Sairat

Plot synopsis:
The film follows the story of Prashant Kale aka Parshya, a low-caste young boy, and Archana Patil aka Archi, a daughter of a rich "upper caste landlord". Parshya, although poor, has a good academic record,is good at reading and is the captain and the star player of the local cricket team. Archi is a strong willed girl, who is also academically proficient, but more importantly, known as a headstrong girl who enjoys ‘masculine’ tasks like driving a tractor or riding a Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle. As they both study in college together, it is observed that they slowly start falling for each other. Early on, Archi’s large and muscular maternal cousin Manya tries to intervene and beat up Parshya, but is ordered to stay away by Archi. They slowly find ways to spend time with each other and fall in love.
At a celebration of Archi’s misbehaved younger brother, Prince’s birthday, they are discovered by Archi’s family. Archi’s father, being politically connected proceeds to thrash Parshya and his friends. Eventually realizing that there is no way out, Archi and Parshya make an attempt to elope. However, they are discovered by police and taken into custody. There, Archi’s father forces the police to register a false complaint alleging that Archi was gang raped by Parshya and his friends. Realizing this, Archi intervenes and destroys the complaint, insisting that Parshya and his friends be released. Soon after they are released, however, Archi’s father’s goons begin to thrash Parshya and his friends. Seeing this from a distance, Archi intervenes and seizes a pistol from the goons, threatening to fire unless they are released. Soon Parshya and Archi catch a running train and escape the confines of the small town to Hyderabad.
In the city of Hyderabad, Archi and Parshya are broke and desperate. Surviving off what little they have, they try for accommodation in a lodge but they are refused accommodation. In frustration, they sleep at the railway station, contemplating their next move. One night, a few men come and awaken them, insisting that they come to the police station. On the way, they begin to drag Parshya and beat him up, while another attempts to rape Archi. However, a lady from the nearby slum, Suman Akka bravely intervenes, brandishing a stick, stepping in and saving the duo from the rogues. Akka stays with her young son, Sanket.
Akka offers Parshya and Archi a spare shanty to live in, and helps Archi find employment in a nearby bottling factory, while Parshya starts working as a cook at Akka's Dosa stall. Archi gradually picks up Telugu with the help of her factory colleague Pooja. Archi and Parshya start to make a meagre hand to mouth existence, trying to make the most of the situation with mutual love. Initially, Archi misses home terribly and at one point she leaves Parshya to return to her home by train, but she changes her mind and returns to Parshya. In due course, Archi and Parshya get married in the Registrar's office where Akka and Pooja stand as witnesses. Subsequently, Archi is shown pregnant and the story moves forward by a few years.
Parshya and Archi are now living in a better location and are more well-off. Archi phones her mother from an under construction flat complex, which they have come to see and then hands the phone to her young son Aakash. After the phone call, Archi's brother Prince and his relatives arrive, carrying gifts from her mother, hinting at reconciliation. Aakash goes to visit a neighbour while Archi and Parshya invite Prince and the other visitors into the flat and serve them tea.
The toddler returns with the neighbour and is left at their doorstep. The door is open and the baby enters and discovers that his parents have been hacked to death. Visibly troubled and unable to comprehend the gruesome nature of the honor killing, he walks off and the movie ends.

Tags: romantic

Review:
It is an attempt to explain few things before you watch this film, so that anyone without a proper knowledge of what exactly the "story" wants to express to viewers will at least get an idea of what the film is all about.This film is about a boy and a girl who falls in love - a boy is from one caste and a girl from another caste.
The direction, cinematography, and very catchy song numbers with one of the best music ever created by duo Ajay-Atul.
After giving hits like Pistulya, Fandry, this movie will break all the records and will be one of the biggest hits ever in Marathi Cinema industry.
I enjoyed it a lot & I don't have sufficient words for this Movie that how much I appreciated & satisfied!!Great acting, mind blowing music by my favorite Ajay-Atul.
Hats-off to Nagraj Manjule for giving us the Best ever Awesome Marathi movie.
'Aarchi' (Rinku Rajguru) is the soul of this movie and have portrayed much needed rock solid, contentful, firm and powerful lead character who is madly in love with 'Parshya'.
Great background scores, amazing casting (special mention for Parshya's friends and Amma), superb cinematography, a heart touching story and direction makes it a complete Marathi movie.
He proved that he is not a one film wonder kind of filmmaker and he is here to stay .Marathi cinema is proving its greatness now and then by giving back to back gems like this movie !!!!I had some doubts about this movie as I felt it was same old love story but thank you Nagraj Manjule for proving me wrong .
