Actor Adarsh Gourav, known for his compelling performances in films and web series across the globe, is set to return to the big screen after eight years with his upcoming film Superboys of Malegaon. Produced by Zoya Akhtar and Excel Entertainment and directed by the visionary Reema Kagti, the film is scheduled for a theatrical release on February 28, 2025.
Adarsh, who was last seen in Kho Gaye Hum Kahan which released on Netflix, expressed his overwhelming joy at prospect of returning to cinemas after his last theatrical release, Rukh, in October 2017. In Rukh, he shared the screen with Manoj Bajpayee, and now, in Superboys of Malegaon, he essays the lead as he steps into the shoes of Nasir Shaikh, a real-life filmmaker from Malegaon famous for creating spoofs of Bollywood and Hollywood films. The movie also stars Vineet Kumar Singh, Shashank Arora, and other talented actors.
Reflecting on this he further added , "It feels great to have a theatrical release after eight years. The big screen has a magic of its own, and I’m thrilled that ‘Superboys of Malegaon’ will bring me back to cinemas. When I first heard the story and learned about Nasir Shaikh’s journey, I was instantly drawn to it. Malegaon’s film industry has a unique charm, driven purely by passion, and stepping into this world as Nasir has been one of the most exhilarating experiences of my career. Superboys of Malegaon isn’t just a film; it’s a celebration of cinema made with heart and humor. I can’t wait for the audience to experience it in theatres on February 28, 2025."
He further adds, "Between 2017 and now, I have been fortunate to work on some incredible projects—whether it was The White Tiger, Extrapolations, Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, or web series like Guns & Gulaabs, Leila. However, all of them found their audience through OTT platforms or digital platforms. While I absolutely love the reach of digital platforms, there’s something about watching a story unfold on the big screen, hearing the audience react together, and feeling that collective energy that makes it so special”.