Name: One Two Cha Cha Chaa
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Family
Released: 2026-01-16
Rating: 6.0
Cast: Anant V Joshi, Ashutosh Rana, Abhimanyu Singh, Mukesh Tiwari, Nyra Banerjee

A rollercoaster ride mixed with chaos, comedy, action, and music.

One Two Cha Cha Chaa

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A film has arrived in theaters that promises pure and clean comedy in today's noisy world. "One Two Cha Cha Cha" not only tickles with its unique story but also surprises with its casting. Ashutosh Rana, who has previously instilled fear with his serious and scary roles, is back to haunt you as a "crazy bachelor uncle." Based on a road trip from Motihari to Ranchi, this film is a cocktail of situational comedy and excellent characters, proving that laughter doesn't require vulgarity, but rather good timing and experienced actors.
In today's era, where comedy often relies on vulgarity and double-meaning dialogue, the film "One Two Cha Cha Cha," released today, January 16, 2026, comes as a breath of fresh air—a clean comedy. This film proves that audiences can be entertained without any noise or vulgarity. Directed by Abhishek Raj Khemka and Rajneesh Thakur, this film relies entirely on situational comedy and character conflict, making it a great family entertainer.
Ashutosh Rana's "comic avatar" is the film's greatest strength and biggest draw for audiences. Seeing veteran actor Ashutosh Rana, who has previously played serious roles, tough cops, or ruthless villains, in a comedic role is both surprising and enjoyable. His portrayal is completely opposite in this film, captivating audiences from the outset. This new side of Ashutosh Rana is the key to the film's success.
The film's story, a "madcap" journey from Motihari to Ranchi, begins in Motihari, Bihar, where the Jaiswal family is in a festive mood. Preparations are in full swing for the engagement of the eldest son, Sanju (Lalit Prabhakar). The entire household is immersed in joy, but then a shocking incident takes place that leaves everyone speechless. "Chacha" (Ashutosh Rana), the family's oldest bachelor and somewhat eccentric, suddenly announces that he too is about to get married.
When criminals and police unite, the journey becomes as long and chaotic as it gets. Along the way, various characters join the journey, completely altering the narrative. A suspended narcotics officer, a dancer named Shoma, a notorious criminal named Bhura Singh who has escaped from jail, and an overly enthusiastic policeman—all of them combine to make this a roller coaster ride.
The plot twists and turns, with gunfire, bank heists, and the accidental discovery of a large drug stash. While these situations may seem a bit over-the-top, they all feel incredibly logical within the film's own world. The audience begins to feel involved in this madness along with the characters.
Ashutosh Rana's 'Masterclass' Performance This film is Ashutosh Rana's acting brilliance. The subtlety of his body language and facial expressions as "Ved Prakash Jaiswal Chacha" is commendable. He never lets his character become a clown, instead maintaining a balance between innocence and eccentricity. This is why his comedy feels natural, not artificial.
Abhimanyu Singh, who often plays negative roles, is very effective and entertaining. Nyra Banerjee delivers the perfect blend of glamour and acting. Young actors like Anant Vijay Joshi, Harsh Mayar, and Ashok Pathak also do justice to their roles. Chittaranjan Giri and Hemal Ingle, in supporting roles, keep the story's momentum going.
The real magic lies in the dialogues. Directors Abhishek Raj Khemka and Rajneesh Thakur keep the film from straying from its usual situational comedy. A significant portion of the film takes place in a van and on the road. While the pace slows down at times and the journey feels a bit long, the actors' chemistry and excellent dialogues more than make up for that shortcoming.
The film's dialogues are its true heart. There's no attempt to deliver a punchline, but instead, humor is generated from ordinary conversations. The dialogues are simple, have a Bihari accent, and perfectly suit the situation. Technical Aspects and Music: The film's cinematography captures the road trip scenes perfectly. The atmosphere of the small town streets and dhabas feels remarkably original. The background score maintains the film's energy, especially in the more chaotic scenes.
"One Two Cha Cha Cha" is an honest and well-crafted film that promises to make you laugh without any mental stress. It's a perfect treat for those who want to forget the world's worries and laugh for a while in the cinema. Ashutosh Rana's new avatar and the film's quirky twists will not disappoint. If you're looking for a film that you can watch with your family without any hesitation and that leaves you with a happy ending, "One Two Cha Cha Cha" is a great choice.