This is the best movie I've ever seen on this topic .Sairat is love story of Parshya and Archi.
Music will make you feel the love between the leads .Acting by the cast needs special mention .
To begin with, Sairat(Wild) is a highly acclaimed movie by people and is the highest grossing Marathi film till day.
Saw the noon show very next day of "Sairat" release day, Movie started with a cricket match in village, Right from the starting you are in different era and you came out as a full of all sort feelings exists.Not seen any nice movie in last few years with this very simple story, BUT its Cast and Direction and script and editing made it one hell of romantic drama, though cinematography can be better.
The Lead Actress who is debut like many actors in movie is fabulous, you can literally feel her innocence, love, anger.
India is changing definitely and this movie is going to help a big deal.The lead actors Akash and Rinku have stunned me with their performing skills.
I never watched a Marathi film before watching Sairat and this is no doubt an epic of a love story dealt with perfection.
Balancing the social issue like caste system in India and a love story is not an easy task but hats off to Manjule who pulled it off like a pro.
People were never so crazy for a Marathi film like this before, watching it again and again..and this includes sophisticated workaholic people like me!I am just in love with this film, watched 3-4 times in theater, i managed it even when i was busy, because this movie gives me pleasure,immense joy about the refreshing concept of love, and how people struggle to keep it alive, till their last breath..loved the songs, the comedy scenes, and the best part of the film- Parshyaa!
Akaash is Cutest Marathi actor we'll ever have, good performance by everyone though, including Rinku, who got national award for this, and other supporting actors too.Hats off to director Nagraj Manjule, who made these newcomers act so naturally, making the whole movie look so convincing, bringing the best of simplicity in the film.
Ajay-Atul created awesome music for this film, first Indian music directors to go to Hollywood - I bow down to them for this masterpiece, forget movie, people will be crazy to go to their future concerts only to listen these songs live!There haven't been an official proof that the film reached 100 Cr, but i really wish & pray that this film do reaches it.
The dialogues, scenes, characters were so unforgettable, I bet you won't get to see such a quality-movie even in the next 5yrs ..Apart from that,Sairat has redefined quality-film making, and more so..redefining love.
On a more serious note,this movie is such a perfect blend of all the ingredients of beautiful cinema,be it music, the fresh star cast,the locations,story ,and the end of the movie which hits you hard like a sudden slap on the face.
The music by Ajay Atul is the soul of this film.the songs are such a treat to watch and to listen.The title track is a masterpiece ,sheer brilliance.I don't think a remake will come close to this amazing film.
If you haven't watched the film,you are really missing out on a creation of love.Probably my review seems too sugary ,but once you see the movie you will know ,every word I typed is the truth.Go wild....go 'Sairat'..
"SAIRAT" is the ever best movie i have seen.basically i'm a "KANNADIGA" No language border to music, literature and art.This movie sometimes will stop our pulses , literally amazing love story.
All songs are have Melodic musici'm not talk about climax because my tears still flowing, Awesome acting from "RINKU RAJGURU" YOU ARE A BORN ACTRESS I'M UR FAN FROM NOW.Great story direction and screenplay by Nagraj ManjuleBEST OF LUCK TO--Rinku Rajguru (Archie),Akash Thosar (Parshya),Arbaz Shaikh (Sallya),Tanaji Galgunde Pradeep and whole bunch.......
End is sad and force you to think on this.Finally I will say it's a great movie and you all should go and watch it in theaters..
I also loved the way, Nagraj hiring unprofessional actor /actress, giving opportunity to each of them, his blindfold chit ultimately turns into glittering gold.Melodramatic parshya n dashing archie molded appropriately into their respective character's,emotional outburst at the end,cast-ism still happens,which is the bitter fact.
Nagraj, you did a swell job,spectacularly you tried to portray your point,incredible piece in an Indian Marathi cinema,eye candy fr art lover's,outstanding performance n standing ovation.
and takes you to a heaven....mind blowing....A must watch Marathi movie with an unexpected end.I have no words, Speechless, breathless.
Hats off to Nagraj Manjule sir what a director Rinku - First movie but very powerful character , "Hero" of the movie Akash - First movie but very nice second lead Tanaji - Again first movie but a talented and natural actor and Arbaz - Very nice supporting act to Akash and TanajiOf course the music of Ajay-Atul is 10/10Sherya Ghosal is the second Lata Mangeshkar...Thanks, Bhushan.
It gives feel like watching a short film by artistic movie directors.
GREAT direction, convincing movie sets, fine piece of acting, comedy and cruelty at its best..
The first Marathi film I watched after hearing so much about it.I did myself a favour by not watching dhadak which is a poor remake of this cult classic.One of the best Indian movie in recent years !!.
