By Kavita Mistry 
Despite its enduring popularity, the film faced challenges in gaining critical acclaim. “Not one, not even half an award,” she remarked, highlighting the industry’s tendency to overlook comedies. She said, “Comedy ka award? You’ve got to be joking, you know that.”
Paranjpye emphasised that while Chashme Buddoor didn’t receive formal accolades, it resonated deeply with audiences. She said, “But it’s okay because it got the people’s award. It became a cult film, so that was award enough.”
Discussing her cinematic influences, she acknowledged the impact of Hollywood’s sophisticated comedies and the works of Charlie Chaplin. “My comedy is a little… it sounds a little immodest to say that, but it is sophisticated,” she explained, distancing her style from slapstick humour.
Interestingly, Paranjpye revealed that she wasn’t influenced by contemporaries like Hrishikesh Mukherjee during the making of Chashme Buddoor. “No, I don’t think so… I didn’t see too many of his films,” she admitted, though she expressed admiration for Mukherjee as a person.
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