Archive · 23 Jun 2025
Jackie Shroff Supports Biopic 'Sumo Didi' on Wrestler Hetal Dave
A new movie called 'Sumo Didi' is coming out, telling the story of Hetal Dave, who is India's first female sumo wrestler.
Actor Jackie Shroff is supporting the film.
Hetal Dave is very good at sumo wrestling, ranking fifth in the world.
The movie, directed by Jayant Rohatgi, will show Hetal’s journey in sumo wrestling and the challenges she faced.
The movie has already been shown at film festivals like the Tokyo Film Festival and Palm Springs International Film Festival.
It is the only Indian movie to be showcased in two different film festivals in 2024.
Jackie Shroff supports the upcoming biopic 'Sumo Didi' about Hetal Dave.
Hetal Dave is India's first female sumo wrestler, ranked 5th in the world.
The film is directed by Jayant Rohatgi and stars Shriyam Bhagnani as Hetal Dave.
'Sumo Didi' premiered at the Tokyo Film Festival and has been showcased in other festivals.
The film chronicles Dave's journey, including her struggles with social prejudices.
- Who
- Hetal Dave, Jackie Shroff, Jayant Rohatgi, Shriyam Bhagnani.
- What
- Biopic 'Sumo Didi' about India's first female sumo wrestler Hetal Dave.
- When
- Premiered at the Tokyo Film Festival in October 2023.
- Where
- Showcased at multiple film festivals, including Tokyo, Palm Springs, and New York.
- Why
- To highlight Hetal Dave's journey as a sumo wrestler and overcome social challenges.
- Movie Title
- 'Sumo Didi'
- Subject
- Hetal Dave
- Hetal Dave's Ranking
- 5th in the world
- Director
- Jayant Rohatgi
- Lead Actor
- Shriyam Bhagnani
- First Film Festival
- Tokyo Film Festival
- Production Companies
- Fresh Lime Films, Jio Studios, MA&TH Entertainment