Debutant director Ashish Bende’s Marathi film receives a roaring applause at at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival

‘Aatmapamphlet’, a Marathi film that marked the first historical association that brought three stalwarts, Aanand L Rai, Bhushan Kumar, and Zee Studios together. The film has been directed by debutant director Ashish Bende and was recently premiered at the prestigious Berlin International Film festival.

The film was selected in the Generation 14plus competition category. It is a heart-warming tale of one-sided love that shall take the audiences back into nostalgia with dramatic socio-political changes around him. The film stars master Om Bendkhale, Pranjali Shrikant Bhimrao Munde, and Ketaki Saraf in pivotal roles.

At the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival premiere of Aatmapamphlet received a roaring response and was attended by cast and makers of the film.

Director Ashish Avinash Bende says, “‘Aatmapamphlet’ isn’t just a film it is my passion project. I don’t think a first-time director can ask for something more than this! To have the film screened at the most celebrated film festival, is a tremendous high point in my life. The film’s screening at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival has vividly pushed the imagination of young film makers and has empowered them to dream bigger.”

Shariq Patel, CBO, Zee Studios, stated, “Zee Studios has always believed in the power of regional storytelling. With ‘Aatmapamphlet’s selection at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival we have affirmed our resolve to carve a niche for the Indian entertainment industry in the global circuit. We are proud to have added Marathi cinema to the lists of cinema-enthusiasts all over the world.”

Producer Aanand L Rai shared, “‘Aatmapamphlet,’ is a beautiful film and very dear to me as it marks my debut as a producer in the Marathi cinema. It has been an incredible experience working on this one. It is a feel-good movie and a heart-warming tale that shall leave you with a smile on your face. After all, cinema is all about amplifying human emotions on the silver screen and our film does that very well.”

Producer Bhushan Kumar, adds, “Aatmapamphlet exudes raw human emotions in the most simplified manner. I believe storytelling draws an immediate connection with the audiences when it’s humane. The film beautifully portrays the authenticity of India, especially Maharashtra! It is indeed a proud feeling to bring Indian culture into the global entertainment space.