The third season of ‘Yeh Meri Family’ takes viewers on a journey down memory lane while examining timeless themes of love, support, and the relationships that hold families together.
Story of Yeh Meri Family: Set in the spring of 1995, the season digs deeper into the lives of the Awasthi family as they deal with life’s ups and downs.
The third season of TVF’s ‘Yeh Meri Family’ transports viewers back to the spring of 1995, providing a nostalgic look at the life of 11-year-old Rishi (Anngad Maaholay), the youngest member of the Awasthi family. The show expertly captures the complexities of family dynamics and the problems of puberty via Rishi’s point of view, all while honoring the warmth, humor, and nostalgia of the 1990s.
The ensemble cast, which includes Juhi Parmar as the strict yet caring mother Neerja, Rajesh Kumar as the supportive father Sanjay, Veena Mehta as the loving daadi, and Hetal Gada as Rishi’s elder sister Ritika, delivers stellar performances that add to the authenticity of the family moments depicted on screen.
The sitcom is infused with nostalgia, as evidenced by references to 90s culture such as viewing VCR movies like Hum Aapke Hain Kaun, playing traditional games like Pittu Garam (Seven Stones), and the appearance of long-wired telephones and cable TV. While these components effectively transport one down memory lane, there are times when it feels forced, particularly in sequences representing Rishi’s bouts with bullying at school.
Despite minor imperfections, the show’s emphasis on the importance of family and examination of adolescent emotions and struggles are captivating. Both Hetal Gada and Anngad Maaholay excel in their parts, expressing the difficulties of adolescence with sincerity and complexity. Rishi and Ritika’s sibling chemistry enriches the story and is a highlight.
While the plot of Yeh Meri Family occasionally pulls toward simplicity with a strong emotional intensity, director Rahib Siddiqui and his writing team (Vipul Mayank, Abdullah Khan, Seema Sawhney Sharma, Ayush Tiwari, and Pooja Sharma) keep the series light-hearted throughout. However, this strategy sometimes limits the study of more complex emotions, leaving some viewers wanting greater character development.
Overall, the third season of Yeh Meri Family is still a relevant and entertaining family drama. It takes viewers on a journey down memory lane while examining timeless themes such as love, support, and the relationships that unite families.
