Archive · 18 Jun 2025
Marathi Film "Ghaath" Screened for Surrendered Naxalites in Maharashtra
Imagine a movie about people in a tough situation, like a war, but it's happening in secret.
The movie "Ghaath" is about this, and it was shown to people who lived it – 30 former rebels and their families!
The director and actors talked with them afterward.
The film shows how tough it is to live in a place where there is fighting, and the choices people have to make.
It shows the different sides: the rebels, the regular people, and the police.
The movie did not offer easy answers.
It premiered at a big film festival and was later shown in theaters.
The Marathi film "Ghaath" was screened for 30 surrendered Naxalites and their families in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra.
The screening was held at Picturetime's inflatable mobile theatre, a first of its kind in the state.
Director Chhatrapal Ninawe and cast members engaged in a conversation with the audience after the screening.
The film explores the relationships between insurgents, civilians, and law enforcement in a Maoist-affected region.
The film premiered in February 2023 at the Berlin International Film Festival and was released in Indian theatres in September 2024.
- Who
- 30 surrendered Naxalites and their families
- What
- Screening of the Marathi film "Ghaath"
- When
- June 18, 2025
- Where
- Gadchiroli, Maharashtra
- Why
- To show the film to an audience central to its story.
Film's Reception
Film's Content
Audience Reaction
Film's Reception
The film does not offer easy answers. It explores the morally grey space between insurgents, civilians, and law enforcement.
Film's Content
Viewers expressed anger toward the ruthless commander Somaji, which showed how deeply they connected with the film.
- Film Title
- "Ghaath"
- Language
- Marathi
- Director
- Chhatrapal Ninawe
- Setting
- Maoist-affected regions of Gondiya and Bhandara
- Premiere Date
- February 18, 2023
- Indian Theatre Release
- September 27, 2024