study human life, to learn Earth customs and report back to their planet. In terms of the comedy, we see them try to fit in while keeping their identities a secret. We see very literal interpretations of human habits, innocent misunderstandings, and playful doings, which play out in every episode.
In terms of learning how to cook and dress like us, going to school and getting jobs, what they do to fit in is at the heart of the story. The show does well to present an alien point of view on human behaviour, which in turn makes what we do every day seem strange and almost humorous.
Cast and Characters
Actor, Character, Role & Traits
Sumeet Raghavan: Vasant Ghotala
The patriarch of the alien family. Attempts to fit into human society, often leading to comedic situations because of his alien powers and unfamiliarity with human life.
Rupali Bhonsale: Varsha (often Dolly) Ghotala, Vasant’s wife.
She tries to behave like a homemaker, hiding her alien origins, dealing with domestic life while juggling her family’s secrets.
Vinay Rohrra: Sharad Ghotala Vasant’s brother.
Sharad can read minds or even erase thoughts, and he has a romantic subplot with Anna D’Souza.
Puneet Talreja: Hemant Ghotala
The eldest child in the Ghotala family. Creative, but often confused about human ways.
Amit Dolawat: Pritesh Ghotala
One of the younger Ghotala children. Adds energy and innocence to the family dynamic.
Sujay Bhagwe: Shishir Ghotala
The youngest child. Highly perceptive (e.g. with powers like X-ray vision), often mischievous.
Bhavna Khatri: Anna D’Souza
A human character, the love interest of Sharad. She plays a role that bridges the alien-human divide in the story.
Vindhya Tiwari: Sonachandi Ghotala
A significant female role among the daughters or the young generation.
Supporting Characters: Also include friends, colleagues, and the other neighbours, who, over time, accept and bond with the alien family.
Crew
Director: Rajiv, also known as.
Producer: Jay Sanjay.
Writer(s): Rohit Malhotra and team.
Production House: Edit Two Productions.
Channel: TV SAB.
Themes and Appeal
The show looks at issues of family, friendship, and cultural adaptation, which it does so with a funny touch. It also gets viewers to value difference and support diversity, which is played out in the aliens’ attempt to navigate human culture, which in turn puts forth a message of tolerance and learning from each other.
It’s in the fusion of science fiction and comedy, which is very rare in Indian TV. We see in its (the show’s) witty banter, over-the-top reactions, and situational humour, which keeps the audience hooked, also in the delivery of what may be considered as life’s gentle truths.
Reception and Legacy
In the home, “Badi Door Se Aaye Hain” won over critics with its fresh concept and stellar performances. The show, which had a wide appeal among families, did very well. It provided light-hearted entertainment, which at the same time didn’t sacrifice creative integrity. Its mix of humour, science fiction, and family elements made it stand out in a very competitive TV field and, in turn, gained a dedicated fan base.
For some time now, since its first run, the show has been well remembered for its original plot, which also brought to light great characters. Also, it has brought up issues related to what science fiction can do on Indian TV, which in turn has inspired more out-of-the-box stories in today’s top-rated shows.
Conclusion
In the pantheon of great TV, which is what “Badi Door Se Aaye Hain” is, the show does a fantastic job at blending humour, science fiction, and family values into one neat and very watchable package. The alien family’s journey to decode human behaviour is a source of great entertainment as well as inspiration for the audience to see the value in difference, which in turn has made this series a classic in Indian TV history.
