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(u/nri_munda): Same. My mom said, “That’s exactly how I felt when we moved to Canada.” This film should be required viewing for immigrant families.
(u/filmiholic): Yes! Totally agree. The real love story is between Shashi and her own confidence. english vinglish reddit
Also, RIP Sridevi. This film was her comeback, and she proved she was untouchable. (u/nri_munda): Same
(u/bollyfan_90): Unpopular opinion: I actually liked the fact that she didn’t end up with the French guy. It would have ruined the message. The point was self-respect, not romance. Totally agree
And why hasn’t Bollywood made more films like this – small, character-driven, with a middle-aged woman at the center? Top comment (u/desi_cinephile): “English is just a language… not a measure of your intelligence.” I swear, every desi kid should watch this to understand how their parents might feel in a foreign country (or even at home). My mom cried when she saw it. ❤️