Humshakals

Humshakals

Year: 2014

Runtime: 159 min

Language: Hindi

Director: Sajid Khan

Comedy

A series of increasingly tangled situations arise as identical twins, triplets, and other lookalikes find their lives intertwined. Mistaken identities and humorous misunderstandings lead to chaotic consequences, disrupting relationships and creating a string of comical mishaps. The film follows their misadventures, resulting in a laugh-out-loud comedy filled with unpredictable moments.

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Timeline – Humshakals (2014)

Trace every key event in Humshakals (2014) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Ashok's Father's Coma

The story begins with Ashok's wealthy father being in a coma for six years. This unfortunate situation provides an opportunity for Mamaji to devise his sinister plans against Ashok.

2

Mamaji's Sinister Scheme

Mamaji conspires with Dr. Khan to ensure Ashok meets a similar fate to his father. Their evil plan hinges on incapacitating Ashok or declaring him insane, so they can inherit his father's estate.

3

Board Meeting Incident

During a crucial board meeting, Mamaji spikes the drinks of Ashok and Kumar. This malicious act results in them acting like dogs for an entire day, leading to their unexpected admission into a mental asylum.

Board Meeting Room
4

Admission to the Asylum

Ashok and Kumar find themselves under the care of Dr. Shivani in the asylum. They soon realize that the truth about their situation will need to come to light for their release.

Mental Asylum
5

Mistaken Identity

In a twist of fate, two lookalikes of Ashok and Kumar are mistakenly released from the asylum. These impersonators are linked to Bijlani, a cocaine trafficker, further complicating the narrative.

Mental Asylum
6

Inviting the Impostors

Shanaya and Mishti mistakenly believe they have reunited with Ashok and Kumar. They invite the impostors to Ashok's mansion, allowing Mamaji to set his own trap.

Ashok's Mansion
7

Learning of the Plot

Inside the asylum, the real Ashok and Kumar discover Mamaji's plot to steal Ashok's business empire. This revelation becomes a crucial turning point in their attempt to reclaim their lives.

Mental Asylum
8

Cyrus the Ward Boy

With the help of a resourceful ward boy named Cyrus, Ashok and Kumar devise a plan to contact Johnny, a Mamaji lookalike. They hope Johnny can aid them in thwarting Mamaji's plans.

Mental Asylum
9

Escape from the Asylum

Just as their plan begins to unfold, the trio encounters a setback when the warden, Y. M. Raj, sneezes. This unexpectedly triggers Johnny's violent tendencies, providing them an opening to escape.

Mental Asylum
10

Chaos at the Board Meeting

On the day of the board meeting, Ashok and Kumar, still entangled in their farcical altercations, confront Mamaji amidst confusion. A series of hilarious mix-ups force them to reveal Mamaji's true identity.

Board Meeting Room
11

Dr. Khan's Disruption

During the board meeting, Dr. Khan disrupts proceedings by triggering a fire alarm. This chaos leads Ashok and Kumar into encounters with their lookalikes, further complicating the situation.

Board Meeting Room
12

Pandemonium at the House of Commons

The absurdity peaks when Ashok, Kumar, and their duplicates converge at the House of Commons. Their mishaps unfold dramatically during a presentation to Prince Charles, amplifying the comedic chaos.

House of Commons
13

Ashok's Father Awakens

In a climactic turn of events, Ashok’s father awakens from his coma. His return dramatically impacts the narrative, leading to Mamaji's downfall and resolution of the chaos.

Ashok's Mansion
14

Mamaji's Justice

With the truth revealed, Ashok’s father exposes Mamaji’s nefarious schemes. The plot concludes with justice served as Mamaji faces the consequences of his manipulations.

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