289:. Viewers connected with his sincerity and the hilarious situations he encountered, solidifying his status as a beloved character. The Marathi play "Dhananjay Mane Ithech Rahtat Ka?" is named after this iconic line. Another notable dialogue, "Ha Majha Baiko Parvati," was improvised by Saraf and not part of the original script. In interviews, he mentioned that his close friendship with Laxmikant Berde to refer to characters in a familiar manner, resulting in a spontaneous line that became immensely popular, inspiring numerous
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They find an elderly widow, Leelabai, who offers rooms but insists they must be married couples. To comply, Dhananjay and
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Dhananjay Mane is a clever salesman working in a Pune cosmetics store, harboring a secret love for his boss, Madhuri. Living with his frugal landlord, Mr. Sarpotdar, Dhananjay is joined by his brother
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Their deception is threatened when Tanu, Leelabai's servant, uncovers their secret. After a series of misunderstandings and confrontations, Leelabai ultimately accepts the friends as her own sons, recognizing their intentions were pure. The film concludes with joyous marriages and a heartfelt family
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