“Comedy isn’t about punchlines; it’s about life as we live it.” says Director Paran Bawa on the inspiration behind the film Jassi Weds Jassi.*

For filmmaker Paran Bawa, Jassi Weds Jassi, is more than just a comedy — it’s a heartfelt take on small-town life wrapped in nostalgia and laughter.

“Growing up in a Punjabi family, everyone had a nickname and sometimes very quirky ones. The idea struck me when I once met five people named Jassi in a single day,” laughs Bawa. “That’s when I realized I could build a comedy of errors around it. Since ‘Jassi’ works for both boys and girls, it added a fun twist.”

Recreating the 90s, he admits, was no easy feat. “There are hoardings, mobile phones, and digital noise everywhere today. We wanted the film to visually transport people to a quieter, simpler time. So, we found this town in Ramnagar in Uttrakhand, where time has stood still. The busy narrow lanes, old homes, halwais and many colourful shops, all reflect the 90’s charm.”

Bawa credits costume designer Darshan Jalan (Filmfare Award winner for Laapataa Ladies) for recreating the era authentically. “We pulled references from old family albums — how our parents dressed, how their friends looked,” he adds.

For him, the heart of Jassi Weds Jassi lies in its characters. “Comedy isn’t about punchlines; it’s about life as we live it. We derived humor through everyday people from real towns, be it a saree or cassette shop owner, or an inspector. The beauty of this film is that it’s not about one hero; but every character.”

The film Jassi Weds Jassi, releases on 7th November 2025. Directed by Paran Bawa and written by Akshara Sanwal, the film features an ensemble cast, including Ranvir Shorey, Sikandar Kher, Harshh Vardhan Singh Deo, Grusha Kapoor, Sudesh Lehri , Rehmat Rattan, Manu Rishi Chadha, who bring the film’s vibrant 90s world to life with their humour, charm, and heartfelt performances. Presented by Divinity Studios and produced by Soma Singh Deo and Mazahir Abbas, the film promises to be a laugh riot for families across India