MUMBAI: One of the most celebrated festival of the nation, Diwali is definitely an extravagant family affair. From hogging on to delicacies and sweets to dressing in one’s best fineries, Diwali brings out the best out in everyone. But this great bonding session is incomplete without some comfort viewing. To make this festive weekend even more special, we give you 5 reasons to binge watch ALTBalaji’s original ‘The Great Indian Dysfunctional Family’. A far departure from the saccharine sweet family that probably you have been witnessing.

 So here is why you should watch this perfectly imperfect family and probably feel grateful for your not so dysfunctional family

 Perfection is not Normal

The show has perfect feels of how it’s okay for the family to be imperfect and why it’s important to accept others flaws. Also, why it’s important to stretch one’s tolerance and stop forcing own opinion on other family members. Whether it is about social issues, fashion or life’s choices, allow the others to have their view and live it. As repercussions of over controlling and stubbornness can only lead to the family falling apart.

Blood is thicker than water

The not so perfect Ranauts find it difficult to deal with each other’s imperfections. Their clandestine affairs come tumbling out when Samar (played by Barun Sobti) returns home after eight years with his family. His elder brother Vikram (played Kay Kay Menon) is certainly not pleased with the turn of events. Bitterness surfaces as the brothers clash and involve the entire family in the crossfire.  As secret after secret is laid bare, the tensions escalate and reaches its tipping point.  Tucked away amidst all the tears, hurt and clashes is a family’s desire to find one another again and to relive the joy of togetherness.  Every family has issues, but it is only hope that brings them back again after falling apart.

Kay Kay’s grand digital debut

Ace actors from Bollywood are experimenting with characters and roles in the ever evolving and growing digital space. Kay Kay Menon gave all his fans a sweet surprise with his grand digital debut. Kay Kay undoubtedly is one of the biggest USP’s of the show. He portrays the frustrated, cynical and perpetually angry ex-army officer with perfect élan. Honestly Kay Kay has outdone himself with this memorable performance of an irrational ex-army officer

Swaroop Sampat’s comeback

While the earlier generation has known Swaroop Sampat for her astounding performances, her comeback in a web series is something to watch out for.  Premlata Ranaut, is the genial matriarch of the family takes the concept of “high tea” a little too literally. She spends her afternoons sipping her infused beverage.  She is the cool, easy going and progressive granny that every child would want. She is the one who stays unfazed through all the drama and is absolutely endearing in her portrayal.

Barun Sobti in a never seen before avatar

We all know the huge fan following Barun Sobti enjoys. Known for his romantic roles, Barun Sobti will be seen in a completely different avatar in this one. Donning a young, cool and casual look Barun will be seen playing the younger brother Samar, who runs away from home in order to escape a life in the army. Things take an ugly turn when Samar returns home with his wife after eight years. Every scene with Kay Kay Menon and Barun has drama and entertainment written all over it.

The Great Indian Dysfunctional Family manages to keep you hooked to your screens as every episode reveals a secret that will leave you startled.  The Great Indian Dysfunctional Family Streaming on ALTBalaji!