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Gullak (2019)

Gullak, TVF creation is a story about a family of four living in a small town in North India. I loved how homey the show felt. The whole series gives a big hit of nostalgia throughout its course. The show has a very easy going and laid back funny layout which delivers quite a punches. Each of the character brings a whiff of fresh air and its own quirks to the storyline. The mother brings her sarcastic and bossy attitude with style, the patronizing father and the two sons with their own set of funny exchanges and clashes. The show bring a smile, a sigh and an interest to carry on with its relatable and nostalgic storyline.

Another amazing original series by TVF play. Well the series title first makes you think that this is about" gullak" or "piggy bank". But trust me when i say the title here holds a lot more emotion than it seems. The series is about a typical middle class house in India and a family of four, two sons , father and mother. Here the rebelliousness of the children is not about some serious money but a scooty. Its a sweet memory because i can remember myself asking the same question a few years back. The show is full of nostalgia, and totally relatable. I think its safe to say that the feelings of the series hits home.
There are little memories and little stories and this series is a little reserve of these stories. The series shares a bunch of common memories that we would definitely share with our kids in the coming future, and i will bring us all a lot of sweet memories and a smile.
I suggest people to watch it. Its even family friendly so you can enjoy time with the fam-jam.
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How is life through the lens of a middle class family in small towns of India, perhaps precariously just abutting the cosmopolitanism of the metros yet miles away from it metaphorically? 'Gullak' speaks for this life, everyday happenings that characterise their routines, series of anecdotes that define their comings and goings so eloquently. Of course, it isn't your quintessential 'North Indian' drama. There are no badlands, gangsters or turf wars. It is the story of the common man, the children and the strongest force of any family- the mother, but it isn't just that. 'Gullak' is amazingly written and produced. The funny undertones and the breezy, light hearted banters are just some of the things that make this an adorable watch. Overall, it's a fine specimen of how shows need to be produced and acted out. Amazing!

'Gullak' is about a family staying in the North of India, the Mishra family comprising of the husband, Santosh Mishra, wife, Shanti Mishra, and their two sons. The elder son, Annu is a civil engineer and trying for a Government job, while the younger son, Aman is still studying. The father works with the electricity department and the wife is a home-maker – creating a blueprint for the middle-class families of India. The ongoing in the miniseries is what can be termed as the everyday life of a family in India. That’s a refresher from any of the big ticket, big scenario webseries that we are looking at today. The performances by everyone in the cast is so painfully real that the audience wants to go ahead and give them a hug. It’s difficult to point out who does a better job or which character is more important.
'Gullak' succeeds in many departments, but probably the best thing about it is its self-containment. The writing is precise and meaningful, so much so that the the end product is utterly believable, genuinely funny, and amazingly refreshing. Fortunately, the show's crisp writing and intelligent direction are supported by some brilliantly self-aware and downright delightful performances of the lead actors. Geetanjali Kulkarni, in her rendition of a subjugating yet caring mother/wife, hits the bull's eye, while Jameel Khan, playing a calmer, more sensible husband to her, is fairly convincing. Vaibhav Raj Gupta and Harsh Mayar, as junior Mishras, are also equally enjoyable.
The series is a nod to the unsophisticated middle-class lifestyle and artless ethos of a stratum that forms the bulk of society. It is a nod to the life of people like you and me – mediocre, but elevated to magical by the unconditional love of family; people who collect memories, not riches, in the piggy bank of life.
Splendid stuff this! Go watch it now.

Gullak as narrator tells is not a story but compilation of 'kissas'. Every episode is somewhat related to memories of our childhood be it the fight between siblings or the naukjhok in between parents. It reminds of the life of mohallas and second tier towns that is much better than any high class life. It is a totally relatable show for any north indian middle class family. It is like 'Yeh Meri Family' but will rate it above than that as each episode is new and bring old memories into picture a lot.