Vickida No Varghodo
{{short description|2022 Superhit Gujarati film}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=September 2024}}
{{Use Indian English|date=June 2021}}
{{Infobox film
| name = Vickida No Varghodo
| image = Vickida No Varghodo.jpg
| director = Rahul Bhole
Vinit Kanojia
| producer = Sharad Patel{{Cite news |url=https://www.mangalorean.com/going-gujju-sharad-patel-on-his-latest-project-vickida-no-varghodo/ |title=Going Gujju: Sharad Patel on his latest project 'Vickida No Varghodo' |newspaper=Mangalorean.com |access-date=28 June 2022 |date=28 June 2022}}
Shreyanshi Patel
Vikas Agarwal
Pankaj Keshruwala
Ajay Shroff
Ashissh Pattel
Nirav Patel
Pritish Shah (co-producer)
| starring = Malhar Thakar
Monal Gajjar
Manasi Rachh{{Cite news |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/news/manasi-rachh-on-vickida-no-varghodo-its-a-co-incident-to-play-a-student-again-in-my-third-film-exclusive/articleshow/92591924.cms |title=Manasi Rachh on 'Vickida No Varghodo': It's a co-incident to play a student again in my third film- Exclusive! |newspaper=The Times of India |access-date=28 June 2022 |date=28 June 2022}}
Jinal Belani
| studio = SP Cinecorp
Janvi Productions
Rishiv Films
| distributor = Rupam Entertainment Pvt Ltd
SP Cinecorp Cinematic Ventures
| released = {{Film date|df=y|2022|07|08|}}
| runtime = 156 minutes
| country = India
| language = Gujarati
}}
Vickida No Varghodo is a 2022 Indian Gujarati comedy film directed by Rahul Bhole and Vinit Kanojia.{{Cite news |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/news/malhar-thakar-kick-starts-shooting-for-his-next-vickida-no-varghodo/articleshow/71614438.cms |title=Malhar Thakar kick starts shooting for his next 'Vickida No Varghodo' |newspaper=The Times of India |access-date=2 June 2021 |date=16 October 2019}} The film stars Malhar Thakar, Monal Gajjar, Manasi Rachh and Jinal Belani in lead roles. The film is produced by Sharad Patel, Shreyanshi Patel, Vikas Agarwal, Pankaj Keshruwala. The film was released on 8 July 2022. It was highly successful among family audiences and enjoyed a theatrical run exceeding 50 days. This film grossed over 15 crore at the box office, indicating its popularity and commercial success.
Plot
The film centers around the romantic endeavors of Vicky, exploring the beginning, progression, and ultimately tragic endings of his love affairs. The narrative takes a dramatic turn when Vicky is confronted with a sudden reappearance of someone from his past, leading to upheaval in his present relationships. This disruption leaves not only Vicky, but also the women he is involved with and his father, on edge as they face a precarious and uncertain future. The ensuing chaos is marked by a series of comical missteps and mishaps, which add a lighthearted tone to the otherwise tense and emotionally charged plot.
Cast
- Malhar Thakar as Vicky
- Monal Gajjar as Anushree
- Manasi Rachh as Vidya
- Jhinal Belani as Radhika
- Alapana Buch as Vicky's Mother
- Anurag Prapanna as Vicky's Father
- Bhaumik Ahir as Satish
- Chetan Daiya as Arvind Singh
- Sonali Lele Desai as Saroj
- Chirayu Mistry as Paresh
- Manan Desai as Jamaican Singer
Soundtrack
"Udi Re" was sung by Sonu Nigam.{{Cite news |url=https://edtimes.in/sonu-nigams-udi-re-song-from-gujarati-tragicomedy-vickida-no-varghodo-released-on-malhar-thakars-birthday/ |title=Sonu Nigam's Udi Re Song, from Gujarati tragicomedy "Vickida no Varghodo" released on Malhar Thakar's Birthday |date=1 June 2022 |access-date=1 June 2022}}
Marketing and release
The trailer garnered 5 million views within 24 hours of its release.{{Cite news |url=https://www.aninews.in/news/business/business/trailer-of-gujarati-film-vickida-no-varghodo-creates-history-garners-5-million-views-within-24-hours-of-its-release20220627183011/ |title=Trailer of Gujarati film 'Vickida No Varghodo' creates history, garners 5 million + views within 24 hours of its release! |date=27 June 2022 |work=Ani News |access-date=27 June 2022}} The film was initially projected to be released in mid-2020.{{Cite news |url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/news-ani/vickida-no-varghodo-all-set-to-be-the-most-anticipated-gujarati-film-of-2020-119112001139_1.html |title=Vickida No Varghodo all set to be the most anticipated Gujarati film of 2020 |last=ANI |date=20 November 2019 |work=Business Standard India |access-date=20 November 2019}} The film was released on 8 July 2022.{{cite web |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/news/malhar-thakar-vickida-no-varghodo-to-hit-screens-on-july-8-2022/articleshow/92122373.cms |title=Malhar Thakar Vickida No Varghodo to hit screens on July 8, 2022 |website=The Times of India |date=10 June 2022 |access-date=29 June 2022}}
Reception
Rachana Joshi of Mid-day rated the film as 2.5 out of 5. She praised the performances and songs but criticised the length.{{Cite web |date=8 July 2022 |title=Film Review : Vickida No Varghodo is a treat for Malhar Thakar's fans {{!}} 'વિકીડાનો વરઘોડો' Review : લાંબો ચાલતો વરધોડો મલ્હારના ફેન્સને ચોક્કસ ગમશે |url=https://www.gujaratimidday.com/entertainment-news/dhollywood-news/article/film-review-vickida-no-varghodo-is-a-treat-for-malhar-thakar-s-fans-171821 |access-date=29 July 2022 |website=www.gujaratimidday.com |language=gu}}
References
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External links
- {{IMDb title|11138912}}
Category:2022 comedy-drama films
Category:2020s Gujarati-language films
Category:Films shot in Gujarat
Category:Indian comedy-drama films
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