Plot — What is The Laughing Club of India about?
Portrait of the first laughing club in India, its founding by a doctor who believes that laughter is the best medicine, his outreach to schools, interviews with club members, scenes of outdoor sessions, and shots of billboards and street scenes in contemporary Mumbai. Club members gather, stretch, and start to laugh. Founder Dr. Madan Kararia talks of the club's history and the growth of laughing clubs across the country. Among those interviewed, there's a stockbroker, three bawdy women, a musician, a widow laughing to cope with grief, and two old men - friends since school days who meet daily to laugh. No form, no fuss: happiness equals health.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 35 min |
| Audience Score | 85% (8.5/10, 2 votes) |
The Laughing Club of India — FAQ
Is The Laughing Club of India worth watching? The Laughing Club of India holds a 8.5/10 rating from 2 viewers. Portrait of the first laughing club in India, its founding by a doctor who believes that laughter is the best medicine, his outreach to schools, interviews with club members, scenes of outdoor sessions, and shots of bill
Who directed The Laughing Club of India? Directed by Mira Nair.
Where can I stream The Laughing Club of India? You can stream The Laughing Club of India on Criterion Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Laughing Club of India release? It released in 2001.
