Golkeri
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Directed by | Viral Shah |
Written by | Viral Shah Amatya |
Produced by | Manasi Parekh Gohil Parthiv Gohil |
Starring | |
Cinematography | Vikas Joshi |
Edited by | Parth-Gaurang |
Music by | Mika Singh Hrishikesh-Saurabh-Jasraj Score: Salil Amrute |
Production company | Soul Sutra |
Distributed by | Coconut Movies Release |
Release date |
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Running time | 128 minutes |
Country | India |
Language | Gujarati |
Box office | est. ₹8 crore (US$960,000)[1] |
Golkeri (Mango pickle) is a Gujarati comedy drama film directed by Viral Shah and produced by Manasi Parekh Gohil and Parthiv Gohil under banner of Soul Sutra Studio. It is written by Viral Shah and Amatya. The film starring Malhar Thakar and Manasi Parekh Gohil is a remake of 2017 Marathi film Muramba.[2]
The story of the film follows Sahil (played by Malhar Thakar) and his girlfriend and fiancé Harshita (played by Manasi Parekh Gohil) and their breakup. His parents (played by Sachin and Vandana) try to convince Sahil to get over his differences with Harshita. The film was released in India on 28 February 2020.[3] The film's box-office run was shortened due to COVID-19 pandemic in India and the film was subsequently released for streaming on Prime Video.[4]
Plot
Sahil and Harshita overnight end their relationship of two years. Their parents makes persistent attempts to bring them back together.[5][6]
Cast
- Malhar Thakar as Sahil Mohanbhai Sutariya
- Manasi Parekh Gohil as Harshita
- Sachin Khedekar as Mohanbhai Sutariya
- Vandana Pathak as Jyotnsa Sutariya
- Dharmesh Vyas
Production
The film was shot at various places in Ahmedabad.[citation needed] The film was shot in 24 days.[7] The film was produced under banner of Soul Sutra which is owned by Parthiv Gohil and Manasi Parekh Gohil.[6][8] It is a debut of Manasi Parekh Gohil in Gujarati cinema.[9][10] Sachin Khedekar reprise his role of a father from the original while Vandana Pathak plays a mother. Both debuted Gujarati cinema with the film. Malhar Thakar plays a role as their son.[11]
Soundtrack
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Soundtrack album by Mika Singh, Hrishikesh-Saurabh-Jasraj | |||||
Released | 27 January 2020 | ||||
Recorded | 2019 | ||||
Studio | Aditya Dev Studio | ||||
Genre | Feature film soundtrack | ||||
Length | 5:37 | ||||
Language | Gujarati | ||||
Label | Zen Music Gujarati | ||||
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'Soni Gujarat Ni' was the first Gujarati song sung by Mika Singh. The song videos were choreographed by Prince Gupta.[12] Social media influencers Aashna Hegde and Khushi Hegde appeared in 'Soni Gujarat Ni' song.[13][14]
No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
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1. | "Soni Gujarat Ni" | Kiran Parihar | Mika Singh | Mika Singh, Parthiv Gohil | 3:07 |
2. | "Amastu Amastu" | Sneha Desai | Hrishikesh-Saurabh-Jasraj | Parthiv Gohil | 2:30 |
Total length: | 5:37 |
Marketing and release
The songs were released on YouTube. The film released its poster and title on 5 February 2020.[5] Two days later, the official trailer of the film was released by Zen Music Gujarati on 7 February 2020.[15]
The film was released in India on 28 February 2020.[5][16]
Reception
Box office
The film grossed ₹3 crore (US$360,000) in the opening weekend and ₹4 crore (US$480,000) in the first week. The film has grossed over ₹8 crore (US$960,000) in the box office.[1]
Critical reception
The film is received positively.[17] Shreya Iyer of The Times of India gave it 3.5 out of 5. She praised the performances, production and background score while pointed out that the film is "bit too stretched at some places" but the second half is gripping.[18] The VTV Gujarati team called the film family-friendly and predictable. They praised it for story, script and performances but criticised the dialogues of parents and the lack of clarity in the theme.[19]
References
- ^ a b "Golkeri movie boxoffice collection". BookMyShow.
- ^ Soni, Rushin (11 February 2020). "Golkeri is a remake of this Marathi film". The Gujarati Films. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
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- ^ "Malhar Thakar and Manasi Parekh starrer Golkeri all set for a digital release". 27 May 2020.
- ^ a b c d "'Gol Keri' poster: Malhar Thakar and Manasi Parekh's hilarious film to release on February 28". The Times of India. 5 February 2020. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ a b c "Trailer of Manasi Parekh and Malhar Thakkar starrer Golkeri released; check it out". mid-day. 8 February 2020. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
- ^ "માનસી પારેખને મુંબઈની ફાસ્ટ લાઇફ કરતાં અમદાવાદની શાંતિ ગમે છે". Gujarati Mid-day (in Gujarati). 24 February 2020. Retrieved 12 March 2020.
- ^ "Exclusive! Manasi Parekh Gohil on 'GolKeri': As an actor and producer, the responsibility is tremendous". TOI. Retrieved 10 February 2020.
- ^ "Manasi Parekh to debut in Gujarati filmdom with 'Golkeri'". Iflicks. 7 February 2020. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "'Uri' Actress Manasi Parekh To Make Her Debut In Gujarati With Comedy Drama 'Golkeri'". KoiMoi.com. 7 February 2020. Retrieved 7 February 2020.
- ^ Pandya, Sonal. "Golkeri trailer: Familiar story of a couple's break-up is explored once more in this Gujarati dramedy". Cinestaan. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
- ^ a b "Mika Singh's 1st Gujarati Song for upcoming film GolKeri". DeshGujarat. 31 January 2020. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
- ^ "Exclusive! Khushi Hegde: Working with 'Gol Keri's' 'Soni Gujarat Ni' team taught me so much". The Times of India. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "Aashna & Khushi Hegde Star In Mika Singh's First-Ever Gujarati Song, 'Soni Gujarat Ni'". MissMalini. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
- ^ Golkeri- Official Trailer - Malhar - Manasi - Soul Sutra - New Movie Gujarati - In Cinemas Now. Zen Music Gujarati. YouTube. 7 February 2020.
- ^ "Gujarati Film 'Golkeri' To Release On February 28". Mumbai Live. Retrieved 7 February 2020.
- ^ "Exclusive! Viral Shah reveals he worked on 'Gol Keri' while suffering from dengue - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- ^ Iyer, Shreya, Golkeri Movie Review: Sweet, sour, spicy, tangy: This Golkeri can be savoured by all, retrieved 6 March 2020
- ^ "ખાટીમીઠી ગોળકેરી ના રસામાં તરબોળતી ગુજરાતી ફિલ્મ એટલે 'ગોળકેરી'". VTV Gujarati (in Gujarati). Retrieved 6 March 2020.