Reema Kagti’s upcoming film Superboys of Malegaon had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 13, 2024. The film received a standing ovation and videos of people’s enthusiastic response are now going viral on social media. Nasir Sheikh can also be seen sharing a warm hug with Zoya Akhtar in the viral video. The film, which is set to hit theatres in January 2025, will also be available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video after its theatrical run.
The viral footage shows the audience giving a standing ovation to the Superboys of Malegaon, which made Nasir Sheikh very emotional. He wiped his tears before hugging Zoya Akhtar. Reema Kagti was seen waving to the audience with a smile on her face.
Directed by Reema Kagti and written by Varun Grover, the film stars Adarsh Gourav, Shashank Arora and Vineet Kumar Singh in lead roles. The film also stars Saqib Ayub, Manjari Pupala, Anuj Singh Duhan and Ali Abbas. It is produced by Excel Entertainment and Tiger Baby Productions.
Superboys of Malegaon will be featured at the 68th BFI London Film Festival, screening at Vue West End on October 10 and the historic Curzon Soho on October 12. The film is scheduled to release in cinemas in January 2025, followed by streaming on Prime Video.
Set in Malegaon, a small town in Maharashtra, the film is inspired by true events. It tells the story of Nasir Sheikh, an amateur filmmaker from Malegaon whose community turns to Bollywood films to take a break from their everyday struggles. Inspired to make a film by and for the people of Malegaon, Nasir assembles a group of his friends to make his dream a reality and bring new life to the town.
Superboys of Malegaon highlights themes of friendship, filmmaking and perseverance, showcasing the creativity and determination of people who pursue their dreams despite challenges. With a seamless blend of light-hearted and poignant scenes, Reema Kagti’s direction promises to impress. The film not only honors the spirit of friendship and the art of filmmaking, but also emphasizes the inventive and resilient nature of individuals who strive to turn their dreams into reality.
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