Jai Mata Ji - Let's Rock
| Jai Mata Ji - Let's Rock | |
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| Directed by | Manish Saini |
| Written by | Manish Saini |
| Produced by | Siddharth Vadodaria Kajal Vadodaria Ravindra Sanghvi Manish Saini Akash JH Shah |
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| Edited by | Manish Saini Niraj Voralia |
| Music by | Night Song Records |
Production company | Amdavad Films |
| Distributed by | Rupam Entertainment Pvt Ltd |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Gujarati |
Jai Mata Ji - Let's Rock (Gujarati: જય માતાજી - લેટ્સ રોક) is a 2025 Indian Gujarati Comedy and family drama film directed, written and edited by Manish Saini. It Stars Malhar Thakar, Neela Mulherkar, Tiku Talsania, Vandana Pathak, Vyoma Nandi Shekhar Shukla, Aryan Prajapati and others. The film is produced by Siddharth Vadodaria, Kajal Vadodaria, Ravindra Sanghvi, Manish Saini, Akash JH Shah and was released nationwide on 9 May 2025.[1][2][3]
Plot
[edit]A government scheme turns the life of an 80-year-old lady upside down, presenting her with four outrageous choices: seek revenge on her sons and their wives, rekindle a long-lost love, embrace a swanky lifestyle, or go full thug life with all of the above. Centered around a quirky family, this Gujarati comedy is brimming with laughter, emotions, and surprises, offering a fun-filled ride you won’t want to miss.
Cast
[edit]- Malhar Thakar[3]
- Neela Mulherkar
- Tiku Talsania[4]
- Vandana Pathak[5]
- Vyoma Nandi
- Shekhar Shukla
- Aryan Prajapati
- Utkarsh Mazumdar
- Shilpa Thakar
Soundtrack
[edit]| Jai Mata Ji - Let's Rock | |||||
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| Studio album by Parth Parekh, Ajay Jayanthi | |||||
| Released | 28 April 2025 | ||||
| Studio | Night Song Records | ||||
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | ||||
| Length | 3:41 | ||||
| Language | Gujarati | ||||
| Label | Night Song Records | ||||
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Tracklist
[edit]All lyrics are written by Bhargav Purohit, Dhanji; all music is composed by Parth Parekh, Ajay Jayanthi[6]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Samajh Ma Na Aave" | Bhargav Purohit | Parth Parekh | Jigardan Gadhavi | 3:36 |
| 2. | "Dakho Dakho" | Dhanji, Bhargav Purohit | Ajay Jayanthi | Dhanji | 2:05 |
| Total length: | 03:41 | ||||
Marketing and Releases
[edit]The film was officially announced on 8 February 2025, with its release date revealed through Social media platforms.[7] The official poster was launched on 31 March 2025 in Ahmedabad at the Smt. Maniben Tribhovandas Matru Gruh(Old Age Home), in the presence of senior citizens.[8] The poster was subsequently shared on social media on 1 April 2025.[3] The trailer was officially launched on 20 April 2025 in Ahmedabad.[9] The film is scheduled for a nationwide theatrical release on 9 May 2025.[10][11][1][12][13]
Reception
[edit]Ganesh Aaglave of Firstpost described Jai Mata Ji – Let's Rock as a heartwarming and entertaining slice-of-life dramedy. He praised director Manish Saini for crafting a humorous yet sensitive portrayal of old age without hurting sentiments. Aaglave highlighted the film’s engaging narrative, strong performances by Malhar Thakar and Tiku Talsania, and its unique blend of comedy and emotion. He noted that the film delivers an eye-opening message through its story of family dynamics and late-life romance, making it both thoughtful and enjoyable.[14] Kanksha Vasavada of The Times of India rated the film 3.5 out of 5, praised the fresh and socially relevant concept, calling it a sensitive yet impactful film. She lauded Manish Saini’s nuanced direction and strong writing in collaboration with Niren Bhatt, noting the film’s balance of humor and emotional depth. Performances by Malhar Thakar, Tiku Talsania, Neela Mulherkar, and others were highlighted as standout, with Mulherkar’s portrayal of the sharp-witted grandmother earning special mention. While the second half was noted as slightly stretched, Vasavada commended the film’s engaging twists and emotional resonance, recommending it as a must-watch for those seeking meaningful and fresh storytelling.[15] Archana Vashisht of Times Now Navbharat rated 3.5 out of 5, praising director Manish Saini for his skillful storytelling that keeps the audience engaged throughout. She highlighted the natural and convincing performances by the ensemble cast, including Malhar Thakar, Tiku Talsania, Neela Mulherkar, and others. Vashisht recommended the film as a must-watch for those who enjoy original, family-oriented stories with a perfect blend of comedy and emotion.[16]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Jai Mata Ji: Let's Rock poster unveiled! Malhar Thakar calls it a "benchmark film" in Gujarati cinema". The Times of India. 12 April 2025. Retrieved 12 April 2025.
