Release Date: 24 February 2012
Directed by: Mandeep Kumar
Starring: Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia Dsouza, Om Puri, Tinu Anand, Smita Jaykar
Mini, a beautiful, free spirited tomboy's fate is determined by her money-hungry dad Bhatti. Bhatti has confirmed Mini's wedding to Sunny, whose only aim in life is to spend his wealthy father's money. Then there is Viren, a mild-mannered but ambitious guy employed by Bhatti. In an unusual turn of events Viren finds himself kidnapping Mini. While on the run the 'fugitives' begin to form a bond and enjoy the adventures they share. Enter Chaudhary and his hilarious family, each not to be out done by the other. Watch the twist and turns as Chaudhary's real identity is exposed. The ransom becomes somewhat of an after thought for Mini as Chaudhary and his extended family grow to love Mini's presence around the house. So who will Mini end up with? Will she settle for the ransom and a married life with Sunny? Will Viren just stand by and watch the proceedings? Only one way to find out...
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