Manoj Bajpayee Reflects on 2 Years of ‘Gulmohar’: Timeless Stories Live Within Us

Synopsis

Manoj Bajpayee commemorates two years of his film Gulmohar, emphasizing how some stories become part of our lives. The film, celebrated for its depth and narrative, has won multiple awards and resonates with audiences, reflecting family dynamics and generational transitions.

Key Takeaways

Manoj Bajpayee celebrates 2 years of Gulmohar.
The film has become an integral part of his life.
Gulmohar won multiple National Awards.
It explores multi-generational family dynamics.
Sharmila Tagore made her return after 13 years.

Mumbai, March 3 (NationPress) Acclaimed actor Manoj Bajpayee took to social media to mark the two-year anniversary of his film “Gulmohar.”

In a touching post, he expressed that some narratives are eternal; they evolve and integrate into your being, and Gulmohar embodies this sentiment. On his Instagram account, Manoj shared a collection of images and stated, “#2YearsOfGulmohar and this film continues to feel like home. Some stories don’t fade, they grow and become a part of you. #Gulmohar is among them. From winning the hearts of viewers to garnering multiple National Awards and other distinguished honors, this journey for our entire team has been remarkable.”

He further remarked, “A huge shoutout to our director @rahulchittella and writer #ArpitaMukherjee for crafting this narrative with such depth and sincerity, and to everyone who brought it to fruition. Most importantly, to the audience who welcomed it and discovered a piece of themselves within it.”

“Gulmohar,” penned and helmed by Rahul V. Chittella, features Sharmila Tagore, Simran, Suraj Sharma, Amol Palekar, and Kaveri Seth, among others. The film premiered on Disney+ Hotstar on March 3, 2023. It was showcased in the 54th IFFI Indian Panorama mainstream section. The plot revolves around a family drama that delves into the complexities of a multi-generational family set to leave their 34-year-old residence. It also marked Sharmila Tagore’s return to the screen after a 13-year hiatus.

At the 70th National Film Awards, Gulmohar received several prestigious distinctions, including Best Feature Film in Hindi, Best Screenplay (Dialogues) for Mukherjee and Chittella, and a Special Mention for Feature Film to Manoj Bajpayee.

Previously, in an interview with IANS, Bajpayee discussed the film being nominated for three accolades at the National Film Awards. He remarked, “I am extremely happy for my director and feel immense pride that Gulmohar is recognized with three awards! This film holds a uniquely special place in my heart.”