Superboys of Malegaon trailer out! Adarsh Gourav, Shashank Arora & Vineet Kumar Singh in a tale of friendship, perseverance & magic of cinema – Watch

Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar, and Reema Kagti produce Superboys of Malegaon, an Excel Entertainment and Tiger Baby production. Directed by Reema Kagti, the film features a highly talented and versatile ensemble cast, including Adarsh Gourav, Vineet Kumar Singh, and Shashank Arora in lead roles

The story of Superboys of Malegaon

Inspired by a true story, Superboys of Malegaon, weaves a compelling narrative brought to life through powerful performances. It is an uplifting tale of friendship, perseverance, and the magic of cinema. The trailer takes viewers on an inspiring journey into a world of dreamers who create against all odds

After captivating audiences and earning acclaim at numerous global film festivals. Including the 49th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), the 68th BFI London Film Festival, the Red Sea Film Festival, and the 36th Palm Springs International Film Festival. Superboys of Malegaon will release theatrically in India, the US, UK, UAE, Australia, and New Zealand on February 28, 2025.

Amazon MGM Studios, Excel Entertainment, and Tiger Baby unveiled the theatrical trailer of Superboys of Malegaon.Inspired by a true story, the film is set in Malegaon, a small town in Maharashtra. It follows Nasir Shaikh, an amateur filmmaker. Along with his friends, he transforms the town into a hub of filmmaking passion. Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar, and Reema Kagti produce Superboys of Malegaon, an Excel Entertainment and Tiger Baby production. Reema Kagti directs the film, with a screenplay by Varun Grover. The film stars Adarsh Gourav, Shashank Arora, Vineet Kumar Singh, Anuj Singh Duhan, Saqib Ayub, and Pallav Singh. It also features Manjiri Pupala, Muskkaan Jaferi, and Riddhi Kumar.

The trailer of Superboys of Malegaon, sweeps the viewers into a heartwarming journey of dreams, resilience, and cinematic magic. The film introduces Nasir Shaikh, a dreamer from Malegaon, where movies offer an escape from daily life. Inspired by these films, Nasir dreams of turning Malegaon into Bollywood. He brings bold ideas and out-of-the-box thinking. With a spirited group of friends, he embarks on a mission to create a film for the people of Malegaon. Superboys of Malegaon is a moving and uplifting story of friendship, passion, and the power of big dreams. It proves that creativity knows no boundaries.

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Industry on Superboys of Malegaon

Nikhil Madhok, Head of Originals, Prime Video India. “Its theatrical release across India. This exciting step reflects our commitment to delivering bold, diverse, and thought-provoking stories to audiences worldwide. We’re deeply grateful to our incredible collaborators, Excel Entertainment and Tiger Baby, for bringing this extraordinary journey to life, and we can’t wait to share this uplifting tale on the big screen!”

Ritesh Sidhwani, producer, Excel Entertainment, shared, “Superboys of Malegaon is a celebration of dreams and resilience—universal emotions that everyone can relate to. We are excited to collaborate with Amazon MGM Studios to bring this inspiring story to theatres. We hope the film resonates deeply with the audience and touches millions of hearts. This story is a powerful reminder of the limitless potential of hope, creativity, and the human spirit.”

“As filmmakers, our goal has always been to create meaningful films that not only captivate audiences in India but also resonate with people worldwide,” said Farhan Akhtar, producer at Excel Entertainment. “Superboys of Malegaon is a heartwarming story that beautifully demonstrates how no dream is too big. With passion and perseverance, anything is possible. We are thrilled to have collaborated with Amazon MGM Studios to bring this incredible project to life. From its journey through international film festivals and screenings to its upcoming theatrical release, Superboys of Malegaon celebrates the power of storytelling to unite people across the world.”

Zoya Akhtar, Producer, Tiger Baby, I am excited to collaborate with Excel Entertainment and Amazon MGM Studios to bring this inspirational story to life— one that celebrates the human need to create art no matter what the circumstances are and the love that Superboys has received at various global screenings just reaffirms how universal that feeling is.

Reema Kagti, Director and Producer at Tiger Baby, said, “Superboys of Malegaon is about the power of the underdog and cinema’s magic. The film isn’t just about Malegaon’s filmmaking origins. It’s about dreams, young filmmakers, and the town they built together. We are thrilled to bring this unique story to the big screen. It’s inspired by people who created magic with limited resources. They had endless dreams and determination, proving that passion and creativity can overcome any obstacle.”

Superboys of Malegaon has garnered global acclaim, winning hearts and receiving widespread praise. At its world premiere during the 49th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September 2024, it earned a standing ovation from a packed auditorium, highlighting its emotional impact.

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