Movie review

“Sabar Bonda: Marathi Film Debuts At Sundance”

Sabar Bonda, directed by Rohan Parashuram Kanawade, is a moving and tender story of love, identity, and courage set in rural Maharashtra. It’s also the first Marathi film to premiere at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival, marking a significant moment for Indian queer cinema.

The film focuses on Anand (Bhushaan Manoj), a man in his 30s, who returns to his ancestral village with his mother after his father’s death. As he navigates family traditions and pressures to marry, he reconnects with his childhood friend, Balya (Suraaj Suman), a local farmer.

Balya, a closeted gay man, leads a quiet life grazing goats but secretly desires a love that goes beyond the village’s rigid norms. Their bond, rooted in decades of friendship, slowly blossoms into a tender, forbidden romance. Kanawade’s direction beautifully captures their emotions through subtle gestures and breathtaking visuals, including a stunning scene of their first touch in a serene forest.

The film delves deep into the struggles of being queer in conservative rural India, where love must often remain hidden. Anand and Balya’s story is raw, emotional, and achingly real. The performances by Bhushaan Manoj and Suraaj Suman are heartfelt, making the characters unforgettable.

Though the second half slows down, Sabar Bonda shines with its authentic storytelling and brilliant cinematography by Vikas Urs. It’s a powerful step forward for LGBTQ+ representation in Indian cinema, reminding us that love should be free and fearless.

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Ashish

Just Web Series Reporter

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