Prashant Sharma, affectionately known as Fanney Khan and portrayed by Anil Kapoor, is a passionate, part-time singer who harbors dreams of a musical career. Sadly, life has thrown him many obstacles, preventing him from achieving this dream. His journey takes a poignant turn when he rushes to the hospital to embrace his newborn daughter, naming her Lata after the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar. Prashant shares a close bond with his best friend Kadar Bhai, played by Satish Kaushik, and is married to Kavita, portrayed by Divya Dutta.
As years pass, Lata matures into a teenager, played by Pihu Sand, and enrolls in college. She possesses a stunning voice, yet faces ridicule for her weight, which becomes a source of pain for her. Among her idols is the celebrated singer Sumitra "Baby" Singh, played by Aishwarya Rai, who yearns for a vacation as she feels trapped in her demanding life. Baby shares her frustrations with her manager Kakkad, who has persistently pushed her to make choices that compromise her comfort.
Following the closure of the factory where Prashant worked, he turns to driving a taxi to support his family. In pursuit of Lata's singing success, he crafts original tunes, though she is dismissive of his dedication. Lata, influenced by the entertainment industry, believes that image is paramount, leading her to splurge on an extravagant dress that strains their finances.
In a twist of fate, Baby Singh finds herself in Prashant's taxi during a disagreement with her manager, igniting a chain of events. When Baby requests water, Prashant, fueled by desperation, inadvertently adds sleeping pills to the drink. The situation escalates as he kidnaps her, hoping to launch Lata's singing career by negotiating a musical deal with her management.
Prashant enlists the help of his friend Adhir, played by Raj Kumar Yadav, who is entangled in his own challenges, including a manipulative girlfriend Jinal portrayed by Swati Semwal. As the plot thickens, the complexities of relationships unfold, revealing Adhir’s struggle against Jinal’s exploitation.
Lata's aspirations face sabotage when her weight becomes a barrier at a local singing competition that could potentially lead her to the national stage. Prashant, determined, contacts Baby's manager to negotiate a musical ransom in exchange for her release, enticing them with Lata's talent.
During these events, Adhir forms a bond with Baby, helping her rekindle her enjoyment of life amidst her struggles. However, the situation turns precarious when media coverage uncovers Prashant’s identity, placing him at the center of a police investigation.
In a gripping climax, on the day of Lata's big performance, the truth emerges before her, revealing her father's involvement in Baby's disappearance. Yet, under immense pressure, Lata delivers a powerful performance, moving the audience and making her father and parents proud.
As events unfold, the unity between Prashant and Lata garners public attention, leading to an unexpected resolution. The film concludes with a wave of applause as Prashant is exonerated and Lata steps into the limelight, celebrating her talents and the relentless efforts of her father to help her achieve her dreams. A video release of Baby and Adhir enjoying life together reinforces the triumph of Lata's hard work, solidifying her status as a rising star in the musical world and marking a joyous return for Prashant to a community that now celebrates him.
