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{{short description|2020 Indian film by Viral Shah}}
{{Infobox film
|name = Golkeri
|image = Golkeri.jpg
|caption = Golkeri Official poster
|director = Viral Shah
|producer = Manasi Parekh [[Parthiv Gohil]]
|writer = Viral Shah Amatya
|starring = {{Plainlist|
* [[Malhar Thakar]]
* [[Manasi Parekh]]
* [[Sachin Khedekar]]
* [[Vandana Pathak]]
}}
|music = [[Mika Singh]] Hrishikesh-Saurabh-Jasraj 
'''Score:''' Salil Amrute
|cinematography = Vikas Joshi
|editing = Parth-Gaurang
| studio = Soul Sutra
|distributor = Coconut Movies Release
|released = {{film date|df=yes|2020|02|28}}
|country = India
|language = Gujarati
|runtime = 128 minutes
|gross = {{estimation|{{INRConvert|9|c}}}}<ref name="BOTOI" />
}}

'''''Golkeri''''' ({{transl|en|Mango pickle}}) is a [[Gujarati cinema|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]]''.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web|url=https://thegujaratifilms.in/gujarati-film-golkeri-is-a-remake-of-this-marathi-film/|title=Golkeri is a remake of this Marathi film|last=Soni|first=Rushin|date=2020-02-11|website=The Gujarati Films|language=en-US|url-status=live|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2020-02-17}}</ref>

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.<ref>{{Cite web | url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movie-reviews/golkeri/movie-review/74461588.cms |title = Golkeri Movie Review: Sweet, sour, spicy, tangy: This Golkeri can be savoured by all}}</ref> The theatrical run was shortened due to [[COVID-19 pandemic in India|COVID-19 pandemic]] and it was subsequently released for streaming on [[Amazon Prime Video]].<ref name="BOTOI"/>

== Plot ==

Sahil and Harshita meet at a show of Harshita's. Sahil supports her the most and with his help and support Harshita climbs great heights. From there, they both get in a relationship but due to Sahil's constant lies about his unemployment, she is frustrated. And their three years of relationahio is ruined overnight and their marriage is put in grave danger. On the day of marriage anniversary of Sahil's parents, Sahil confronts his father and realizes his mistakes and hurries to meet Harshita. Sahil apologies Harshita and tells her his feeling and everything in his heart. Sahil falls to his knees and asks for one more chance. Harshita accepts him at last and then they once again get in a relationship.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/news/gol-keri-poster-malhar-thakar-and-manasi-parekhs-hilarious-film-to-release-on-february-28/articleshow/73963844.cms|title='Gol Keri' poster: Malhar Thakar and Manasi Parekh's hilarious film to release on February 28|last=|first=|date=2020-02-05|website=The Times of India|language=en|url-status=live|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2020-02-17}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=https://www.mid-day.com/articles/trailer-of-manasi-parekh-and-malhar-thakkar-starrer-golkeri-released-check-it-out/22572150|title=Trailer of Manasi Parekh and Malhar Thakkar starrer Golkeri released; check it out|date=2020-02-08|website=mid-day|language=en|access-date=2020-02-17}}</ref>

== Cast ==
The cast include:<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" />

