Rani Mukerji's Heartfelt Praise for Malayalam Film 'The Great Indian Kitchen' Revealed
Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji, who is currently in the spotlight for her upcoming action thriller 'Mardaani 3', once expressed deep admiration for the critically acclaimed Malayalam movie 'The Great Indian Kitchen'. This incident dates back to 2021 when Mukerji watched the film and was profoundly moved by its powerful narrative.
Prithviraj Sukumaran Acts as Messenger for Rani's Message
Filmmaker Jeo Baby recently shared a heartwarming anecdote about how he received praise from Rani Mukerji through actor Prithviraj Sukumaran. Baby revealed that Prithviraj sent him a WhatsApp message that read: "Hi Geo. This is Prithviraj. Rani Mukerji saw your film and wanted me to convey to you what she thought is the Great Indian Kitchen (sic)… PS: I am yet to see the film, but congrats on the great success."
Following this introduction, Prithviraj forwarded Rani Mukerji's own words to the director. Her message stated: "…there's a film called The Great Indian kitchen… I saw it … and thought it was brilliant!!! Pls can you tell the director that I lovedd the film and it's one of the greatest Indian films made in recent times.."
Jeo Baby's Personal Inspiration Behind the Film
In an earlier interview with The Quint, Jeo Baby opened up about the personal experiences that inspired 'The Great Indian Kitchen'. He explained that the idea stemmed from his own life after marriage. "After my marriage, I spent a lot of time in the kitchen, I did it because I wanted to share the space with my wife. When I entered the kitchen, I was practically stuck there, it was totally frustrating because there is a huge workload. It's an endless job is what I felt at that time and I thought about all the women who are stuck in the kitchen and I felt like the kitchen is a jail for a woman's life," Baby shared.
Why 'The Great Indian Kitchen' Resonates with Audiences
The film powerfully depicts how countless women dedicate their entire lives to household chores that often go unnoticed and unappreciated. It highlights:
- The exhausting nature of daily cooking and cleaning without respite
- How society frequently judges women more for their culinary skills than their other talents
- The invisible labor that forms the backbone of many households
Many viewers have reported that the film prompted deep reflection about gender roles and domestic responsibilities in Indian society.
Critical Acclaim for the Groundbreaking Film
An ETimes review praised the film, noting: "Jeo Baby has brilliantly scripted and directed the movie by bringing in the contemporary socio-political scenario of Kerala. Nimisha and Suraj, who played a couple in Thondimuthalum Drisksakshiyum, put on convincing performances. Mruduladevi and Dhanya Suresh Menon have penned songs of women, composed by Sooraj S Kurup. Cinematography and editing too have to be mentioned."
Rani Mukerji's Current Cinematic Journey
Meanwhile, Rani Mukerji continues to make waves in Bollywood with her recent film 'Mardaani 3' receiving positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. The actress recently celebrated thirty remarkable years in the Indian film industry, marking a career filled with diverse and impactful roles.
This revelation about her appreciation for 'The Great Indian Kitchen' adds another dimension to Mukerji's profile as an artist who recognizes and celebrates meaningful cinema beyond language barriers.
