"Gol Maal" is a Bollywood comedy movie that was released in 1979. The film was directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee and produced by N.C. Sippy. The movie stars Amol Palekar, Utpal Dutt, and Bindiya Goswami in lead roles, with supporting cast members including Deven Verma, David, and Dina Pathak.
The plot of "Gol Maal" revolves around a young man named Ramprasad (Amol Palekar) who is desperate for a job. He lies about his skills and experience to get a job at a firm run by Bhavani Shankar (Utpal Dutt), a strict and traditional man who has a dislike for young people with modern ideas. Ramprasad must navigate through various humorous situations to keep up his job while keeping his lie a secret.
The movie features several hilarious moments and showcases the performances of the lead actors, especially Utpal Dutt's portrayal of the strict and stubborn Bhavani Shankar. It also highlights the theme of honesty and the consequences of lying. The film's music was composed by R.D. Burman, with lyrics by Gulzar, and it includes popular songs such as "Aane Wala Pal" and "Gol Maal Hai Bhai Sab Gol Maal Hai". "Gol Maal" is considered one of the best Bollywood comedies of all time and has achieved cult status.
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