3 Ekka
2023 Gujarati drama film
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3 Ekka (Gujarati: ૩ એક્કા) is a 2023 Indian Gujarati-language drama film directed by Rajesh Sharma and written by Chetan Daiya and Parth Trivedi. It stars Malhar Thakar, Yash Soni, Mitra Gadhavi, Kinjal Rajpriya, Esha Kansara, and Tarjanee Bhadla in the lead roles.[2] The film was released on 25 August 2023 and went on to become the second-highest grossing Gujarati film of all time, behind Chaal Jeevi Laiye!.
Parth Trivedi
Vaishal Shah
- Malhar Thakar
- Yash Soni
- Mitra Gadhavi
- Kinjal Rajpriya
- Esha Kansara
- Tarjanee Bhadla
| 3 Ekka | |
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| Directed by | Rajesh Sharma |
| Written by | Chetan Daiya Parth Trivedi |
| Produced by | Anand Pandit Vaishal Shah |
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| Cinematography | Pratik Parmar |
| Edited by | Nirav Panchal |
| Music by | Kedar and Bhargav |
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| Distributed by | Rupam Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. |
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Running time | 146 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Gujarati |
| Box office | est. ₹26.11 crore (US$3.1 million)[1] |
Cast
- Malhar Thakar as Kalrav
- Yash Soni as Kabir
- Mitra Gadhavi as Bhargav[3]
- Kinjal Rajpriya as Mansi
- Esha Kansara as Jhanvi[4]
- Tarjanee Bhadla as Kavita
- Hitu Kanodia
- Chetan Daiya
- Prem Gadhavi
- Tusharika Rajguru
- Om Bhatt
Production
On 20 November 2022, the film was announced, featuring the trio of Malhar Thakar, Yash Soni, and Mitra Gadhavi. They had previously worked together in the blockbuster Gujarati film Chhello Divas.[5] The film is produced under the banner of Anand Pandit Motion Pictures, and Jannock Films. The music of the film was composed by Kedar and Bhargav.
Filming
The shooting of the film commenced on 13 February 2023[6] and wrapped up in nearly 50 Days.[3] The entire film was shot in Ahmedabad.
Soundtrack
| 3 Ekka | |
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| Soundtrack album by Kedar and Bhargav | |
| Released | 2023 |
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack |
| Length | 5:43 |
| Language | Gujarati |
| Label | K Brothers Music |
All lyrics are written by Bhargav Purohit; all music is composed by Kedar and Bhargav.
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Tehunk" | Aditya Gadhvi, Kedar and Bhargav | 2:56 |
| 2. | "Bheruda" | Jigardan Gadhavi, Kedar and Bhargav | 2:47 |
| Total length: | 5:43 | ||
Marketing and release
Reception
The film was well received by the audience.[11][12] It was declared a blockbuster at the box office[13] and grossed over ₹12.56 crore (US$1.5 million) in its first week.[14] It collected ₹26.11 crore (US$3.1 million) in its 20-day run,[1] becoming the second-highest grossing Gujarati film of all time behind Chaal Jeevi Laiye!.
Akanksha Vasavada of The Times of India rated it 4 out of 5. She praised story, direction and performances while noting that the second half needed "tighter" editing.[15] Rachana Joshi writing for Mid-Day Gujarati rated it 3 out of 5. She praised performances, direction and story but criticised the screenplay and editing.[16]