The Party is a 1968 film directed by Blake Edwards. The film is a slapstick comedy that follows the misadventures of an Indian actor named Hrundi V. Bakshi (played by Peter Sellers) during a Hollywood party. 

Plot

The film begins with Hrundi V. Bakshi, an Indian Bollywood actor, participating in a Hollywood film production. However, due to his incompetence on the set, he constantly causes disasters and repeatedly ruins scenes. After a particularly serious mishap, his name is mistakenly included on a guest list for a lavish Hollywood party.

Despite Hrundi's ongoing misadventures and blunders, the party goes on, and he finds himself involved in a series of comedic and embarrassing situations. He interacts with various eccentric guests, including a neurotic director, a temperamental diva, and a hippie actor.

The party descends into chaos, with Hrundi futilely attempting to rectify his mistakes. Ultimately, the party culminates in a series of explosions and humorous mishaps.

"Hollywood Party" is known for its physical comedy and Peter Sellers' comedic talent. The film is a celebration of visual gags and comedic situations and has gained a cult following among slapstick comedy enthusiasts.

Director: Blake Edwards

Writers: Blake Edwards and Tom Waldman

Producer: Blake Edwards

Music: Henry Mancini

Main Cast:

• Peter Sellers as Hrundi V. Bakshi
• Claudine Longet as Michele Monet
• Natalia Borisova as Mrs. Parobek
• Jean Carson as Nanny
• Marge Champion as Rosalind Dunphy
• Al Checco as Harry
• Corinne Cole as Janice Kane
• Dick Crockett as Claude

Major Awards: The film did not win major Oscars.

Box Office Gross: The film was a commercial success.

Critical Reception: The film is known for its slapstick humor, comedic situations, and Sellers' performance as Bakshi. Although it did not win major Oscars, Hollywood Party was well-received by critics and was a commercial success. It is considered a comedy classic and one of Peter Sellers' funniest films.