In the era when the audience goes goo goo ga ga over fast paced adrenaline pumping shows, creating a show which is basically a synonym of stagnancy is one daring task. And to renew it for seasons one after another is an even tougher job. And then there’s Gullak, jiske liye ye sab bayein haath ka khel hai. The third season of the show continues to work its charm over the audience, luring them into a fun feel good watch.
The plot resumes with Mishra family taking center stage while the mitti ka Gullak eagerly telling us their kissey. Led by Santosh Mishra, played by Jameel Khan and his wife Shanti Mishra, played by Geetanjali Kulkarni, the show delves further into the everyday struggles, aspirations, and relationships of this middle-class clan. The makers make sure that even after 2 seasons, the anecdotes of the Mishra family seem real and relatable to the viewers.
The writing in Gullak Season 3 is a masterclass in comedy, showcasing razor-sharp wit and unfiltered portrayals of the Mishra family’s quirks and eccentricities. From Santosh’s comical attempts at becoming a poet to Shanti’s unwavering support for her loved ones, and the hilarious sibling rivalry between Annu (Vaibhav Raj Gupta) and Aman (Harsh Mayar), the characters feel like your known ones. Their antics mirror the absurdities of everyday life, making you nod in recognition while bursting into laughter.
The Mishra parents find themselves at odds with their ambitious children, resulting in a riotous display of misunderstandings and relatable conflicts. Add to it Santosh and Shanti ke nok-jhok, written with a crunch of sarcasm and the former’s witty one liners which make you chuckle. The writing doesn’t force comedic situations that ruins the story. Instead the daily life depiction of the Mishras is so legit ki you’re bound to smile more often than not.
This season is more than just a comedy
However, a standout change in this season is the increased level of seriousness. Beyond the laughter, Gullak Season 3 also weaves in subtle social commentary. The show tackles themes such as financial struggles, generational clashes, dreams, and the unbreakable bonds of family. A few moments make you doubt if the show is a comedy at heart. This season discusses the obstacles in the lives of the middle class family in depth, probably depicting the change after the Covid era.
A show with insane sustainability
The show’s cinematography captures the essence of small-town life with a candid and vibrant visual style. The direction by Amrit Raj Gupta and Palash Vaswani strikes a perfect balance between realism and humor. The editing too, is spot on. With each episode 30-40 minutes long, the story stays crisp and clean, compelling us to binge-watch the whole season in one go. This is the mantra for the makers to churn out multiple seasons on such a simple story.
Gullak Season 3 is not just a laugh-out-loud comedy that fearlessly flirts with the everyday madness of middle-class life. It is one which actually compels you to feel for the Mishras. It also makes you come to terms with your own struggles, as if hugging you and saying, “it’s okay, we are in this together.” With its brilliant writing, memorable characters, and stellar performances, the show effortlessly transports viewers into the Mishra family’s chaotic world. Dekh lo, achha feel hoga.
