Mrunal Thakur Introduces Adivi Sesh to Marathi Dialogues and Culture
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Mumbai, March 25 (NationPress) Bollywood star Mrunal Thakur recently embraced her Marathi heritage, taking the opportunity to teach her ‘Dacoit’ co-star Adivi Sesh some essential Marathi phrases. She guided him in imitating famous dialogues and songs from Marathi cinema.
In a fun video shared on her social media, Mrunal turns the camera towards Adivi as she imparts a quick Marathi lesson.
She teaches him expressions like “kay re tu?”, “chomdi”, and “ikde ye,” while he humorously attempts to replicate them.
To elevate the fun, she challenges him to reenact the title track from the Marathi classic ‘Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi’.
She also prompts him to recite the iconic line, “Aacharya chi baayko vedi kaay,” originally performed by the legendary actor Ashok Saraf in the film.
This joyful exchange is believed to be happening on the sets of their upcoming film Dacoit, where the two are currently collaborating.
Mrunal, who originates from Maharashtra, has frequently expressed her admiration for Marathi culture, coming from a Maharashtrian family based in Dhule.
The film Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi, released in 1988, is celebrated as one of the most beloved Marathi comedies.
It featured renowned actors like Ashok Saraf, Laxmikant Berde, Sachin Pilgaonkar, and Siddharth Ray, alongside Supriya Pilgaonkar and Nivedita Saraf.
Even after decades, this film remains a cult favorite in Marathi cinema, known for its humor and stellar performances.
Regarding Mrunal and Adivi Sesh, their chemistry on and off-screen is evident as they share delightful moments.
The film Dacoit marks the directorial debut of Shaneil Deo. This ambitious project is produced by Supriya Yarlagadda, co-produced by Suniel Narang, and presented by Annapurna Studios. Notably, it is being shot in both Hindi and Telugu.
The story and screenplay of Dacoit are crafted collaboratively by Adivi Sesh and Shaneil Deo. The film is set for a grand pan-India theatrical release on April 10, 2026.