Today, On 22nd October, In a courtroom moment, a lawyer mistakenly referred to Justice Hrishikesh Roy as “Justice Hrishikesh Mukherjee,” inadvertently invoking the name of the famous filmmaker. The humorous slip, reminiscent of Mukherjee’s classic comedies like Gol Maal, brought laughter to the room. The judge graciously corrected the lawyer, adding to the amusing exchange. This incident highlighted the unintended blending of legal proceedings with cinematic references.
New Delhi: The Supreme Court had a humorous “Gol Maal” moment today when a lawyer mistakenly referred to Justice Hrishikesh Roy as “Justice Hrishikesh Mukherjee,” confusing the judge with the famous filmmaker.
Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud quickly corrected the lawyer, saying,
“Hrishikesh Mukherjee or Justice Hrishikesh Roy? If you make Roy into Mukherjee then… you must know your judges. This is the limit. Please go and check the website.”
The mix-up occurred while the advocate was mentioning a case previously heard by the top court.
It’s amusing that the lawyer mistakenly replaced “Roy” with “Mukherjee,” unintentionally referring to Hrishikesh Mukherjee, the iconic filmmaker whose timeless slice-of-life movies remain beloved across generations.
Justice Hrishikesh Roy took oath as a Supreme Court judge in September 2019, having previously served as the Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court and as a judge in the Gauhati High Court. Before his judicial career, he practiced as a senior lawyer.
Hrishikesh Mukherjee, who passed away in 2006 at the age of 83, is celebrated for directing several iconic films, including Anand, Gol Maal, Chupke Chupke, Guddi, Bawarchi, and Abhimaan.
Recognized as one of the foremost filmmakers in Indian cinema, Mukherjee’s career spanned four decades during which he directed 42 films.
He skillfully navigated the space between the lavishness of mainstream cinema and the stark realism of independent films. His ability to evoke deep emotions is evident in Anand, while Gol Maal showcases his talent for humour. His films often featured situational comedy and explored themes of generational conflict and the subtle defiance of youth.