‘So low ….’, Zoya Akhtar praised Nasir Sheikh, the reason for making ‘Superboys of Malegaon’

Last updated:February 19, 2025, 18:36 IST

Superboys of Malegaon: Reema Kagti’s film ‘Superboys of Malegaon’ will be released on 28 February. In this, stars like Adarsh ​​Gaurav, Vineet Kumar Singh and Shashank Arora will be seen in important characters. Recently producer Zoya Akh …Read more

The film is made on Nasir Sheikh’s real life.

New Delhi. ‘Superboys of Malegaon’, made under the direction of Reema Kagti, is in discussion these days. This is a story that salutes big dreamers. In this film, Adarsh ​​Gaurav, Vineet Kumar Singh and Shashank Arora will be seen in strong roles. It has been appreciated in many film festivals. ‘Superboys of Malegaon’ is ready to make its place in theaters the next few days. Meanwhile, producer Zoya Akhtar told why he decided to make this film.

‘Superboys of Malegaon’ is inspired by the story of Nasir Sheikh and his friends, who make a distinct identity in the world of cinema on the basis of their passion and creativity from the small town Malegaon. The film is inspired by true events and has been woven with a powerful narrator, which promises to give the audience a different cinematic experience.

Zoya Akhtar said this about the film
Recently, the film’s producer Zoya Akhtar gave the reason behind choosing the story of ‘Superboys of Malegaon’. When he was asked why this story is close to his heart, he said, ‘Nasir, who is a filmmaker himself, is a really unique person. He started DIY filmmaking. That too when no one had thought that someone could make a film in so low resources.

A separate identity given to Malegaon
He further said, ‘We know how hard it takes to make a film and he started with absolutely minimum means. But due to his passion, help of friends and heart-o-joy in the story, he made it come true. Nasir gave Malegaon a distinct identity and the same thing is really inspiring.

Film is based on the challenges of filmmakers
The story of ‘Superboys of Malegaon’ also throws light on the challenges of those filmmakers in small towns who have to face lack of resources, funding and access to the industry. But despite all these obstacles, his passion and film’s passion never reduces.

‘Superboys of Malegaon’ ready for release
Let us tell you that ‘Superboys of Malegaon’, built under the banner of Amazon MGM Studio, Excel Entertainment and Tiger Baby, has been produced by Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti. Varun Grover has written the story of this film. It is going to release theaters in America, UK, UAE, Australia and New Zealand on 28 February.