Khichdi

The show is not relatable. It has laugh tracks. It seems like a stupid idea. But it somehow works.

Welcome to the blend of Indian flavours known as Khichdi. A foreigner or someone who hasn't given a few tries to the episodes of this show might feel this is extremely bizzare to be termed as comedy.

But you need to understand that it still works. The show is self aware and isn't trying to portray itself as a sitcom like Sarabhai vs Sarabhai. It is intentionally designed to subvert every TV trope and cultural expectations that Indians have.

Angelic elders which can do no wrong. Throw them away (literally). Respecting them? No. Family feud between women in the family. Nah they get along exceptionally. Jealousy between them? Nope. The widowed daughter in law has a sad life? No she quite enjoys herself. Do the men work? No they're extremely stupid. Do the women take care of the house? No they're extremely stupid too. Is there a strict patriarch? Yes. Does he have any control over them? No again. Does all this make them live a life of poverty. Is this somehow a tale of hope? No, they manage to be rich somehow and they never learn.

Parekh family's khichdi is one of the most unique shows in the history of television. And in a good way. It cannot be described just seen. Still I tried. Give it a watch.