# Sharmaji Namkeen (2022)

> A recently retired Delhi widower rediscovers his appetite for life when his talent for cooking opens an unexpected path beyond family expectations.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/618482

## Facts

- Runtime: 119 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Hitesh Bhatia
- Cast: Rishi Kapoor, Paresh Rawal, Juhi Chawla Mehta, Satish Kaushik, Suhail Nayyar, Taaruk Raina, Isha Talwar, Sheeba Chaddha
- TMDB rating: 6.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9098938/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: warm, witty, hopeful, family movie night, lazy sunday

## Synopsis

A retired widower discovers his true passion in the kitchen, navigating the challenges of family and self-discovery.

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