Some movies entertain. Some make you cry. And then there are those rare gems that hit so deep and make you think about your life. Boman Irani’s The Mehta Boys, on Prime Video, is one of those movies. A raw, intimate look at father-son relationships, grief, and the unspoken words we carry, this film doesn’t just tell a story—it feels like real life. If you love cinema that stays with you, here’s why you cannot skip this one.
1. Boman Irani’s Acting is Straight-Up Phenomenal
We’ve seen him play quirky and stern, but this time, Boman Irani goes deep. As Shiv, a grieving father who doesn’t know how to connect with his son, he gives a performance so quietly powerful that it hurts to watch. No over-the-top breakdowns—just a masterclass in expressing everything without saying much at all.
2. Avinash Tiwary Will Break Your Heart (In the Best Way)
Avinash Tiwary as Amay? Incredible. He plays the son who’s constantly seeking validation, constantly misunderstood, constantly holding back his emotions. If you’ve ever felt unseen or unheard in your own family (ouch), his performance is going to hit way too close to home.
3. Boman Irani’s Direction is Next Level
Not only is he acting his heart out, but Boman Irani also directs this film with an eye for the beautifully raw. He doesn’t force emotions—he lets them simmer. No dramatic background score telling you when to cry. No big, explosive moments. Just life, as it is—awkward, messy, and full of feelings we don’t know how to express.
4. The Father-Son Dynamic is Painfully Real
Forget those perfect, “happily ever after” Bollywood family stories—this film gets it right. The relationship between Shiv and Amay isn’t built on hate or love, but something far more complicated: unspoken grief, unresolved conflicts, and years of things left unsaid. If you’ve ever sat across from a family member in tense silence, this movie sees you.
5. It’s Packed With Subtle, Gut-Punching Moments
You won’t find dramatic monologues or big, teary confrontations here. Instead, The Mehta Boys delivers small, quiet moments that destroy you. A hesitant glance. A half-smile. A father watching his son when he thinks no one’s looking. And the most heartbreaking of all? A piece of cloth floating in the air—like a silent reminder of the mother who held them together. BRB, crying.
6. The Dialogues Sound Like Your Family Fights
Nothing in this movie feels scripted. The conversations? Awkward, interrupted, unfinished—just like real life. You’ll find yourself nodding, thinking, Yup, I’ve had this exact argument before. The best part? It doesn’t offer easy resolutions, because that’s not how real life works.
7. The Story Feels Way Too Personal
This isn’t just a movie about Shiv and Amay. It’s about all of us. About every moment you wished you said something but didn’t. About the phone calls you ignored. About the complicated, messy, beautiful ways we love our families—even when we don’t know how to show it. By the end, you’ll be sitting there wondering: What have I left unsaid?
In case you missed the trailer, here it is:
The Mehta Boys isn’t just a film – it’s an experience. It will make you emotional. It will make you rethink your relationships. And it will stay with you long after the screen goes dark.