Banjara Marathi Movie Review - Story, Cast, Release Date

Banjara (2025) is an upcoming Marathi drama film directed by Sneh Ponkshe, marking his directorial debut. The film is set to release on May 16, 2025, and is produced by Sharad Ponkshe and Rohini Vijaysingh Patwardhan under the banners of V.S. Productions and Morya Productions .

🎬 Plot Overview

Banjara explores the journey of three friends who embark on a road trip that leads them to self-discovery and introspection. The film delves into themes of friendship, personal growth, and the essence of life's journey, reflecting the idea that "the journey is more important than the destination." The narrative is set against the backdrop of the picturesque landscapes of Sikkim, adding a visual depth to the story .

बंजारा हा चित्रपट तीन मित्रांच्या प्रवासाचा शोध घेतो जे एका रोड ट्रिपवर निघतात आणि त्यांना आत्म-शोध आणि आत्मनिरीक्षणाकडे घेऊन जातात. हा चित्रपट मैत्री, वैयक्तिक वाढ आणि जीवनाच्या प्रवासाचे सार या विषयांवर खोलवर जातो, "प्रवास हा गंतव्यस्थानापेक्षा जास्त महत्त्वाचा आहे" या कल्पनेचे प्रतिबिंबित करतो. कथानक सिक्कीमच्या नयनरम्य लँडस्केपच्या पार्श्वभूमीवर सेट केले आहे, ज्यामुळे कथेत दृश्यमान खोली वाढते.

🎭 Cast & Crew

• Director & Writer: Sneh Ponkshe

• Producers: Sharad Ponkshe, Rohini Vijaysingh Patwardhan

• Lead Cast:

  • Sharad Ponkshe

  • Bharat Jadhav

  • Sunil Barve

  • Saksham Kulkarni

  • Sneh Ponkshe

  • Aditya Dhanraj

  • Frankie J. Mitchell as Amanda

• Cinematography: Gaurav Ponkshe

• Editing: Gaurav Rai

• Music: Avadhoot Gupte, Anurag Godbole

• Studios: V.S. Productions, Morya Productions

• Distributor: Panorama Studios

📍 Filming Highlights

Banjara holds the distinction of being the first Indian film shot in Sikkim, with significant portions filmed at an altitude of approximately 14,800 feet, making it the first Indian film to be shot at such a high elevation. The challenging shooting conditions, including low oxygen levels, required the crew to use oxygen sprays. The production spanned nine days and involved a team of 150 crew members, with over 100 local residents participating in the filming process .

🎵 Soundtrack

The film's music is composed by Avadhoot Gupte and Anurag Godbole, promising a soundtrack that complements the film's emotional and scenic journey. The track listing is yet to be released.

🗓️ Release Information

• Release Date: May 16, 2025

• Language: Marathi

• Genre: Drama, Adventure

• Theatrical Release: Scheduled for release in theaters across India