Single men ought to have the right to adopt children, and the Netflix series 'Single Papa' is dedicated to this theme. The show centers on a man from Delhi who is determined to adopt an adorable child found abandoned in his vehicle.
Gaurav (Kunal Kemmu) does not seem very reliable as an adult, much less as a future parent. His relationship with Aparna (Isha Talwar) has ended. He resides with his parents and works without enthusiasm at the liquor store owned by his father, Jatin (Manoj Pahwa). Upon discovering a baby boy (Hami Ali), whom he names Amul, Gaurav becomes enamored.
Romilla (Neha Dhupia), a social worker, is exasperated by Gaurav's seeming ineptitude, which prompts her to block Amul's adoption. She questions Gaurav's parenting capabilities and rejects his assertions that single men can independently raise children, similar to women.
The Hindi series was created and written by Ishita Moitra and Neeraj Udhwani. Six episodes, directed by Udhwani, Shashank Khaitan, and Hitesh Kewalya, maintain a light tone while being packed with events.
There's an overwhelming amount of content for a straightforward tale about an immature man maturing due to a real child. Single Papa aims to encompass everything – from making the audience laugh and sometimes cry, to addressing controversial issues and transforming the world while dealing with diaper duties.
Gaurav's experiences coincide with the wedding of his sister Namrata (Prajakta Koli) and Goldie (Ankur Rathee). The marriage events include progressive discussions on caste, class, and feminism, which seem contrived. Gaurav's anger towards Aparna for her decision not to have children undermines the conversation about Namrata facing unjust treatment from her future in-laws.
Additionally, there is significant drama involving Gaurav's mother, Poonam (played by Ayesha Raza), who undergoes a transformation and starts speaking with an irritating South Delhi accent. The most entertaining diversion from Gaurav's struggles comes from Daya Shetty, humorously cast as the male nanny Parbat Singh.
The humor, reminiscent of a sitcom, is intentionally and unintentionally erratic. Single Papa is somewhat disorganized, yet the show remains steady due to its astute casting, dedicated actors with witty dialogue, and an outstanding lead performer.
It's difficult to picture anyone besides Kunal Kemmu in the role of Gaurav. In addition to his comedic timing and skill in delivering scripted lines as if they were improvised, Kemmu has a talent for outshining his co-actors without overwhelming them.
Prajakta Koli plays the role of Gaurav's hesitant partner, while Manoj Pahwa portrays his main opponent, both delivering several impactful scenes. Daya Shetty is endearingly charming as the large-hearted giant.
