The central character is a simple-hearted woman named Antonina. She often interferes in the lives of others, colleagues, and neighbors, but mainly in the life of her daughter, Nonna. Nonna wants to move out of their communal apartment, find love, become an actress, and live happily ever after. And she almost succeeds. The dean of the acting faculty proposes to her. However, Aunt Tonya doesn't like her daughter's choice. She tries to hide her disapproval and make a good impression on her future son-in-law.