* [[Malhar Thakar]] as Sahil Mohanbhai Sutariya
* [[Manasi Parekh]] 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|date=February 2020}} The film was shot in 24 days.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.gujaratimidday.com/entertainment/articles/cast-of-gujarati-film-golkeri-is-foodie-manasi-parekh-loves-relaxed-atmosphere-of-ahmedabad-malhar-thakar-describes-how-to-make-khichdi-113776|title=માનસી પારેખને મુંબઈની ફાસ્ટ લાઇફ કરતાં અમદાવાદની શાંતિ ગમે છે|date=2020-02-24|website=Gujarati Mid-day|language=gu|access-date=2020-03-12}}</ref> The film was produced under banner of Soul Sutra which is owned by Parthiv Gohil and Manasi Parekh Gohil.<ref name=":1" /><ref name="TOI">{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/news/exclusive-manasi-parekh-gohil-on-gol-keri-as-an-actor-and-producer-the-responsibility-is-tremendous/articleshow/74058472.cms|title=Exclusive! Manasi Parekh Gohil on 'GolKeri': As an actor and producer, the responsibility is tremendous|website=TOI|access-date=10 February 2020}}</ref> It was a debut of Manasi Parekh in Gujarati cinema.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.iflicks.in/News/2020/02/07153052/Manasi-Parekh-to-debut-in-Gujarati-filmdom-with-%27Golkeri%27.vpf|title=Manasi Parekh to debut in Gujarati filmdom with 'Golkeri'|first=|date=2020-02-07|website=Iflicks|url-status=live|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2020-02-17}}</ref><ref name="KOIMOI">{{cite web|url=https://www.koimoi.com/bollywood-news/uri-actress-manasi-parekh-to-make-her-debut-in-gujarati-with-comedy-drama-golkeri/|title='Uri' Actress Manasi Parekh To Make Her Debut In Gujarati With Comedy Drama 'Golkeri'|website=KoiMoi.com|date=7 February 2020|access-date=7 February 2020}}</ref> 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.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web|url=https://www.cinestaan.com/articles/2020/feb/8/24405|title=Golkeri trailer: Familiar story of a couple's break-up is explored once more in this Gujarati dramedy|last=Pandya|first=Sonal|website=Cinestaan|access-date=2020-02-17}}</ref>

== Soundtrack ==
{{Infobox album
| name = Golkeri
| type = [[Soundtrack]]
| artist = [[Mika Singh]], Hrishikesh-Saurabh-Jasraj
| cover =
| alt =
| released = {{start date|2020|01|27|df=y}}
| recorded = 2019
| genre = [[Feature film soundtrack]]
| studio = Aditya Dev Studio
| length = {{Duration|m=05|s=37}}
| language = [[Gujarati language|Gujarati]]
| label = Zen Music Gujarati
| producer =
| prev_title =
| prev_year =
| next_title =
| next_year =
| misc = {{External media | audio1 = [https://www.saavn.com/p/album/gujarati/golkeri-2020/3sf-D9vc-,w_?referrer=svn_source=share&svn_medium=com.whatsapp Album] on [[JioSaavn]]}}
}}

"Soni Gujarat Ni" was the first Gujarati song sung by Mika Singh. The song videos were choreographed by Prince Gupta.<ref name="DG1">{{Cite web|url=https://www.deshgujarat.com/2020/01/31/mika-singhs-1st-gujarati-song-for-upcoming-film-golkeri/|title=Mika Singh's 1st Gujarati Song for upcoming film GolKeri|date=2020-01-31|website=DeshGujarat|language=en-US|access-date=2020-02-17}}</ref> Social media influencers Aashna Hegde and Khushi Hegde appeared in "Soni Gujarat Ni" song.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/news/exclusive-khushi-hegde-working-with-gol-keris-soni-gujarat-ni-team-taught-me-so-much/articleshow/74113631.cms|title=Exclusive! Khushi Hegde: Working with 'Gol Keri's' 'Soni Gujarat Ni' team taught me so much|last=|first=|date=|website=The Times of India|language=en|url-status=live|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2020-02-17}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.missmalini.com/2020/02/06/aashna-khushi-hegde-star-in-mika-singhs-first-ever-gujarati-song-soni-gujarat-ni/|title=Aashna & Khushi Hegde Star In Mika Singh's First-Ever Gujarati Song, 'Soni Gujarat Ni'|website=MissMalini|access-date=2020-02-17}}</ref>

{{tracklist
| headline =Track listing<ref name="DG1"/>
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| total_length = 5:37
| title1 = Soni Gujarat Ni
| extra1 = [[Mika Singh]], [[Parthiv Gohil]]
| lyrics1 = Kiran Parihar
| music1 = [[Mika Singh]]
| length1 = 3:07

| title2 = Amastu Amastu
| extra2 = [[Parthiv Gohil]]
| lyrics2 = Sneha Desai
| music2 = Hrishikesh-Saurabh-Jasraj
| length2 = 2:30

