Photocopy

Photocopy

Year: 2017

Runtime: 91 mins

Language: Arabic

Director: Tamer Ashry

RomanceDramaComedy

Mahmoud, a man in his late 50s who runs a photocopying shop, becomes consumed by the mystery of why dinosaurs disappeared. His intense research into this topic unexpectedly leads him on a journey of self-discovery, rekindling lost connections with friendship, family, and love. Through his quest for answers about the prehistoric past, he ultimately finds a renewed appreciation for the meaning of life.

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1

Madhu and Mala: twin sisters with contrasting personalities

Madhu is extroverted and prank-loving, while Mala is introverted, studious, and training to be a doctor. They live with their grandmother and navigate daily life, their contrasting personalities fueling both humor and tension. Their dynamic sets the stage for a major identity swap when Madhu's antics land her in trouble at college.

Granny's house
2

Principal's trap: Madhu nominated for inter-college quiz

The principal nominates Madhu for the inter-college quiz as a punishment for her mischief, hoping she will fail. Madhu pleads for help, but Mala suggests taking Madhu's place to avoid trouble. The plan hinges on a swap of identities, which promises consequences that ripple through both sisters' lives.

College campus
3

Mala agrees to take Madhu's place

Mala agrees to participate in the quiz in Madhu's stead, hoping to spare her sister from trouble. She steps into Madhu's world and soon encounters Sameer Wankhede during the event. A new romance begins, complicating the sisters' ruse.

Quiz venue
4

Mala meets Sameer and falls in love

During the quiz and the ensuing interactions, Mala meets Sameer Wankhede and they unexpectedly fall for each other. The romance grows despite the looming risk of exposure. Mala struggles with how and when to reveal the truth.

Quiz venue
5

Sameer misunderstands, asks for Madhu's number

Sameer, thinking Mala is Madhu, asks for 'Madhu's' phone number. Madhu, not wanting to complicate things, hands him Mala's number. The mix-up deepens the identity swap between the sisters.

Phone
6

Mala adopts Madhu's lifestyle to date Sameer

Mala realizes she must present herself as Madhu to continue dating Sameer. She adopts Madhu's fashionable style and social persona, and Sameer quickly adapts to the change. The relationship continues under the umbrella of deception.

Mala's social circle
7

Madhu's interest in Sameer grows amid material temptations

Meanwhile, Madhu is drawn to Sameer’s flashy bikes and cars, which further entangles her feelings with the deception. Her growing attraction threatens to topple the careful ruse. The tension between the sisters rises as love and lies collide.

City
8

Tiff with Sameer; Mala withdraws for a while

A minor quarrel arises between Mala and Sameer, and she withdraws from the relationship for a period. The break tests the ruse and the sisters’ bond, while emotions remain high. They must confront what love means when truth is hidden.

City
9

Birthday party invitation and cross-reading

Sameer hands an invitation to his birthday party, and Madhu reads it and attends with her friends. Mala also goes to the party after being invited, hoping to meet him in person. The night is built on a web of lies that will soon unravel.

Sameer's party venue
10

Sameer proposes to Madhu, believing she is Mala

At the party, Sameer, unaware of the truth, proposes to Madhu, thinking she is Mala due to the deception. Mala is heartbroken to see the deception and leaves the party. Madhu continues the ruse, deepening the tangle.

Birthday party
11

Granny discovers the truth

Their Granny discovers Madhu pretending to be Mala and learns the full story, including the engagement and the fallout. She is heartbroken but ultimately decides to let Madhu choose her own path.

Granny's house
12

Confrontation and reconciliation

As Sameer is about to place the engagement ring, Madhu's guilt catches up with her and she confesses everything in front of everyone. Sameer immediately drives to Mala's medical camp to reconcile with her. The truth leads to a hopeful ending where Mala and Sameer reconnect honestly.

Engagement venue / Mala's medical camp

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