Actor Adarsh Gourav is ecstatic and looking to attend the world premiere of his upcoming film Superboys of Malegaon at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) this year. This comes right after wrapping up his international project Alien last month. Directed by Reema Kagti and produced under the banner of Zoya Akhtar’s Tiger Baby, Superboys of Malegaon is a heartwarming and humorous tale inspired by real events.
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Join Telegram ChannelThe film, written by the acclaimed Varun Grover, revolves around the life of Nasir Shaikh, played by Adarsh, an amateur filmmaker from Malegaon, Maharashtra. With a group of equally inexperienced crew members, Nasir directs no-budget spoofs of Bollywood and Hollywood classics. The story captures their passion for filmmaking against the odds and showcases their creative resilience. The film also features stellar performances from actors Vineet Kumar Singh and Shashank Arora in leading roles.
Speaking about the world premiere of Superboys of Malegaon at TIFF, Adarsh shared, “I am beyond excited to be a part of TIFF with such a special film. Superboys of Malegaon is a project close to my heart as it tells a story of passion, determination, and love for cinema. Working with Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar’s production house has been an incredible journey, and having this film premiere at an esteemed festival like TIFF feels surreal. Nasir’s journey as an amateur filmmaker is one of hope and creativity in the face of limitations, and I hope audiences at TIFF will be able to connect with that spirit. This film is truly the most special piece of work I have ever worked on”.
Superboys of Malegaon is set to have its world premiere at TIFF on September 13th, 2024, as part of the festival’s lineup. The Toronto International Film Festival will run from September 5 to September 15, and the film is expected to make waves with its unique and heartening narrative.
