Hattrick

Dr. Satyajit Chavan is the head doctor at a civil hospital in Delhi, widely respected for his medical skill yet notorious for a terrible bedside manner. He leads a team of doctors, many of them interns fresh from medical school, who frequently question his approach to patient care. He bluntly reminds them that his primary job is to save lives, and that beds must be allocated to those most likely to recover. The film reveals that government hospitals in large cities like Mumbai are severely strapped for space, attracting the city’s most gravely ill and presenting a harsh reality that shapes his views on treatment. These draconian conditions illuminate the tough choices he faces and the stern, practical mindset that governs his decisions.

Sarbajeet “Saby” Singh and Kashmira Singh are a young Punjabi couple who choose each other outside of traditional arranged marriages. They host a joint dinner with their parents to announce their decision and, to their delight, the families welcome the match and help arrange the wedding. Yet after the ceremony, Saby and Kashmira discover that their lives and aspirations diverge. The core conflict centers on cricket: Saby is a devoted cricket fanatic who follows every India match, while Kashmira does not share his passion. This difference leads to growing distance as Saby pours time and energy into the sport, leaving Kashmira feeling unattended, lonely, and increasingly unloved.

Hemendra “Hemu” Patel is a janitor at a London airport, a figure who embodies the immigrant’s long and challenging journey. His deepest wish is to obtain British citizenship, a status he believes will allow him to return home to India with a sense of pride and ceremony. He also contends with the cultural twists of having a UK-oriented teenage daughter, a situation that tests his patience and resolve. His wife Priya is affectionate and supportive, sharing the weight of balancing adaptation to a new country with the pull of home, even as she respects his ambitions.

David Abraham, affectionately nicknamed “Chinaman” by fans, stands as a celebrated Indian cricketer who has stepped away from active international play. Even in retirement, he remains a prominent figure, frequently invited to games, functions, and sporting events as a guest of honor, a testament to his enduring popularity and the respect he commands within the cricket world.

As the narrative threads converge, Saby’s parents confront him for letting Kashmira feel neglected because of his cricket fixation. The tension tests the strength of their marriage and begs the question of whether love can survive when one partner cannot fully understand the other’s needs. The journey toward reconciliation unfolds as Saby confronts his priorities, gains a renewed sensitivity toward Kashmira, and works to win back her trust. In the end, the couple finds a path back to each other, choosing to blend their shared love for life with a deeper attention to one another’s hopes and desires. The film closes on a note of reunion and renewed commitment, underscoring the idea that understanding and compromise can bridge even the widest gaps. Cameo appearances by John Abraham and Lin Laishram add extra texture to the story, while the core relationships remain grounded in the everyday realities faced by the characters.

Last Updated: October 09, 2025 at 15:10