Ashutosh Rana 2.0 excels in humourous avatar, Nyra Banerjee marks impressive debut in whacko road trip

Poster for One Two Cha Cha Chaa

Director: Abhishek Raj Khemka and Rajnish Thakur

Cast: Ashutosh Rana, Lalit Prabhakar, Nyrraa Banerji, Harsh Mayar, Mukesh Tiwari

Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes

Where to watch: In theaters

Rating: 3.5 stars

Sanju (Lalit Prabhakar), the eldest son of the family, is about to get engaged and the preparations are in full swing. Just when everything seems to be going well, the family’s single uncle, Ved Prakash Jaiswal (Ashutosh Rana), who struggles with bipolar disorder, drops a bombshell; he also announces that he wants to get married. This unexpected revelation immediately creates awkwardness and tension within the family, turning the moment of celebration into an uncomfortable situation.

Concerned about his mental health and behavior, the family consults a doctor, who recommends Ved Prakash be admitted to a mental health institute in Ranchi. Below is the main journey of the movie. The two nephews, along with a friend, got into a minibus to take the uncle to Ranchi. Ved Prakash is bound and unconscious during the journey, but what starts as a simple journey soon turns into complete chaos. Along the way, the group encounters a variety of colorful characters: suspended narcotics officers, a dancer named Shoma, an escaped criminal Bhura Singh, and an overzealous police officer. Each new character adds a new layer of confusion, humor, and unpredictability to the narrative.

One Two Cha Cha Cha is a situational comedy that slowly gets to you, relying more on characters and circumstances than raucous jokes or cheap humor. The film opens with a seemingly happy event in the Jaiswal family. The film’s comedy relies on situations and character conflicts rather than punchlines or double-entendre jokes. At a time when so many comedies rely on crude humor, One Two Cha Cha Cha Makes a conscious effort to stay clean and decent. Humor naturally arises from misunderstandings, awkward encounters, and the sheer absurdity of the situations the characters find themselves in. While the story is undeniably over-the-top (with gunshots, a bank robbery, and even the discovery of a large drug cache), it remains internally logical within the world it creates, which helps keep the audience invested.

One of the film’s biggest strengths is its cast, especially Ashutosh Rana. Primarily known for his intense, serious and evil roles, it is refreshing to see him in a comical avatar. Rana as Ved Prakash Jaiswal gives a performance full of nuances. Body language, expressions and dialogues are carefully balanced, ensuring that the character never becomes a caricature. He becomes the backbone of the film’s humor, and many of the funniest moments revolve around his presence.

The supporting cast also does a commendable job. Abhimanyu Singh leaves a strong impression despite his limited screen time. Nayra Banerjee, Anant Vijay Joshi, Harsh Mayar, Ashok Pathak, Chittaranjan Giri and Hemal Ingle fit into their roles comfortably and help maintain the rhythm of the film. Their chemistry keeps the long road trip interesting, even if the narrative is a bit tense.

Directors Abhishek Raj Khemka and Rajneesh Thakur focus firmly on situational comedy. While the road trip format feels drawn-out at certain points, the engaging interactions and sharp dialogue make up for it. Especially the dialogues are one of the film’s greatest assets; simple, relatable, and driven by context rather than noise.

Comprehensive, One Two Cha Cha Cha is an honest attempt at character-based comedy. It may not aim to have you laughing non-stop, but it provides a pleasant, relaxed experience. For viewers looking for restrained humor and light entertainment without overthinking, this movie offers a good viewing experience on the big screen.