Shubhangi Atre Drove Brake-Less Vintage Ambassador on Mussoorie Hills for Film

Actor Shubhangi Atre has shared a behind-the-scenes challenge from the upcoming film 'Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain: Fun On The Run'. She revealed she had to drive a very old Ambassador car with faulty brakes on the mountain roads of Mussoorie during the shoot. The production team ensured safety with multiple practice rounds before filming the sequences. The film is a cinematic expansion of the popular TV sitcom, featuring the original cast and special appearances.

Key Points: Shubhangi Atre on Driving Vintage Car Without Brakes for Film

  • Driving a vintage Ambassador
  • Filming in Mussoorie
  • Safety precautions taken
  • Big-screen expansion of hit sitcom
  • Features original TV cast
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"It didn't have proper brakes...": Shubhangi Atre reveals driving vintage Ambassador on mountains for 'Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain: Fun On The Run'

Shubhangi Atre reveals the challenge of driving a vintage Ambassador with faulty brakes on Mussoorie mountains for 'Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain: Fun On The Run'.

"It didn't have proper brakes - Shubhangi Atre"

New Delhi, February 5

Ahead of the theatrical release of 'Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain: Fun On The Run' on Friday, actor Shubhangi Atre has opened up about one of the most challenging and memorable experiences from the film- driving an ageing Ambassador car through the winding mountain roads of Mussoorie.

The upcoming film marks the official big-screen expansion of the hugely popular television sitcom 'Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain', bringing the residents of the fictional Modern Colony to cinemas across India.

While the franchise is best known for its situational comedy and sharp one-liners, Atre's behind-the-scenes account highlights the show's humour to a cinematic scale.

Recalling the shoot, Atre said the yellow Ambassador car she was required to drive was "very old" and not ideal for the hill terrain.

"The condition of the car was... interesting. It was a very old Ambassador and it didn't have proper brakes," Atre disclosed while speaking to ANI.

She added, "I had to drive that car on the mountains of Mussoorie. As soon as I landed in Dehradun, the Assistant Directors (ADS) team asked me if I knew how to drive. When they pointed to the Ambassador, I was skeptical, but we made it work."

To ensure safety during the shoot, the production team conducted several practice rounds around their hotel premises until the crew was confident in Atre's ability to manage the vintage vehicle.

Directed by Shashank Bali, the film takes the beloved rivalry between Vibhuti Narayan Mishra (Aasif Sheikh) and Manmohan Tiwari (Rohitashv Gour) to a larger scale.

The plot follows the duo as they embark on a trip with each other's wives, only to be intercepted by two brothers, Shanti and Kranti, who attempt to marry Anita and Angoori.

The film serves as the official cinematic expansion of the sitcom, featuring the original core cast, including Vidisha Srivastava as Anita Bhabhi. Adding to the star power are special appearances by Ravi Kishan, Mukesh Tiwari, and Dinesh Lal Yadav (Nirahua).

- ANI

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Rohit P
This is why we need stricter safety protocols on film sets. An actor shouldn't have to drive a vehicle with faulty brakes, even for a shoot. The production team got lucky nothing happened. Safety first, always.
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Aman W
Haha! Only in India would you find a vintage Ambassador being used for a mountain shoot. Brings back memories of my dad's old car. The show moving to the big screen is exciting. Hope the movie has the same charm as the TV series.
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Sarah B
As someone who has driven in the hills, this sounds terrifying. Mussoorie roads are no joke, especially in an old car. Major respect to Shubhangi for pulling this off. The story behind the scenes is sometimes more interesting than the film itself!
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Vikram M
The Ambassador is a character in itself! Perfect for the chaotic, fun energy of Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain. Looking forward to seeing Vibhuti and Tiwari's rivalry on a larger scale. Weekend family movie plan sorted.
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Kavya N
It's all fun and games until someone gets hurt. I appreciate the commitment, but the ADs asking her if she can drive only after she landed? That's poor planning. Hope the final product is worth the risk they took.

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