MUMBAI: Superboys of Malegaon is a heartwarming story of Nasir Shaikh, an amateur filmmaker from the town of Malegaon, and his ragtag group of friends. Directed by Reema Kagti, the film has already garnered significant international acclaim through its successful run on the film festival circuit. From a gala premiere at the 49th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2024 to screenings at the 68th BFI London Film Festival and the 36th Palm Springs International Film Festival—where it earned a special mention in the Young Cineastes Award—the film has left an indelible mark. It was also featured at the 4th Red Sea International Film Festival. Following this successful festival journey, the film is set for a global theatrical release across the US, UK, UAE, Australia, New Zealand, and India on February 28.
The film chronicles the life and journey of Nasir Shaikh, and as The Saturday Evening Post describes it - its modest, funny, triumphant tale of people pursuing their passion and then discovering, much to their surprise, that the world has been waiting to embrace their efforts all along. This is just one such example of how the film has resonated with global audiences and critics alike! Touted as a “boisterous heart warmer about movie-loving underdogs” by The Gaurdian and many other critics, this film puts Malegaon on the map. As The Saturday Evening Post rightly aptly notes: “The real-life moviemakers portrayed in The Superboys of Malegaon didn’t just become hometown heroes: They created an entirely new genre of Indian film that thrives to this day.” Pete Hammond of Deadline further describes the film in a unique way, calling it, “The feel-good coming-of-age story is Cinema Paradiso meets The Fabelmans meets Breaking Away and Stand By Me.”
Drawing parallels to some of cinema’s classics, Superboys of Malegaon has generated the right kind of buzz in the international market. As The Wrap describes it, the film is “a crowd-pleasing charmer offering the most straightforward of stories: a group of lovable misfits decides to put on a show.” And if you need one more reason to watch it in theaters, Variety puts it best: “After a point, those raucous reactions blend with those of the viewers in the theater, resulting in a rare form of emotional immersion stemming from community. Few films have been as adept at capturing why people still go to the movies.”
Cinephile reviews suggest that Superboys of Malegaon is more than just a film—it's an experience. It's a celebration of friendship, passion, and the magic of cinema. Experience the magic of Amazon MGM Studios, Excel Entertainment, and Tiger Baby’s Superboys of Malegaon in theaters on February 28.
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