Samandar (film) explained

Samandar
Cinematography:Mihir Fichadiya
Studio:KP & UD Motion Pictures
Distributor:Rupam Entertainment Pvt Ltd
Runtime:172 minutes
Country:India
Language:Gujarati

Samandar is a 2024 Gujarati gangster drama[1] directed by Vishal Vada Vala, starring Mayur Chauhan, [2] Jagjeetsinh Vadher, and others. The film is produced by Kalpesh Palan and Udayraj Shekhwa and will be distributed by Rupam Entertainment Pvt Ltd.

Plot

In the ruthless realm of the Fisheries mafia, two childhood friends, Uday and Salman, form a strong and enduring alliance. However, as they delve deeper into the complexities of power, politics, and revenge, their once-unbreakable bond begins to crumble.

Cast

Production

The movie was shot in various parts of Porbandar town in Gujarat. This is the first time Kalpesh Palan and Udayraj Shekhwa have come together as producers of the film under the banner of KP & UD Motion Pictures. Kedar & Bhargav were responsible for the music production of the film, featuring singers such as Nakash Aziz, Aditya Gadhvi, Vratini Purohit, Bhargav Purohit, Osman Mir and Amir Mir,[3] among others

Soundtrack

Samandar
Type:Album
Artist:Kedar and Bhargav
Genre:Feature film soundtrack
Label:KP & UD Motion Pictures

Tracklist

Release

The announcement of the film was made on August 30, 2023.[4] The first song, "Maar Halesa," was released on February 26, 2024, and was sung by Aditya Gadhvi and Nakash Aziz. The second song, "Dil na Dariya Ma," was released on March 11, 2024, and was sung by Vartini Purohit.[5] The third song, "Saavaj Na Thekana," was released on April 10, 2024.[6] The film will be released on May 17, 2024. [7]

Reception

Rachana Joshi of Mid-Day Gujarati rated it 3.5 out of 5. She praised the story, direction, performances, production and, music but criticised the length.[8] Harsh Bhatt, writing for Gujarat First News, rated it 4 out of 5. He praised the story, screenplay, direction, and cinematography.[9]

See also

Notes and References

  1. News: 'સમંદર' ગુજરાતી ફિલ્મોની વ્યાખ્યા બદલશે = . Mid Day . September 28, 2023 .
  2. News: Samandar' teaser: Mayur Chauhan and Jagjeethsinh Vadher to headline a complete gangster drama. The Times of India . August 30, 2023.
  3. News: Aamir Mir and father Osman Mir unite for soul-stirring Qawwali in upcoming Gujarati film 'Samandar' . The Times of India.
  4. Web site: Samandar Teaser: મયુર ચૌહાણ અને જગજીતસિંહ વાઢેર ગેંગસ્ટર ડ્રામા ગુજરાતી ફિલ્મ સમંદર નું teaser રિલીઝ . Gujarati Jagran . August 30, 2023 .
  5. News: Song - Dil Na Dariya Ma. The Times of India . March 12, 2024.
  6. News: 'Samandar' makers unveil the heartwarming friendship anthem 'Savaj Na Thekana . The Times of India . April 10, 2024.
  7. Web site: 2024-04-10 . Samandar . BookMyShow.
  8. Web site: 2024-05-17 . ‘Samandar’ Review: Vishal Vada Vala’s action, crime gangster drama is about two childhood friends Uday & Salman ‘Samandar’ Review: વટ, વચન અને વેરની બે મિત્રોની હોડી ધીમા પગલે પહોંચે છે સમંદર કિનારે . 2024-05-19 . www.gujaratimidday.com . gu.
  9. Web site: Bhatt . Harsh . 2024-05-18 . SAMANDAR REVIEW : ગુજરાતી સિનેમાના વહેણને બદલતી વટ, વચન અને વેરની મજબૂત વાર્તા એટલે 'સમંદર' . 2024-07-02 . Gujarat First . gu.