Garam Masala

Garam Masala

Year: 2005

Runtime: 142 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Priyadarshan

ComedyCrude humor and satireGags jokes and slapstick humorCatchy songs and hilarious musical comedyAmusing jokes and witty satire

Mac, a photographer and serial womanizer, engineers a scheme to house three airline stewardesses—each unaware of the others—as his live‑in girlfriends. The arrangement works while their rotations keep them apart every third day, but shifting schedules, a jealous friend and his fiancée threaten to unravel his meticulously built web of deception.

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1

Opening photo shoot and Anjali's departure

Mac and Sam begin a photo shoot, focusing on models. Anjali, Mac's fiancée, is disgusted by his closeness to the models and walks out. The scene establishes the tension between their professional ambitions and personal relationships.

Opening sequence Photo studio
2

Boss's ultimatum and the world photography contest

In the boss's office, he warns them that they are good-for-nothing and must deliver strong shots for the Garam Masala world photography contest to save the magazine. He threatens a pay cut if they fail.

Early in the film Boss's office
3

The double-date and wallet theft

Both Mac and Sam ask Maggie on a date at the same restaurant, causing awkward tension when they realize they are competing for the same secretary's affection. A pickpocket steals their wallets after the meal, forcing them into a scramble to pay the bill. The incident sets off a string of comic misadventures.

Same day as the date setup Restaurant
4

Rivalry escalates to impress Maggie

The rivalry to impress Maggie intensifies after the meal, with pratfalls and misadventures as they try to outdo one another. The scene plays up the film's farcical tone, showing how far they'll go for recognition.

Same day Restaurant
5

Sam's breakthrough and Mac's demotion

Sam visits a renowned photographer to gain outstanding shots, and the stolen images help him win the world photography competition. His victory earns him a promotion, ten percent of the prize money, and a pay raise, while Mac is demoted to assistant.

After the date Photographer's studio
6

Sam leaves for the US; Mac stays in Mauritius

Having won, Sam heads to the United States for a holiday, leaving Mac fuming in Mauritius. The geographic split marks the beginning of their escalating rivalry.

Post-contest Mauritius / United States
7

editor's plan for Mac's new life

The chief editor schemes to push Mac into Sam's orbit by forcing him to court three women as fiancées, move into a luxurious flat, and drive expensive imported cars. Babban, Mac's driver, supplies the high-end cars and runs errands, while Mambo the housekeeper keeps order in the flat.

Mid-act Mac's flat
8

Mac's lavish new life and affairs

Mac begins affairs with Deepti, Puja, and Sweety, causing chaos in the flat and straining the relationships. The situation spirals as the three women clash and complicate Mac's life.

Mid-act Mac's flat
9

Sam returns and rivalry rekindled

Sam returns from America to find his friend turned rival, now juggling three girlfriends. He tries his luck with the same girls, adding to the already chaotic situation.

Return from America Mauritius
10

Chaos of juggling three lovers

Maintaining three lovers proves impossible, and chaos erupts as the women demand attention. Anjali learns of Mac's infidelity, creating a much bigger mess.

Late act Mac's flat
11

Mambo leaves and reconciliation efforts

When Mambo leaves, Mac and Sam confront their mistakes and try to repair their friendships and relationships. Mac resolves to reunite with Anjali.

Late act Mac's flat
12

Final chase and truth revealed

In the climactic chase, Mac attempts to climb onto the car carrying Anjali and Sam while the group of air hostesses pursues them, along with others who have learned the truth. The film ends with the trio confronting the consequences of their actions as the truth comes out.

Ending Road / city streets

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