It’s hard to believe it’s been 15 years since the release of Housefull, a comedy film that’s still celebrated for its unforgettable characters, outrageous situations, and of course, its iconic dialogues. One character that stands out is Batuk Patel, played by the brilliant Boman Irani. From his hilarious outbursts to his over-the-top reactions, Batuk Patel became a fan favourite in this madcap comedy.
As we celebrate Housefull turning 15, let’s take a look at some of the hilarious moments that truly remind us why Housefull remains a Bollywood comedy classic and why Boman Irani’s performance continues to draw laughs even now :
Batuk Patel enters the madhouse!
The moment Batuk enters the scene, you know it’s about to get louder and funnier. His eccentricities, his mistrust, and his fiery Gujarati-English dialogues made this intro instantly iconic.
Batuk Patel gets the shock of his life!
When Batuk sees Aarush and Hetal’s baby for the first time, his reaction says it all. The stunned silence followed by his dramatic expressions this scene still cracks up fans every time they watch it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTecz_G4L2M
Too much confusion? Batuk thinks so too!
If there was ever a scene that defined Housefull’s chaotic charm, it’s this one. With multiple lies, layers of confusion, and Batuk desperately trying to piece it all together only to make things worse. It’s a perfect mix of confusion and comedy that has aged like fine wine.
https://youtu.be/VjSV-9KZmlE?si=r4FYpyXuUWzmQRS-
The classic slap-stick moment
This scene in the movie brings out physical comedy at its peak. Batuk’s [Boman Irani] exaggerated reactions in a chaotic confrontation remain one of the most meme-worthy moments from the film.
https://youtu.be/o93yGHQNnVw?si=uNCqMJRv-45UWpkD
