Perfect Family: How Neha Dhupia's Show Normalizes Therapy with Heart

Neha Dhupia praises how 'Perfect Family' discusses therapy in a light-hearted manner. The show features a chaotic Punjabi family compelled to attend therapy. Gulshan Devaiah highlights the series' blend of heart and humor on mental health. It premieres on November 27 on JAR Series' YouTube channel.

Key Points: Neha Dhupia Pankaj Tripathi Perfect Family Therapy Series

  • Neha Dhupia instantly connected with the honest and relatable script
  • The show aims to normalize therapy discussions within Indian families
  • Gulshan Devaiah plays a character navigating family therapy sessions
  • Series follows a Punjabi family forced into therapy after a granddaughter incident
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Neha Dhupia on 'Perfect Family': Loved how it talks about therapy without making it heavy

Neha Dhupia stars in Pankaj Tripathi's 'Perfect Family', a dramedy that normalizes therapy within a relatable Punjabi household. Premieres Nov 27.

Neha Dhupia on 'Perfect Family': Loved how it talks about therapy without making it heavy
"What I loved most is how the show talks about therapy without making it heavy - Neha Dhupia"

Mumbai, Nov 20

The makers of “Perfect Family”, which marks Pankaj Tripathi’s debut as a producer, unveiled the upcoming show’s trailer on Thursday and its lead actress Neha Dhupia loves how it talks about therapy without making it heavy.

Neha said in a statement: "When I first heard the script of Perfect Family, I instantly connected with how honest, funny and relatable it was. Families can be messy, emotional, dramatic and that’s exactly what makes them beautiful.”

“What I loved most is how the show talks about therapy without making it heavy; instead, it talks about normalising therapy. Working with this cast was an absolute joy, and I can’t wait for audiences to meet this perfectly imperfect family," she added.

The trailer of Perfect Family offers viewers a first look into a quirky, chaotic, and utterly relatable Punjabi household. The eight-episode dramedy also stars Gulshan Devaiah, Manoj Pahwa, Seema Pahwa, and Girija Oak and Girija Oak Godbole in lead roles.

Speaking about the series, Gulshan shared: “Perfect Family is the kind of story that feels both entertaining and necessary. As Indians, we hardly ever talk openly about mental health, especially within the family. This show approaches that discomfort with a lot of heart and humour.”

He added that playing a character who is trying to hold his family together while navigating therapy sessions was both “fun and deeply meaningful.”

“I think audiences will see a bit of themselves in every character and hopefully take away something genuine while enjoying a good laugh," Gulshan said.

The series mixes heartfelt family moments with laugh-out-loud humour while addressing deeper themes surrounding mental health and therapy within Indian families.

“Perfect Family” follows the hilarious journey of a not-so-perfect Punjabi family compelled to attend therapy after an unexpected incident involving their young granddaughter. What unfolds is a rollercoaster of emotions, misunderstandings, and ultimately, heartwarming realisations.

Perfect Family premieres on November 27 on JAR Series’ YouTube channel.

--IANS

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Rohit P
Pankaj Tripathi as producer and this amazing cast? This is going to be brilliant! Love that they're tackling mental health with humour instead of making it too serious.
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Sarah B
As someone who's been through family therapy, I appreciate shows that portray this realistically. Indian families definitely need to have more open conversations about mental health.
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the intent, I hope they don't oversimplify therapy or make it seem like a quick fix. Mental health issues require serious attention, not just comedy relief.
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Meera T
Punjabi family dynamics + mental health awareness + comedy? This sounds like the perfect weekend watch! Setting reminder for Nov 27 on YouTube. 😊
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David E
Great to see Indian content evolving and addressing important topics. The cast looks fantastic and the premise sounds both entertaining and meaningful.

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