Jhoothi

Jhoothi

1985 · 139 min · ★ 5.8 · Drama, Comedy

Kalpana, a compulsive liar, believes that lying is justified for a good cause. However, trouble comes knocking on her door when she arranges dates for her siblings by lying.

Directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee · Written by Sachin Bhowmick

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