Kritika Kamra Shares Why ‘The Great Shamsuddin Family’ Feels Like ‘Coming Home’

Mumbai — Actress Kritika Kamra says her deep-rooted connection with Delhi made her experience on the sets of her upcoming film “The Great Shamsuddin Family” feel like a return to her own childhood and upbringing.

The film, directed by Anusha Rizvi, is shot entirely in Delhi and embraces the city’s everyday humour, warmth, and organised chaos — elements that Kritika believes came naturally to her because she grew up there.

Speaking to IANS, she said, “This film felt like coming home in so many ways. Delhi is where I grew up, and that sense of familiarity — the language, the tone, the humour, even the way people interact — all of it is ingrained in me.”

Portraying a character from a quintessential Delhi middle-class family felt effortless for the actress: “It didn’t feel like a stretch; it felt lived-in. Every corner we shot in had a memory attached to it, every street echoed something from my own life. That’s what made the process so enjoyable and authentic.”

Kritika said shooting in Delhi was particularly meaningful. “The energy of the city, the food, the people — everything added to the experience. I was very comfortable on set because the vibe was so organic and relatable.”

She also praised director Anusha Rizvi for creating a world that “feels real and warm,” and said that working with an ensemble of strong female actors made the project special. “There was an instant connection with the story and with the city that raised me.”

“The Great Shamsuddin Family” captures the essence of a middle-class Delhi home. The cast includes Juhi Babbar, Farida Jalal, and Shreya Dhanwanthary in key roles.

Set over the course of a single day in Delhi, the story follows Bani, whose apartment becomes a hub of activity as mothers, aunts, cousins, and former love interests arrive, each carrying their own emergencies.

As Bani navigates interfaith dynamics, generational clashes, and family expectations, she must ultimately decide between pursuing an international career opportunity and staying close to her family.

With inputs from IANS