Genre: Comedy / Drama / Family / Slice of Life Episodes: 5 Runtime: 20–25 min (per episode) Release Date: June 27, 2019 Creator: Shreyansh Pandey (TVF) Director: Amrit Raj Gupta Writer: Durgesh Singh Language: Hindi Streaming Platform: Sony LIV | jimmeflix.com
Overview
Gullak Season 1 is a heartwarming family comedy-drama that beautifully captures the everyday life of the Mishra family, a middle-class household living in a small town in North India. Told through the unique narration of a clay piggy bank ("Gullak"), the series celebrates ordinary moments, family values, and the emotional bonds that make simple lives extraordinary.
Across five relatable episodes, the Mishra family navigates financial struggles, sibling rivalries, career worries, family arguments, festivals, and countless small joys. With realistic storytelling, gentle humor, and emotional depth, Gullak transforms everyday experiences into memorable life lessons that resonate with audiences of all ages.
Main Cast
Jameel Khan as Santosh Mishra
Geetanjali Kulkarni as Shanti Mishra
Vaibhav Raj Gupta as Anand "Annu" Mishra
Harsh Mayar as Aman Mishra
Shivankit Singh Parihar (Voice) as Gullak (Narrator)
Season Highlights
Authentic Middle-Class Life: A realistic portrayal of the joys, struggles, and emotions of an Indian middle-class family.
Heartwarming Family Drama: Everyday situations filled with humor, warmth, and meaningful life lessons.
Unique Storytelling: Narrated by the family's clay piggy bank, offering a nostalgic perspective on cherished memories.
Slice-of-Life Episodes: Each episode focuses on relatable family experiences, from Sunday routines to festivals and personal challenges.
Award-Winning Performances: Outstanding performances by the entire cast bring the Mishra family's world to life.
Episodes
Tehri – A mother-son disagreement over dinner reveals deeper frustrations about unemployment and family expectations.
Hum Do Hamare Do – A simple argument over the television remote grows into a humorous family conflict.
Itwaar – The Mishra family tries to make the most of their Sunday, leading to relatable and funny moments.
Batti Aa Gayi – Annu returns home late while trying to convince his parents to buy him a scooter.
Tyohaar – During Raksha Bandhan celebrations, unexpected news about Annu's exam results deeply affects the family.