Ashutosh Rana made our childhoods frightening and sleepless, thanks to the bone-chilling and ballsy performances in Dushman and Sangharsh. But does the actor have a comic bone in his body? The answer lies in this week’s One Two Cha Cha Chaa, which is truly a comedy of errors with the veteran actor spearheading the ensemble with elan. Even his smile suggests something evil and devilish, and it blends nicely with the hilarity of the story.
The story begins in Motihari, Bihar, where preparations are underway for the engagement of Sanju (Lalit Prabhakar), the eldest son of the Jaiswal family. In the middle of these arrangements, the family’s unmarried and bipolar uncle ( Ashutosh Rana) suddenly announces his decision to get married. This creates an uncomfortable situation for the family. This film could act as an antidote to the 2022 Jug Jugg Jeeyo, which spoke about not one but two divorces.On the doctor’s advice, a decision is made to take the uncle to a mental health institute in Ranchi. Two nephews and a friend set out in a van with the uncle, who is tied up and unconscious. However, the journey soon veers off its intended path. Along the way, suspended narcotics officers, a dancer named Shoma, an escaped criminal Bhura Singh, and an overly enthusiastic police officer gradually become part of the narrative.

Directors Abhishek Raj Khemka and Rajneesh Thakur make a conscious effort to keep the film rooted in situational comedy. A large portion of the film is based on a road journey, which feels stretched at places, but the chemistry between the characters manages to hold it together. The dialogues are the lifeline of the film—simple, situation-driven, and effective without being loud. This is precisely why several scenes succeed in generating laughter.
It has been a while since we had a comedy that enjoyed letting its hair down. We have Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos playing in cinemas simultaneously. And to see seasoned actors like Rana embrace silliness with all glee is nothing but a cherry on the cake. Here’s hoping more writers and directors think of this actor in comedies.

One Two Cha Cha Chaa Teaser|Ashutosh, Lalit, Anantvijay, Harsh, Nyrraa, Abhimanyu|In Cinemas 16Jan26

One Two Cha Cha Chaa TRAILER|Ashutosh, Lalit, Anantvijay, Harsh, Nyrraa, Abhimanyu| In Cinemas 16JAN

Anant V Joshi

Ashutosh Rana is a popular name in Hindi, Marathi, Telugu, Kannada and Tamil cinema. He started his acting career with the television show Swabhimaan (1998). He gained popularity with Tanuja Chandra's movie Ghulam in 1998. Best known for portraying negative characters, Ashutosh has featured in movies like Kasoor (2001), Raaz (2002), Haasil (2003), Kalyug (2005), Awarapan (2007), Zila Ghaziabad (2013), Shorgul (2016) and Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014).

Ashutosh Rana

Abhimanyu Singh is an actor who primarily works in Bollywood and Tollywood. He made his debut with the Amitabh Bachchan starrer Aks in 2001 and went on to appear in films like Lakshya, Dhol, Jannat,  Once Upon Ay Time In Mumbaai Dobaara!, Ram Leela, Jai Lava Kusa and Oxygen.

Abhimanyu Singh

Mukesh Tiwari is an actor well known for playing negative and comic roles in Bollywood. He started his career with the 1998 film China Gate and went on to appear in Gangaajal, Dilwale, Chennai Express, Khiladi 786, Gangs of Wasseypur, Aarakshan and Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji.

Mukesh Tiwari

Nyra Banerjee

Harsh Mayar

Lalit Prabhakar is an Indian film, television and theatre actor predominantly working in the Marathi film industry. He is best known for his role as Aditya Desai on the popular daily soap Julun Yeti Reshimgathi and his debut film as main actor Chi Va Chi Sau Ka.

One Two Cha Cha Chaa(2026)