The Mehta Boys

Amay, a workaholic architect living in Mumbai, receives a letter from his sister about their mother's death and must face the family crisis he has been avoiding. The news forces him to choose between a rising career and his obligations to family. He starts preparing for a trip back home, weighed down by stress and unresolved resentments.

Amay travels back to his hometown to attend the funeral and say goodbye to his mother. The journey underscores the distance between his polished professional life and the messy realities of family loyalty. He travels with a sense of duty but also apprehension.

Shiv Mehta moves into Amay's house to spend the next 48 hours with him after their mother's death. He is taken aback by what he sees as his son's cramped living conditions and emotional distance. The reunion stirs old wounds and reveals how little they understand each other.

Shiv and Amay agree to put aside their differences for the next 48 hours, hoping to mend their fractured relationship. They set ground rules and tense expectations, aware that time is running out before Shiv must leave. The fragile truce becomes the frame for the days ahead.

They quarrel over who should sleep on the sofa versus the bed. Amay wants to take care of his father, while Shiv insists on making himself comfortable, sparking a sharp exchange. The disagreement exposes how far their values have drifted from each other.

Shiv's childish interventions, including meddling with the car's handbrake and attempting to haul heavy luggage, escalate tensions. Amay remains focused on work and resents the distractions, setting the stage for louder clashes. Even small actions carry emotional weight in their strained dynamic.

Over drinks, their conversation devolves into an argument when Shiv insults Amay's profession as an architect. The exchange reveals deeper wounds about identity, purpose, and pride. The two men confront the real reason their relationship has suffered.

Shiv expresses a desire to meet Zara and they go out for dinner. The outing becomes tense as Amay tries to balance filial duty with personal boundaries. The conflict peaks when Amay insists on paying the bill and Shiv resists the gesture.

Shiv storms out of the restaurant, leaving behind his bag with passport and ticket, a symbol of his unresolved departure plans and the rift between them. The moment leaves Amay uneasy about the family’s future. Zara's presence lingers as an external reminder of responsibility.

On the road home, Shiv's interference with the handbrake triggers a near crash, and Amay finally erupts in anger. The confrontation exposes the core frustration: neither man feels seen or understood by the other. The argument forces them to confront what family means to each of them.

Shiv wanders the streets in a distracted haze and follows a woman, mistaking her for his late wife, which leads to an accident. Amay receives the news and rushes to the hospital, where Zara bluntly reminds him of his duties as a son. The hospital scene becomes a turning point that shifts focus from pride to responsibility.

Amay presents his architectural project to his team, arguing against blindly importing Western designs and emphasizing the value of staying connected to one’s culture. He speaks with passion and conviction, addressing critics with resolve. The project is approved, signaling a turning point in his career.

Amay travels to his hometown to thank his father, realizing that the harsh comments came from care and a wish to teach him life lessons. He acknowledges the lessons learned from his father’s tough love. The moment strengthens their bond and mutual understanding.

At the airport, Amay and his father share a quiet, hopeful farewell as their relationship seems repaired. They part with a sense of reconciliation and a new understanding about family. The moment hints at a future built on empathy rather than distance.

Back in Mumbai, Amay returns home to a cleaned and renovated apartment, a tangible reflection of the changes in his life. He switches off the light as the screen fades to black, closing his story on a note of quiet renewal. The final image ties together personal growth with a fresh start.