Great movie, excellent cinematography ,beautiful music....please don't compare with so called ..trash..
Sairaat, a movie of romantic genre, is an ordinary story of a couple fighting from casteism in India, but with a different presentation.
Movie starts off good, giving time to build character of Parshya in first 20 minutes.
The Best thing about this movie is the Acting of main characters, direction and Music.
Though the movie is gripping in overall, there is a time in second half when things start becoming very predictable, and you start losing interest in this 'cliche' story.
For example a guy falls for a piece of paper thrown by lady, to be a love letter.Direction, Screenplay, Cinematography: It's a local movie with related surroundings.
I had never watched a Marathi film before, but it was on Netflix, so easily accessible.The beginning goes like your normal Bollywood story.
I love Karan Johar, but this version of the story reflects a much more real tone I feel than his (although fun and wonderful) normal tone in movies.
The first marathi movie I watched and loved it.Awesome film..
The movie is awesome.Actually I don't see marathi movies and I don't know about this movie when it released.Then some of my marathi friends were prasing about this movie and recommend me to watch this.Then I watch this in my mobile.And the first marathi movie I watched and loved it.Believe me awesome film.The direction was nice.The story was good and it tells us that love does bot see upper or lower castes.And its true.The end was very sad and emotional.The screenplay was good.Acting was good from the Lead male and the female lead was cute and acted good.The songs were awesome especially zingat.But only the editing was a lil bad it should be edited more.Overall a must watch film.Watch this film to enjoy your summer vacation.My opinion a must watch film you will definitely like this one.And no one will dislike this movie..
The second half is a hell lot of reality, but that is what makes is a masterpiece.The movie is released with English Subtitles, so doesn't matter whether you are Marathi speaking or not, I recommend you go watch this movie, specially if you want to witness the life of simple yet complex village people.
The second half is a hell lot of reality, but that is what makes is a masterpiece.The movie is released with English Subtitles, so doesn't matter whether you are Marathi speaking or not, I recommend you go watch this movie, specially if you want to witness the life of simple yet complex village people.
Although the Marathi movie industry has small audience and screening but the music and story had made it to be one of the best to be entertaining to audience.
Hats off to Nagaraj Manjule for excellent casting and introducing this wonderful new talent.When you watch the film you feel you are watching a real life sequence of events with real people in real places.
No complaints mind you, the music is good and has in fact hit the charts.Effectively in brief, this is about a lower class - lower caste boy loves upper caste rich politically connected girl in a rural society where such relationships are taboo.
Don't miss this one this is one hell of a gem.One thing is its a bit long movie and sometimes its predictable but still not even one second one can be bored.Excellent direction and cinematography.
The screenplay and story line takes one through moments of excitement created by 'Sairat' characters and a perfect village that is brought live on screen as is by Mr. Manjule.
Kudos for Nagraj Manjule's masterwork, he indeed is efficacious in displaying an innocent love saga comprising of ecstasies and agonies of life.It is really an incredible groundwork for Marathi Cinema which has consistently been making remarkable movies but had only a limited reach, Sairat gave them the global platform and creative sovereignty.The contemporary content, laced with an acquitted love story where lovers can never think of the repercussions, the pervasiveness of the cast system, the apathy of the people to these issues, and finally the effortlessness and virtue of the lead cast (who are actually not actors), made this movie a masterwork of the director.By perceiving every frame of the movie, we can comprehend the alacrity of the director who had this vision since "Fandry" as it was a one sided love story, however Sairat is a full blown love story, Sairat shows the earthly matters, and it shows that there is life outside the chiffon cinema, the rural existence is a real thing and it captures the environment perfectly.
Arbaz Shaikh (Salim) and Tanaji Galgunde (Langdya) have played the part with innocence and grace.The camera-work is marvelous, mesmerizing tracking and drone shots, slow-motions give the authenticity to the scenes, it has mostly been shot on location (most in Nagraj's hometown Jeur, Solapur,), and the village has been shown beautifully.The back ground score and songs are astounding, hats off to Ajay−Atul, also it is a first Indian film recorded at Sony Scoring Stage in Hollywood.Sairat has been presented considerately and thoughtfully to the audience, it gives us a perspective about the mistreatment currently prevalent in India.All the best for Nagraj and we are waiting for his next production.A highly recommended movie for everyone.9/10.
Depiction of caste system, politics, friendship and love stories in school is fine and is a typical kind of a movie.
Filmed in rural Maharashtra in India, this is one film worth viewing, even if you have never watched a Marathi film before.Director ‪Nagraj Manjule‬, has created a gem of a movie, which stays with you, long after you leave the theatre.