- ^ "Blockbuster Alert! "Jai Mata Ji: Let's Rock" Releases on May 9". Ahmedabad Mirror. 3 April 2025. Retrieved 12 April 2025.
- ^ a b c "Jai Mataji Let's Rock: મલ્હાર ઠાકરની અપકમિંગ ફિલ્મ જય માતાજી: લેટસ રોકનું પોસ્ટર વડીલોના હસ્તે રિલીઝ, 80 વર્ષના દાદીની સફર દર્શકોને પેટ પકડીને હસાવશે". Gujarati Jagran. 1 April 2025. Retrieved 12 April 2025.
- ^ "Tikku Talsania on his acting career, mantra to live life, latest film, and recent health scare: 'It was not a heart attack'". The Indian Express.
- ^ "Vandana Pathak on being typecast, prioritising mental health, and playing Meenakshi Mathur in comedy series Hum Paanch: 'I'm not confrontational like her'". The Indian Express.
- ^ "'ડખો'થી-'સમજમાં ના આવે' સુધીના સંગીત, મલ્હારની ધમાકેદાર ફિલ્મ જય માતાજી Lets Rock". Sandesh.
- ^ "મલ્હાર ઠાકર અને ટીકુ તલસાણિયાની ફિલ્મ જય માતાજી Let's Rock નું મોશન પોસ્ટર રિલીઝ". VTV Gujarati. 8 February 2025. Retrieved 12 April 2025.
- ^ "Social satire 'Jai Mataji: Let's Rock' gets May 9 release date, first look unveiled at an old age home". Navjeevan Express. 1 April 2025. Retrieved 12 April 2025.
- ^ "Gujarati Movie: જય માતાજી let's rock ફિલ્મનું ટ્રેલર લોન્ચ, મલ્હારનો અલગ અંદાજ". Sandesh.
- ^ "Jai Mata Ji - Lets Rock Movie: Showtimes, Review, Songs, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos". The Times of India. 21 March 2025. Retrieved 12 April 2025.
- ^ "મલ્હાર ઠાકર અભિનિત ગુજરાતી ફિલ્મ "જય માતાજી: લેટ્સ રોક" નો ફર્સ્ટ લૂક આઉટ!". Khabarpatri. 2 April 2025. Retrieved 12 April 2025.
- ^ "9 મેથી સિનેમાઘરોમાં ધૂમ મચાવશે Jay Mata ji Lets Rock". VTV Gujarati.
- ^ "મલ્હાર ઠાકરની અપકમિંગ ફિલ્મ Jai Mata ji - lets Rockનું ટ્રેલર લોન્ચ, 80 વર્ષના દાદીનો અનોખો અવતાર દર્શકોને પેટ પકડીને હસાવશે". Gujarati Jagran.
- ^ "Jai Mata Ji Let's Rock movie review: Malhar Thakar & Tiku Talsania starrer slice-of-life dramedy is heartwarming & entertaining". Firstpost.
- ^ "Jai Mata Ji - Lets Rock Movie Review: A refreshing emotional drama with good performances". The Times of India.
- ^ "जय माता जी लेट्स रॉक: प्रॉपर फैमिली ड्रामा है टीकू तलसानिया की फिल्म, हंसी-मजाक के साथ है एक स्पेशल मैसिज". Times Now Navbharat.