Malhar is an Indian bilingual drama film released in Hindi and Marathi languages directed by Vishal Kumbhar and starring Srinivas Pokale, Sharib Hashmi, Anjali Patil, Rishi Saxena, Vinayak Potdar, Mohammed Samad, and Akshata Acharya. This is produced by Praful Pasad.[1]

Malhar
Theatrical release poster
Directed byVishal Kumbhar
Written byVishal Kumbhar
Apurva Patil
Produced byPraful Pasad
StarringShrinivas Pokale
Vinayak Potdar
Sharib Hashmi
Anjali Patil
CinematographyGanesh Kamble
Edited byAkshay Kumar
Music byT. Satish
Sarang Kulkarni
Production
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V Motion Pictures
Release date
  • 7 June 2024 (2024-06-07)
CountryIndia
LanguagesHindi
Marathi

Cast

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Plot

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This collection of three interconnected stories takes place in the same village. In a remote, isolated community in Kutch, The story of this movie centers on the battle between two closest friends to have their broken hearing aid fixed. Jasmine, Javed's older sister, develops feelings for the Hindu man Jatin. The plot develops around their struggle to get together, how they leave the village to meet, their love, and the difficulties they encounter. Kesar, a recently married woman. The son of that village's sarpanch, Laxman, is her husband. She doesn't conceive after a few days of marriage, which is why her in-laws are always condemning her and how she escapes it.

Release

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The film was theatrically released on 7 June 2024 in Marathi and Hindi languages.[4] Earlier, the film was scheduled to be released on 31 May 2024.[5]

Reception

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Critical reception

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Dhaval Roy of The Times of India rated 3.5/5 and wrote "the film excels at balancing heartwarming moments with poignant realities, the pacing falters slightly in the second half. However this is a miner blip in an otherwise enriching journey that deserves to be experienced on the big screen.[6] Abhilasha Rawat of Times Now rated 3.0/5 and wrote "Malhar is a film that deserves to be experienced on the big screen, offering a blend of heartfelt storytelling and social commentary that resonates long after the credits roll."[7] Mahpara Kabir of ABP News wrote "'Malhar' intricately weaves together three interconnected storylines. Despite the complexity of narrating multiple tales within a single film, the director's adeptness shines through."[8]

References

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  1. ^ "Malhar trailer: Sharib Hashmi, Anjali Patil-starrer showcases love, friendship breaking societal boundaries". Daily News and Analysis. Retrieved 15 August 2024.
  2. ^ "Sharib Hashmi unveils poster of his upcoming heartwarming drama Malhar". Deccan Chronicle. 17 May 2024.
  3. ^ "Rishi Saxena took some time to understand how to play an 'asexual romantic' in 'Malhar'". Lokmat. 21 May 2024./
  4. ^ "Sharib Hashmi's 'Malhar' to release in theatres on June 7 - The Week". The Week. Retrieved 15 August 2024.
  5. ^ "Sharib Hashmi Unveils 'Malhar' Poster And Announces Its May 31 Release Date". Outlook India. Outlook Publishing India Pvt. Ltd. 16 May 2024. Retrieved 15 August 2024.
  6. ^ "Malhar Movie Review : An enriching story that will warm your heart". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 7 August 2024.
  7. ^ "Malhar Movie Review: Vishal Kumbhar Weaves An Intricate Tale Of Friendship, Love And Societal Pressures". Times Now. 7 June 2024. Retrieved 7 August 2024.
  8. ^ Kabir, Mahpara (3 June 2024). "Malhar Film Review: Sharib Hashmi And Anjali Patil Starrer Has An Effective Narrative". ABP News. Retrieved 7 August 2024.
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