Gullak Season 5 is set to stream on Sony LIV from June 5. The Mishra family returns with the same middle-class warmth, small arguments and everyday comedy that made the earlier seasons comfort viewing for many Indian OTT fans.
We included the new season in our OTT releases this week roundup, but Gullak has enough search pull and fan curiosity to need its own update.
Quick answer
| Title | Gullak Season 5 |
| OTT platform | Sony LIV |
| Release date | June 5 |
| Genre | Family comedy drama |
| Main cast | Jameel Khan, Geetanjali Kulkarni, Harsh Mayar, Sunita Rajwar, Anant V Joshi |
What to expect from Gullak Season 5
The new season is expected to continue the Mishra family’s slice-of-life journey. That means everyday money tension, parent-child friction, sibling comedy, neighbourhood chatter and the kind of small emotional wins that do not need huge plot twists to work.
The big talking point this time is the casting change around Annu Mishra. Anant V Joshi joins as Anand “Annu” Mishra, a role strongly associated with Vaibhav Raj Gupta in the first four seasons. That makes Season 5 interesting even before the story begins because fans will be watching how the new actor settles into the family rhythm.
Why Gullak still works
Gullak has survived because it does not chase loudness. The show understands small-town family life: the way parents argue but still care, the way brothers fight but stay connected, and the way money stress quietly shapes ordinary decisions.
That simplicity is also the challenge for Season 5. The show cannot depend only on nostalgia. It needs fresh emotional beats while keeping the easy, lived-in tone intact. If the writing gets that balance right, the new season can again become the kind of comfort binge people recommend inside family WhatsApp groups.
Should you watch Gullak 5?
Yes, if you have followed the Mishra family before or want a lighter Hindi series between heavier thrillers. Season 5 looks like a safe comfort pick, especially for viewers who prefer relatable family stories over high-concept drama.
New viewers should ideally start from Season 1 because the show’s charm comes from watching the family dynamic grow over time. Season 5 can still be accessible, but the emotional comfort lands better when you already know the Mishras.
For the Season 5 actor-character map, see our Gullak 5 cast guide.
The cast change is the main Season 5 talking point
The release date is the clean search answer, but the bigger fan question is Annu Mishra. Anant V Joshi joins as Anand “Annu” Mishra in Season 5, which makes the family chemistry the thing to watch closely. If you want the full actor-character map, read our Gullak 5 cast guide.
That change does not automatically hurt the show. Gullak has always been bigger than one punchline or one plot twist. The season will work if the Mishra household still feels lived-in, funny and emotionally honest.
Before you stream Gullak 5
If you are new to the series, start from the earlier seasons before jumping into Season 5. Gullak’s charm comes from accumulated family history: old fights, small habits, neighbourhood jokes and the slow way the Mishras change. Returning viewers can go straight in, but newcomers will enjoy the new season more after understanding the family rhythm.
Quick watch guide for Gullak 5
Watch Gullak 5 if you want a soft, family-first OTT pick rather than a noisy weekend binge. The series is best for viewers who enjoy small-town humour, parent-child arguments and emotional moments that arrive through ordinary household problems.
The only caution is continuity. Because Annu’s casting is changing, long-time viewers may need a little time to adjust. But the show still has Santosh, Shanti, Aman and the larger Mishra-world comfort that fans recognise.
FAQ
When is Gullak Season 5 releasing on OTT?
Gullak Season 5 streams on Sony LIV from June 5.
Where can you watch Gullak Season 5?
You can watch Gullak Season 5 on Sony LIV.
Who plays Annu Mishra in Gullak Season 5?
Anant V Joshi joins Season 5 as Anand “Annu” Mishra.