Is Star Plus’ show Maana Ke Hum Yaar Nahi based on Bollywood film Hero Hindustani?

Star Plus is set to launch its new drama Maana Ke Hum Yaar Nahi, a story that puts the spotlight on an unusual relationship built on a contract marriage. The show stars Manjeet Singh as Krishna and Divyaa Patil as Khushi, two characters whose worlds collide in the most unexpected way. While Khushi represents resilience, responsibility, and the struggle of a daughter trying to support her father, Krishna is portrayed as adaptable, charming, and someone who can slip into any role with ease. But the big question buzzing around is this show based on the Bollywood film, ‘Hero Hindustani’?

In the film Hero Hindustani, the character Rommie is known for being “jugaadu”  street-smart and clever when it comes to making money. His willingness to bend rules and even agree to act as Nikki’s groom purely for financial gain became central to the film’s plot. Similarly, in Maana Ke Hum Yaar Nahi, Krishna’s character carries shades of this same adaptability. Whether as a doctor, a policeman, or now stepping into the role of Khushi’s groom in a contract marriage, Krishna too appears to use his charm and wit to navigate situations.

This striking similarity buzz around will Krishna and Khushi’s contract marriage echo Rommie and Nikki’s unconventional bond? Will it remain a mere contract marriage, or will destiny rewrite their story into something deeper and more meaningful?