}}

== Marketing and release ==
The songs were released on [[YouTube]]. The film released its poster and title on 5 February 2020.<ref name=":0" /> Two days later, the official trailer of the film was released by Zen Music Gujarati on 7 February 2020.<ref>{{cite AV media|url=https://youtube.com/watch?v=RiQJw0znUjw|title=Golkeri- Official Trailer - Malhar - Manasi - Soul Sutra - New Movie Gujarati - In Cinemas Now|work=Zen Music Gujarati|publisher=YouTube|date=7 February 2020}}</ref>

The film was released in India on 28 February 2020.<ref name=":0" /><ref name="Mumbai Live">{{cite web|url=https://www.mumbailive.com/en/entertainment/gujarati-film-golkeri-with-malhar-thakkar-manasi-parekh-to-release-on-february-28-45127 |title=Gujarati Film 'Golkeri' To Release On February 28 |access-date=7 February 2020|website=Mumbai Live}}</ref> The theatrical run was shortened due to [[COVID-19 pandemic in India|COVID-19 pandemic]] and it was subsequently released for streaming on [[Amazon Prime Video]].<ref name="BOTOI" />

==Reception==
===Box office===
The film grossed {{INRConvert|3|c}} in the opening weekend and {{INRConvert|4|c}} in the first week.<ref name="BMS">{{cite web|url=https://in.bookmyshow.com/movies/box-office/golkeri-box-office-collections/EG00101455|title=Golkeri movie boxoffice collection|website=BookMyShow}}</ref> The film had grossed over about {{INRConvert|9|c}} on the box office in 17 days before the theatres were closed due to COVID-19 pandemic.<ref name="BOTOI">{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/news/malhar-thakar-and-manasi-parekh-starrer-golkeri-all-set-for-a-digital-release/articleshow/76014740.cms|title=Malhar Thakar and Manasi Parekh starrer Golkeri all set for a digital release|date=27 May 2020|last=Jambhekar|first=Shruti}}</ref>

===Critical reception===
The film is received positively.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/news/exclusive-viral-shah-reveals-he-worked-on-gol-keri-while-suffering-from-dengue/articleshow/74453309.cms|title=Exclusive! Viral Shah reveals he worked on 'Gol Keri' while suffering from dengue - Times of India|website=The Times of India|language=en|access-date=2020-03-06}}</ref> 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.<ref>{{Citation|title=Golkeri Movie Review: Sweet, sour, spicy, tangy: This Golkeri can be savoured by all|first=Shreya|last=Iyer|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movie-reviews/golkeri/movie-review/74461588.cms|access-date=2020-03-06}}</ref> 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.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.vtvgujarati.com/news-details/golkeri-gujarati-film-review|title=ખાટીમીઠી ગોળકેરી ના રસામાં તરબોળતી ગુજરાતી ફિલ્મ એટલે 'ગોળકેરી'|website= VTV Gujarati|access-date=2020-03-06|language=gu}}</ref>

=== Accolades ===
The film received the best film award at the Toronto Gujarati Iconic Film Festival 2020.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Exclusive! Manasi Parekh Gohil: I think 'Golkeri' had a fabulous journey right from getting the biggest opening in the theatres - Times of India|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/news/exclusive-manasi-parekh-gohil-i-think-golkeri-had-a-fabulous-journey-right-from-getting-the-biggest-opening-in-the-theatres/articleshow/78315942.cms|access-date=2020-10-01|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref>

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==
* {{IMDb title}}

[[Category:Films shot in Ahmedabad]]
[[Category:Indian comedy-drama films]]
[[Category:Gujarati remakes of Marathi films]]
[[Category:2020s Gujarati-language films]]
[[Category:2020 comedy-drama films]]

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