4 Marathi films selected for 2025 Cannes Film Festival reveals Maharashtra cultural affairs minister Ashish Shelar

2025 Cannes Film Festival to premiere four Marathi films

The Cannes Film Festival 2025 is all set to be held in May in France. However, four Marathi films have reportedly been selected to premiere during the event.

According to PTI, Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar revealed on Sunday that four Marathi films have been selected for the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.

During a recent press conference, Shelar revealed that a panel of experts chosen by the Maharashtra Film, Theatre and Cultural Development Corporation made the selections. He said, “It is a matter of recognition that Sthal, Snow Flower and Khalid Ka Shivaji have been officially selected, while 'Juna Furniture' has received a special screening slot.”

Shelar added, “Since 2016, the corporation has been sending Marathi films to the Cannes film market to build global exposure and connect with international audiences.” The minister also talked about the films.

He shared that Sthal is inspired by the real social issues and revolves around the arranged marriage traditions in rural India. Shelar said, "The film presents a narrative rooted in real social settings, and its presence at the Cannes speaks of the relevance of Marathi cinema."

Meanwhile, the film Snow Flower bridges Russian and Konkan cultures through a story that spans different lands. Directed by Gajendra Ahire, the film is set in Siberia and the Konkan region.

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The minister talked about the film, “This film brings a unique perspective, and its selection shows how diverse stories from Maharashtra can find space at global platforms.”

Shelar further elaborated about the remaining two films, "The film highlights the thoughts of young minds and their quest for identity in today's society." He added about Juna Furniture, "The film sheds light on the reality of ageing and how it affects relationships within families, which resonates universally and deserves the platform Cannes offers.”

For the unversed, Khalid Ka Shivaji follows a boy named Khalid, who is isolated by his peers because of his religion, yet he finds inspiration from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Meanwhile, directed and acted by Mahesh Manjrekar, Juna Furniture focuses on the challenges faced by senior citizens.

With the inputs from PTI