In a rare and monumental display of solidarity for Indian independent cinema, some of the nation’s most acclaimed filmmakers came together on Saturday to launch the trailer of Manoj Bajpayee’s highly anticipated film, ‘Jugnuma.‘ The event saw the convergence of cinematic powerhouses Anurag Kashyap, Vetri Maaran, Lijo Jose Pellissery, Nag Ashwin, and Raj B Shetty—a collaboration that has generated immense buzz across the industry.
Directed by Raam Reddy, best known for his National Award-winning debut Thithi, the film is a magical realism drama presented by Oscar-winning producer Guneet Monga in collaboration with Anurag Kashyap. Set in the mystical Himalayan highlands of the late 1980s, the narrative follows an orchard owner, played by Bajpayee, who uncovers unsettling truths about his family as mysterious fires begin to burn his land.
The film, which has already received stellar reviews and accolades on the international festival circuit—including premiering at the Berlin International Film Festival and winning “Best Film” at the Leeds International Film Festival—is being lauded for its unique blend of artistic storytelling and mainstream appeal.
In a statement, Anurag Kashyap described Jugnuma as a “labour of love” that has “genuinely impacted me as a filmmaker and an audience.” He expressed his delight at the support from his fellow directors, emphasizing the collective effort to bring such a powerful story to a wider audience. The theatrical release of the film is scheduled for September 12, 2025, promising a unique and profoundly moving cinematic experience for audiences across India.
Key Highlights:
- Manoj Bajpayee’s upcoming film, ‘Jugnuma,‘ had its trailer launched by an unprecedented group of acclaimed directors: Anurag Kashyap, Vetri Maaran, Lijo Jose Pellissery, Nag Ashwin, and Raj B Shetty.
- The film is a magical realism drama directed by Raam Reddy and presented by Guneet Monga and Anurag Kashyap.
- It has already earned international acclaim, including a premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival and a “Best Film” award at the Leeds International Film Festival.
- The film is scheduled for a pan-India theatrical release on September 12, 2025, and is being hailed as a groundbreaking project.