Gullak – S03
Director: Palash Vaswani (all episodes)
Cast: Jameel Khan (Santosh “Papa” Mishra), Geetanjali Kulkarni (Shanti “Mummy” Mishra), Vaibhav Raj Gupta (Anand “Annu” Mishra), Harsh Mayar (Aman Mishra), Sunita Rajwar (Bittu ki Mummy)
Gullak – Season 3 (2022) returns with a heartwarming expansion of the Mishra family’s slice-of-life tales. Directed by Palash Vaswani and written by Durgesh Singh, the season offers five tightly knit episodes—each under 40 minutes—exploring daily struggles, small joys, and familiar tensions within a North Indian middle-class household.
This season begins as Annu (Vaibhav Raj Gupta) finally secures employment, ushering in newfound pride and responsibility. But with paychecks come inflated expenses, and the household tension—between dreams, budgets, and aspirations—deepens. Meanwhile, Santosh (“Papa,” Jameel Khan) faces job uncertainty, and Aman (Harsh Mayar) grapples with teenage transitions, family expectations, and identity. Shanti (“Mummy,” Geetanjali Kulkarni) remains the emotional core, balancing tradition and evolving family dynamics, and Bittu ki Mummy (Sunita Rajwar) continues her neighborhood interjections with comic timing and cultural quirks. WikipediaBDC TVAmar Ujala
Episode arcs like “Mission Admission,” “LTA,” and “Satyanarayan Vrat Katha” blend gentle humor with emotional resonance, often built around festivals, workplace politics, rites of passage, and everyday mishaps. The writing remains observational and organic—characterized by witty dialogue, nostalgic glimpses, and cultural authenticity. BDC TV+2JustWatch+2
Performances anchor the season: Vaibhav transforms into a character burdened by aspirations yet tethered to familial duty; Harsh Mayar’s teenage dilemmas ring true in small gestures. Geetanjali Kulkarni and Jameel Khan maintain their familial chemistry, offering warmth without melodrama. Critics praised the ensemble—particularly citing Harsh and Sunita Rajwar—for their layered portrayal, earning them Filmfare OTT Award recognition. KoimoiWikipedia+1
Visually modest, Season 3 succeeds through empathetic storytelling and emotional pacing. The cinematography and score deepen nostalgic tones, evoking the feel of a bygone but familiar middle-class India. KoimoiWikipedia
While some reviews highlighted a slight dip in narrative cohesion and pacing in one episode (“Agua”), overall Season 3 was considered TVF’s most polished yet—balancing relatability, humor, and maturity in a family drama. KoimoiHindustan Times
In summary, Gullak Season 3 deepens its portrayal of middle‑class life with emotional maturity, stronger ensemble arcs, and everyday realism—anchored by a standout cast and quietly impactful storytelling.
Gullak – Season 3 (2022) returns with a heartwarming expansion of the Mishra family’s slice-of-life tales. Directed by Palash Vaswani and written by Durgesh Singh, the season offers five tightly knit episodes—each under 40 minutes—exploring daily struggles, small joys, and familiar tensions within a North Indian middle-class household.
This season begins as Annu (Vaibhav Raj Gupta) finally secures employment, ushering in newfound pride and responsibility. But with paychecks come inflated expenses, and the household tension—between dreams, budgets, and aspirations—deepens. Meanwhile, Santosh (“Papa,” Jameel Khan) faces job uncertainty, and Aman (Harsh Mayar) grapples with teenage transitions, family expectations, and identity. Shanti (“Mummy,” Geetanjali Kulkarni) remains the emotional core, balancing tradition and evolving family dynamics, and Bittu ki Mummy (Sunita Rajwar) continues her neighborhood interjections with comic timing and cultural quirks. WikipediaBDC TVAmar Ujala
Episode arcs like “Mission Admission,” “LTA,” and “Satyanarayan Vrat Katha” blend gentle humor with emotional resonance, often built around festivals, workplace politics, rites of passage, and everyday mishaps. The writing remains observational and organic—characterized by witty dialogue, nostalgic glimpses, and cultural authenticity. BDC TV+2JustWatch+2
Performances anchor the season: Vaibhav transforms into a character burdened by aspirations yet tethered to familial duty; Harsh Mayar’s teenage dilemmas ring true in small gestures. Geetanjali Kulkarni and Jameel Khan maintain their familial chemistry, offering warmth without melodrama. Critics praised the ensemble—particularly citing Harsh and Sunita Rajwar—for their layered portrayal, earning them Filmfare OTT Award recognition. KoimoiWikipedia+1
Visually modest, Season 3 succeeds through empathetic storytelling and emotional pacing. The cinematography and score deepen nostalgic tones, evoking the feel of a bygone but familiar middle-class India. KoimoiWikipedia
While some reviews highlighted a slight dip in narrative cohesion and pacing in one episode (“Agua”), overall Season 3 was considered TVF’s most polished yet—balancing relatability, humor, and maturity in a family drama. KoimoiHindustan Times
In summary, Gullak Season 3 deepens its portrayal of middle‑class life with emotional maturity, stronger ensemble arcs, and everyday realism—anchored by a standout cast and quietly impactful storytelling.