Sundance

Groundbreaking Marathi Film ‘Sabar Bonda’ Set for Indian Release Following Sundance Triumph

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MUMBAI, India — The highly anticipated Marathi film “Sabar Bonda” is set to hit theaters across India on September 19. Directed by Rohan Parashuram Kanawade, the film has already garnered significant acclaim, having won the Grand Jury Prize—the top award at the Sundance Film Festival 2025. It is distributed by Rana Daggubati’s Spirit Media. Out of approximately 17,000 entries worldwide, “Sabar Bonda” was the only feature from India to compete at Sundance, marking a significant milestone as the first Marathi-language film to ever grace the festival’s screens. This achievement highlights the film’s unique narrative and … Read more

Marathi Film ‘Sabar Bonda’ Set to Captivate Indian Audiences After Sundance Win

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New Delhi, India — A new feature film titled “Sabar Bonda,” directed by Rohan Parashuram Kanawade, is set to make its theatrical debut nationwide on September 19. The film has already achieved significant recognition on the international stage by winning the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival in 2025, marking a notable accomplishment for Indian cinema. “Sabar Bonda” distinguished itself as the sole Indian film in a competitive field of 17,000 global entries at the Sundance festival and made history as the first Marathi-language feature to be showcased there. This achievement highlights the … Read more

Controversy Rocks Sundance Sensation: Michael Shanks Defends ‘Together’ Against Copyright Claims

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PARK CITY, Utah — Michael Shanks soared to prominence after his feature debut “Together” garnered a stunning $17 million acquisition by Neon at the Sundance Film Festival. However, the success has been marred by a lawsuit alleging that the film’s concept was improperly lifted from an indie comedy titled “Better Half.” In a statement released Wednesday, the 34-year-old Australian writer-director expressed his distress over the accusations, emphasizing that “Together” is deeply inspired by his own experiences of love and loss. Shanks articulated his frustration, calling the claims not only upsetting but fundamentally false. “This story … Read more

“Atropia” Claims Top Honors at Sundance Film Festival, “Twinless” Wins Audience’s Heart

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Park City, Utah — As the Sundance Film Festival approaches its culmination this weekend, top honors have been awarded to standout films that have captured both jury and audience admiration. During a morning ceremony in the mountainous resort town, trophies were presented across various categories, celebrating the uniqueness and creative boldness that the festival is known for. In a dramatic turn of events, “Atropia,” directed by Hailey Gates, secured the prestigious U.S. Grand Jury Prize for dramatic features. This war satire stars Alia Shawkat in the role of an ambitious actress working at a military … Read more