AB RUKNE KA NAHI !

AB RUKNE KA NAHI : My quick take on Marathi movie “Aata Thambaycha Naay” (ZEE5)

“Aata complaint karne ka nahi” — that only Malayalam cinema delivers content-rich stories.

“AB bolne ka nahi” — that Marathi movies are only slapstick comedies.

Because this film proves: AB RUKNE KA NAHI, Marathi cinema — you’ve arrived with intent, impact, and integrity.

This is not just a film — it’s a deeply human story about dignity, struggle, and the spirit of refusing to quit.

Bharat Jadhav is a revelation. He brings Sakharam Manchekar to life with heartbreaking vulnerability and quiet strength.

Siddharth Jadhav is equally brilliant — grounded, real, and emotionally precise. Their performances together anchor the film in authenticity.

And then comes the surprise: Om Bhutkar, known for his intense role in Mulshi Pattern, is a complete revelation here. Understated yet powerful, he leaves a lasting mark.

Also noteworthy is Ashutosh Gowariker, whose presence brings gravitas and weight — proving yet again that when he acts, he delivers with quiet command. In fact entire cast does an impressive job.

Director Shivraj Waichal — take a bow. To debut with this level of storytelling maturity and visual control is no small feat.

The writing team deserves credit for a tight, layered, and emotion-packed screenplay. Sala bahut baar rula diya. The dialogues feel lived, not written.

Production design is exceptional — capturing Mumbai’s grimy reality without reducing it to poverty porn. The underbelly is shown not just as filth-filled, but as humanity-filled.

The music is pitch-perfect. It supports the narrative without ever slowing the momentum. The title track and Sang Sang Bholenath are atmospheric, emotional, and absolutely memorable — potential chart-toppers.

ZEE5 — take a bow for backing this modern Marathi classic and bringing it to audiences through OTT. This is the kind of cinema that deserves reach and recognition.

My only regret? I wish I had seen this in theatres. Unfortunately, I think it didn’t release in Dubai. But I’m grateful for the opportunity to watch it at all.

Most importantly, hats off to the makers for not giving us another “Slumdog Millionaire” that sensationalizes poverty. Instead, they’ve delivered a story filled with resilience, humanity, and quiet rebellion.

Dear Marathi cinema, keep walking this path. Keep creating stories that are content-rich, performance-rich, and soul-rich. We need them more than ever.

Don’t miss it.