How Did Vikramaditya Motwane Feel About ‘Jugnuma’?

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Key Takeaways
- Vikramaditya Motwane praises ‘Jugnuma’ as a stunning cinematic experience.
- The film captivates with its magical realism and powerful performances.
- Prominent filmmakers attended the special screening, underscoring its significance.
- ‘Jugnuma’ is directed by Raam Reddy, highlighting new narratives in cinema.
- The film is set for a theatrical release on September 12, 2025.
Mumbai, Sep 9 (NationPress) Filmmaker and producer Vikramaditya Motwane, celebrated for works such as ‘Lootera’, ‘Udaan’, and ‘Jubilee’, has expressed his admiration for the film ‘Jugnuma’.
This magical realism drama features Manoj Bajpayee in the leading role. Following its exclusive screening prior to its theatrical debut, many prominent figures from Hindi parallel cinema flocked to the event, including some of the most distinguished filmmakers in Indian cinema.
Motwane described it as “a stunning film with remarkable performances and an enchanting atmosphere. Raam Reddy’s artistry never fails to resonate with me, and ‘Jugnuma’ instilled in me a profound desire to soar.”
The special screening was organized by Academy Award winner Guneet Monga Kapoor and Anurag Kashyap, who are also serving as Executive Producers for the film, which hits theaters on September 12 after a remarkable global festival circuit.
The guest list boasted industry giants such as Saeed Akhtar Mirza and Sudhir Mishra, alongside filmmakers like Vikramaditya Motwane, Abhishek Chaubey, Amar Kaushik, Vasan Bala, Advait Chandan, Ayappa KM, Nandita Das, Rima Das, Honey Trehan, Mozez Singh, Umesh Bist, Aditya Sarpotdar, Amit Joshi, and Shlok Sharma.
Many filmmakers left the screening deeply inspired by the cinematic journey. Rima Das shared, “I adored Jugnuma for its bravery, its lyrical expression, and its breathtaking magic realism. The performances lingered with me long after, which is the true essence of cinema. It’s uplifting to witness such films transcending boundaries and garnering support to reach broader audiences.”
Saeed Mirza remarked, “It was an utterly magnificent experience, incredibly cinematic, immensely powerful, and pure poetry on screen. What a film!”
‘Jugnuma’ is penned and directed by Raam Reddy. The film also features Deepak Dobriyal, Priyanka Bose, Tillotama Shome, Hiral Sidhu, and Awan Pookot.
Produced by Prspctvs Production in partnership with Maxmedia and Sikhya Entertainment, the film is being presented by Guneet Monga Kapoor and Anurag Kashyap. Distributed in India by Flip Films & Cinepolis, it is set to grace theaters on September 12, 2025.