Perfect Family Review: Pankaj Tripathi delivers a neatly observed portrait of an imperfect Indian family that’s 'uncomfortably' infectious to watch

Perfect Family Story: Perfect Family is a drama series about a seemingly perfect Indian family that is forced to attend therapy after an incident involving their daughter, Daani. 

Perfect Family Review

Several series and movies have been made that highlight the imperfections of an Indian family, and through these series or movies, the makers tried to come up with a possible solution that can change the perspective of society. Recently, we had a Netflix film, Greater Kalesh, that showcased the story of a messed-up Indian family, but how proper communication made them reconnect. Likewise, the Pankaj Tripathi-produced series, Perfect Family, also highlights the imperfections that Indian families have normalized for generations, but no one dared to change the perspective because of 'what will society think?" 

Perfect Family is the story of Karkaria. An everyday Indian family, managed by the 'father' of the house. The son, Vishnu (Gulshan Devaiah), is a corporate worker, while his wife (Girija Oak) is a housewife. They have a daughter, Daani, and a son. Point to be noted, the wife left her editing job after marriage, which clearly highlights how thousands of women leave their jobs after they get settled because their husbands say, "What will you do with the job? Am I not enough?" Obviously, it's the man's ego that works supremely in Indian households. This is the very reason why women choose to stay single rather than get married and lose their jobs. Also point to be noted, not every man is like that, but most of them are. 

The Karkaria family never stops arguing, and the in-laws have problems with Vishnu's wife wanting to stay separately. Manoj Pahwa and Seema Pahwa play the heads of the Karkaria family, parents of Vishnu. They do not want their son to go to Dubai, just like how an ordinary Indian family reacts. They believe in living together as a family. Manoj is a toxic father who unintentionally hurts his children and thinks they won't mind. As they continue arguing, Vishnu's daughter, Daani, gets an anxiety attack in school, and hence, the family is advised to do therapy session. Neha Dhupia plays a therapist who extricates all the flaws of the family and tries to balance their life. 

This narrative sheds light on the emotional struggles and unspoken anxieties of a modern Indian family. This highlights the stigma surrounding mental health within Indian families, showing how difficult it can be for some members to open up and seek help. This show emphasises resilience, communication, and the value of family support when solving their problems together. This light-hearted drama highlights the serious issues of mental health and family dynamics in a middle-class Indian family.

The eight-episode series highlights how family members attend therapy sessions together and confront their personal issues, hidden difficulties, and the social stigma surrounding mental well-being.

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Perfect Family Verdict

Perfect Family is a heartfelt and relevant drama that mixes humour with serious social commentary. This series sheds light on the emotional struggles, communication gaps, and social pressures that many Indian families face. Through therapy sessions and open conversations, it explores mental health, generational conflicts, and the courage needed to confront long-held norms. With strong performances and subtle portrayals of everyday family life, this show is entertaining and thought-provoking - a mirror for the modern Indian family.

Watch Perfect Family on JAR Series YouTube channel.