Ep 7. Machalte Huye Hormones

Hasmukh is an Indian crime drama-comedy web television series that follows a young comedian, Hasmukh who dreams of making it big in the stand-up comedy scene. The show is created by Nikkhil Advani, Vir Das, and Nikhil Gonsalves. The seventh episode of Hasmukh season 1, "Machalte Huye Hormones," sees Hasmukh struggling with his sexual desires and trying to make a name for himself in Mumbai's comedy circuit.

The episode begins with Hasmukh finding himself in a dilemma when he gets an opportunity to perform at a comedy club owned by a renowned comedian, Chandan Sharma. Hasmukh is excited to perform at the club, but he is also nervous as he knows that Chandan is famous for his abusive behavior towards his comedians. Hasmukh's anxiety is further heightened by the presence of Jimmy and KK, two of the club's regular comedians who ridicule Hasmukh for his lack of experience.

To make matters worse, Hasmukh finds himself unable to control his sexual urges when he meets a beautiful woman, Shatabdi, who is also a regular at the comedy club. Hasmukh finds himself infatuated with Shatabdi and his thoughts are constantly consumed with her. He tries his best to ignore his desires and focus on his performance, but he finds it increasingly difficult as the night wears on.

Meanwhile, Hasmukh's mentor, Gulati is struggling to book gigs for Hasmukh, as his reputation as a comedian is yet to pick up. He meets with a club owner who promises to give Hasmukh a chance to perform, but only if Gulati can get him a girl for the night. Gulati, who is desperate to get Hasmukh a gig, reluctantly agrees to the deal.

As the night progresses, Hasmukh takes to the stage and starts his set. He is nervous at first, but soon finds his groove and starts to connect with the audience. However, his moment in the sun is short-lived as Chandan, who is unhappy with Hasmukh's performance, storms the stage and starts to verbally abuse him. Hasmukh, who is not one to back down from a fight, gives Chandan a taste of his own medicine, much to the delight of the audience.

The night ends with Hasmukh feeling a sense of accomplishment, but his happiness is cut short when he realizes that Shatabdi has left with another man. Despite this setback, Hasmukh is determined to keep going, and he feels that he has taken a step towards achieving his dreams.

Overall, "Machalte Huye Hormones" is a well-crafted episode that showcases the struggles of a young comedian trying to make it in a cutthroat industry. The episode tackles themes of desire, aggression, and the pressure to perform, all while maintaining a healthy dose of humor. Hasmukh's character continues to evolve, and the show's writers do an excellent job of fleshing him out and making him relatable. The performances by the show's ensemble cast are top-notch, with Vir Das giving a standout performance as Hasmukh. If you're a fan of comedy or crime dramas, Hasmukh is definitely worth a watch.