Golkeri

Golkeri (Mango pickle) is a Gujarati comedy drama film directed by Viral Shah and produced by Manasi Parekh 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 is a remake of 2017 Marathi film Muramba.[2]

Golkeri
Golkeri Official poster
Directed byViral Shah
Produced byManasi Parekh
Parthiv Gohil
Written byViral Shah
Amatya
Starring
Music byMika Singh
Hrishikesh-Saurabh-Jasraj
Score:
Salil Amrute
CinematographyVikas Joshi
Edited byParth-Gaurang
Production
company
Soul Sutra
Distributed byCoconut Movies Release
Release date
  • 28 February 2020 (2020-02-28)
Running time
128 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageGujarati
Box officeest. ₹9 crore (US$1.3 million)[1]

The story of the film follows Sahil (played by Malhar Thakar) and his girlfriend and fiancé Harshita (played by Manasi Parekh) 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 theatrical run was shortened due to COVID-19 pandemic and it was subsequently released for streaming on Prime Video.[1]

Plot

Sahil and Harshita overnight end their relationship of two years. Their parents makes persistent attempts to bring them back together.[4][5]

Cast

The cast include:[4][5]

Production

The film was shot at various places in Ahmedabad. The film was shot in 24 days.[6] The film was produced under banner of Soul Sutra which is owned by Parthiv Gohil and Manasi Parekh Gohil.[5][7] It was a debut of Manasi Parekh in Gujarati cinema.[8][9] Sachin Khedekar reprise his role of a father from the original while Vandana Pathak played a mother. Both debuted Gujarati cinema with the film. Malhar Thakar played a role as their son.[10]

Soundtrack
Golkeri
Soundtrack album by
Mika Singh, Hrishikesh-Saurabh-Jasraj
Released27 January 2020 (2020-01-27)
Recorded2019
StudioAditya Dev Studio
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length5:37
LanguageGujarati
LabelZen Music Gujarati
External audio
Album on JioSaavn

"Soni Gujarat Ni" was the first Gujarati song sung by Mika Singh. The song videos were choreographed by Prince Gupta.[11] Social media influencers Aashna Hegde and Khushi Hegde appeared in "Soni Gujarat Ni" song.[12][13]

Track listing[11]
No.TitleLyricsMusicSinger(s)Length
1."Soni Gujarat Ni"Kiran PariharMika SinghMika Singh, Parthiv Gohil3:07
2."Amastu Amastu"Sneha DesaiHrishikesh-Saurabh-JasrajParthiv Gohil2:30
Total length:5:37

Marketing and release

The songs were released on YouTube. The film released its poster and title on 5 February 2020.[4] Two days later, the official trailer of the film was released by Zen Music Gujarati on 7 February 2020.[14]

The film was released in India on 28 February 2020.[4][15] The theatrical run was shortened due to COVID-19 pandemic and it was subsequently released for streaming on Prime Video.[1]

Reception

Box office

The film grossed ₹3 crore (US$420,000) in the opening weekend and ₹4 crore (US$560,000) in the first week.[16] The film had grossed over about ₹9 crore (US$1.3 million) on the box office in 17 days before the theatres were closed due to COVID-19 pandemic.[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]

Accolades

The film received the best film award at the Toronto Gujarati Iconic Film Festival 2020.[20]

References
  1. Jambhekar, Shruti (27 May 2020). "Malhar Thakar and Manasi Parekh starrer Golkeri all set for a digital release".
  2. Soni, Rushin (11 February 2020). "Golkeri is a remake of this Marathi film". The Gujarati Films. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
  3. "Golkeri Movie Review: Sweet, sour, spicy, tangy: This Golkeri can be savoured by all".
  4. "'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.
  5. "Trailer of Manasi Parekh and Malhar Thakkar starrer Golkeri released; check it out". mid-day. 8 February 2020. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
  6. "માનસી પારેખને મુંબઈની ફાસ્ટ લાઇફ કરતાં અમદાવાદની શાંતિ ગમે છે". Gujarati Mid-day (in Gujarati). 24 February 2020. Retrieved 12 March 2020.
  7. "Exclusive! Manasi Parekh Gohil on 'GolKeri': As an actor and producer, the responsibility is tremendous". TOI. Retrieved 10 February 2020.
  8. "Manasi Parekh to debut in Gujarati filmdom with 'Golkeri'". Iflicks. 7 February 2020. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
  9. "'Uri' Actress Manasi Parekh To Make Her Debut In Gujarati With Comedy Drama 'Golkeri'". KoiMoi.com. 7 February 2020. Retrieved 7 February 2020.
  10. 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.
  11. "Mika Singh's 1st Gujarati Song for upcoming film GolKeri". DeshGujarat. 31 January 2020. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
  12. "Exclusive! Khushi Hegde: Working with 'Gol Keri's' 'Soni Gujarat Ni' team taught me so much". The Times of India. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
  13. "Aashna & Khushi Hegde Star In Mika Singh's First-Ever Gujarati Song, 'Soni Gujarat Ni'". MissMalini. Retrieved 17 February 2020.
  14. Golkeri- Official Trailer - Malhar - Manasi - Soul Sutra - New Movie Gujarati - In Cinemas Now. Zen Music Gujarati. YouTube. 7 February 2020.
  15. "Gujarati Film 'Golkeri' To Release On February 28". Mumbai Live. Retrieved 7 February 2020.
  16. "Golkeri movie boxoffice collection". BookMyShow.
  17. "Exclusive! Viral Shah reveals he worked on 'Gol Keri' while suffering from dengue - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
  18. Iyer, Shreya, Golkeri Movie Review: Sweet, sour, spicy, tangy: This Golkeri can be savoured by all, retrieved 6 March 2020
  19. "ખાટીમીઠી ગોળકેરી ના રસામાં તરબોળતી ગુજરાતી ફિલ્મ એટલે 'ગોળકેરી'". VTV Gujarati (in Gujarati). Retrieved 6 March 2020.
  20. "Exclusive! Manasi Parekh Gohil: I think 'Golkeri' had a fabulous journey right from getting the biggest opening in the theatres - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 1 October 2020.
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