I was completely bowled over by the acting, music,story.The life of a typical village..its people..and its consequences..all put into a bundle and handed over to the audience.Worked like charm!Don't waste time reading reviews!
The much talked about music sounds alien in a Marathi, even Indian film, but is probably targeted towards the young audience.But finally, what makes Sairat extraordinary are the outstanding performances.
Sairat is another masterpiece after Fandry by Nagraj Manjule.Movie was so real that people actually start believing in this love story.Movie is 10/10 in all aspects like acting, cinematography, Direction, locations, dialogues etc.One of best movie in recent time which following rich culture of content based Marathi movies.I would rate this movie in range great marathi movies Pinjara, Swash, Samna, Natrang, Simhasan etc etc.Special thanks to all actor who did natural acting, everyone.Thank you for such movie and expecting such great movies in future too..
Story by Nagraj Manjule.This movie has everything a viewer wants, best direction, best songs, and one of best endings of movies I have ever seen in my entire life.
Direction Nagraj Manjule and Cinematography by Sudhakar Redddy will make you have feelings about the love between the boy and girl and their struggle and hatred about casts systems..
Be it the biographical movie about the hardships faced by a stage actor playing an effeminate character on stage in "NATRANG", or religious superstition imposed on the young love birds in "JOGWA", or the story about an ageing thespian portrayed magnificently by Nana patekar in "NATSAMRAT", or the very commercial but thoroughly entertaining "TIMEPASS 1", or the 1st of its kind in Marathi cinema "Balak Palak" in which the movie actually talks about sex education.
Story is good , Acting is top notch, even the supporting actors have done a great job (special mention to langdya and salim).
Real combination of good story, amazing songs , descent acting of debu actors & fantastic cinematography ..
HI FRIENDS,,ITS WORTH WATCHING THIS MOVIE IN THEATRES THOUGH U RECEIVED ANY LEAKED COPY FROM ANYONE......"SAIRAT" This Marathi word stands for "CRAZY (in love)"...and movie really has fulfilled meaning of its title........though its a common love story but cinematography , village touch , amazing songs have made it real blockbuster .
Having Marathi as my mother tongue helped me understand a lot of context that gets lost in translation for non native viewers.Story : I won't go into the story as I really wish you watch the movie and be surprised with the freshness of a love story seldom told with such honesty and rooted in reality.
In fact the audience erupted in joy to witness such slick work in a Marathi movie.Acting : It is Archie (Rinku Rajguru) all the way.
After a classic like "Fandry", Nagraj Manjule has brought a truly commercial yet true and realistic story of "Sairat".
As known to all Sairat is well marketed movie but it delivers what was expected from promos and from director like Nagraj.Movie starts with village environment which is realistic.
It holds all your attention throughout the movie.The way love story of 'Parshya' and 'Archie' blossoms with the entertaining and dreamy surrounding, is awesome.
The methods of love expressing are very realistic and people from rural areas can find themselves in movie characters.Though Interval is delayed, it has reason due to which viewers get locked into movie.Music from Ajay-Atul is fantastic as always.
Hope this movie can change those mindsets.Do give a watch in theaters!Hats off to all Nagraj Popatrao Manjule team!.
A movie can't get any better than this, Shows Love and friendship in very realistic and beautiful way.
awesome movie....unexpected ending epic love story..
Sairat!!Well I was already crazy about music with video releases before actually watching the movie.Well dance steps of "zing zing zingat" song are very crazy, realistic and very much relevant.
I personally got goose-bumps; felt like arrow was shot through my heart.Really this movie made the audience "SAIRAT" at the END!!.
However, what I don't like is the focus is spent more on the love story than what actually director wanted to show.
I loved this movie from the first scene to the last Background score while the film credits were running on the screening.
I have myself fell in love with a girl from a different caste and faced a little of the insults compared to the these people in the movie.
This is a director's movie and if you haven't watched this and didn't like this movie you either have never loved anyone or you are a freaking caste fanatic..
This has brought up lots of immature directors, & inexperienced producers, who do not know what they really want to show.Only Good cinematography does not mean the movie is well directed...Earlier movie of Nagraj (Fandry) highlighted the impact of cast system in rural Maharashtra & was a sure 'Art-Film' genre.
The current lack of good story/dialog writer in Marathi movie industry is highlighted time & again here.
Well, according to me, Nagraj Manjule is the Anurag Kashyap the Marathi movie industry needs.
Then we spend lovely moment with our friends and relatives.SAIRAT is like that moment.The story of the movie is not a new one.