The much-anticipated Marathi film Aata Vel Zaali, starring veteran actors Rohini Hattangadi and Dilip Prabhavalkar, has officially made its OTT debut, giving audiences a chance to watch the poignant drama from the comfort of their homes. Known for bringing together two stalwarts of Indian theatre and cinema, the film has generated interest for its emotionally rich storytelling and powerful performances. It is streaming on Ultra Jhakaas.
About Aata Vel Zaali
Aata Vel Zaali explores themes of ageing, companionship, and the unspoken realities faced by elderly couples in modern society. The film takes a sensitive look at the later stages of life, focusing on emotional dependence, changing relationships, and the quiet struggles that often go unnoticed. Rohini Hattangadi and Dilip Prabhavalkar, both widely respected for their nuanced acting, bring depth and authenticity to their characters, making the narrative feel deeply personal and relatable.
What is the Aata Vel Zaali story?
Aata Vel Zaali centres around an older, healthy duo, Shashidhar and Ranjana, who choose to end their lives willingly (active euthanasia) instead of waiting to suffer from illness, helplessness, or reliance on others. They desire a respectful departure while still having control over their lives, igniting a philosophical debate about the right to die.
Cast and characters
The psychological drama ensembles a talented cast including Dilip Prabhavalkar as Shashidhar Lele, Rohini Hattangadi as Ranjana Lele, Shivraj Waichal as Young Shashidhar Lele, Bhagyashree Limaye as Young Ranjana Lele, Jaywant Wadkar as neighbour, Abhinav Patekar, Bharat Dabholkar as newspaper editor, Guru Thakur as advocate, and Smita Tambe, among others. The film is inspired by a true incident, which explores the controversial topic of euthanasia.
Behind the making of Aata Vel Zaali
The film is written and directed by Ananth Mahadevan and Mahendra Patil. It is produced by Dinesh Bansal, G K Agrawal, and Ananth Mahadevan under the banner of Imagine Entertainment and Media and Ananth Mahadevan Films. The cinematography is done by Pradeep Khanvilkar, and Sanjoy Chowdhury has composed the music of the film.
