Maharani (2025 film)
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| Gujarati | મહારાણી |
| Directed by | Viral Shah |
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| Produced by | Kumar Mangat Pathak Abhishek Pathak Pritesh Thakkar Madhu Sharma Viral Shah Murlidhar Chhatwani (Co Producer) Chandresh Bhanushali (Co Producer) Suchin Ahluwalia (Co Producer) Masumeh Makhija (Co Producer) |
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| Cinematography | Dhawalika Singh |
| Edited by | Viral Vajani |
| Music by | Parth Bharat Thakkar |
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| Distributed by | Panorama Studios |
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Running time | 143 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Gujarati |
Maharani [1] is a 2025 Gujarati family drama, directed by Viral Shah.[2] Starring Manasi Parekh,[3] Shraddha Dangar [4] Ojas Rawal, Sanjay Goradia and others. The film is a remake of the 2024 Marathi film Nach Ga Ghuma.[5]
Plot
A working mom and her witty housekeeper navigate their complex relationship while managing home and career. Their love-hate dynamic unfolds in this relatable comedy.[6]
Cast
- Manasi Parekh as Manasi
- Shraddha Dangar as Rani
- Ojas Rawal as Jignesh
- Sanjay Goradia as Rambo
- Kaushambi Bhatt as Kajal
- Binda Rawal as Pravina
- Dilip Rawal as Gordhan
- Surbhi Zaveri Vyas as Surbhi
- Tarjanee Bhadla as Charubala
- Kavin Jani as Kaushik
- Nilesh Pandya as Makwana
- Pranav Tripathi as Pranav
Soundtrack
| Maharani | |||||
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| Released | 2025 | ||||
| Recorded | 2025 | ||||
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | ||||
| Length | 13:03 | ||||
| Language | Gujarati | ||||
| Label | Panorama Music | ||||
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Tracklist
All lyrics are written by Humayun Makrani; all music is composed by Parth Bharat Thakkar.
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Maharani - Title Track[7]" | Humayun Makrani | Parth Bharat Thakkar | Manasi Parekh Jahnvi Shrimankar | 3:11 |
| 2. | "Mumbaiya Gujarati" | Humayun Makrani | Parth Bharat Thakkar | Parth Bharat Thakkar Viraj Ghelani | 2:58 |
| 3. | "Neendardi Re" | Humayun Makrani | Parth Bharat Thakkar | Jahnvi Shrimankar | 3:27 |
| 4. | "Neendardi Re (Male Version)" | Humayun Makrani | Parth Bharat Thakkar | Parth Bharat Thakkar | 3:27 |
| Total length: | 13:03 | ||||
Production
The film was shot in 19 days at various locations in Mumbai.[5]
Marketing and Releases
The film was announced on 25 April 2025 through social media. Its official poster was released on 1 July 2025, followed by the teaser on 2 July 2025.[8][9][10] The trailer was launched on 10 July 2025 on YouTube and social media platforms, coinciding with Mansi Parekh’s birthday.[11]
Reception
Maharani received a positive response from critics. Divya Bhaskar rated the film 3.5 out of 5, praising its unique subject and performances. Manasi Parekh and Shraddha Dangar were particularly noted for their roles, with Shraddha being described as the "soul of the film." The supporting cast, direction by Viral Shah, and background score by Parth Bharat Thakkar were also appreciated, although the film’s limited setting and visible sponsor placements were mentioned as drawbacks. [12]
See also
References
- ^ "ગુજરાતી ફિલ્મ 'મહારાણી'નું પોસ્ટર રિલીઝ:લીડ રોલમાં માનસી પારેખ-શ્રદ્ઘા ડાંગર, પહેલી ઓગસ્ટે થિયેટરમાં આવશે". Divya Bhaskar.
- ^ "PANORAMA STUDIOS JOINS HANDS WITH MONKEY GOD ENTERTAINMENT, SUMMIT STUDIOS & EKA ENTERTAINMENT TO PRODUCE MAHARANI, A GUJARATI SOCIAL COMEDY, DIRECTED BY VIRAL SHAH". The Wire.
- ^ "ગુI choose films where women have a voice: Manasi Parekh". Times of India.
- ^ "'મહારાણી'ના તાજ માટે 1લી ઑગસ્ટે સાથે લડત આપશે માનસી પારેખ અને શ્રદ્ધા ડાંગર". Gujarati Midday.
- ^ a b "અમારી ફિલ્મની અસલી 'મહારાણી' તો સંજયભાઈ ને ઓજસ જ છે: હવે મુંબઈ કરતાં ગુજરાતમાં વધુ સારી ભેળપુરી મળે છે, માત્ર 19 દિવસમાં શૂટિંગ પૂરું કર્યું". Divya Bhaskar. 1 August 2025. Retrieved 4 August 2025.
- ^ "Maharani". IMDb.
- ^ "'અમરેલીથી અમરિકામાં રાજ એનું ચાલે...':ગુજરાતી ફિલ્મ 'મહારાણી'નું ટાઇટલ ટ્રેક રિલીઝ, માનસી પારેખ ને શ્રદ્ધા ડાંગર જોવાં મળ્યાં". Divya Bhaskar. 17 July 2025. Retrieved 17 July 2025.
- ^ "કોણ છે ઘરની 'મહારાણી'? માનસી પારેખ અને શ્રદ્ધા ડાંગરની ગુજરાતી ફિલ્મનું ધમાકેદાર ટીઝર રિલીઝ". Gujarati Midday.
- ^ "ગુજરાતી ફિલ્મ 'મહારાણી'નું ટીઝર રિલીઝ:ગુજરાતી એક્ટ્રેસ માનસી પારેખ-શ્રદ્ધા ડાંગરની જુગલજોડી ચાહકોને મોજ કરાવશે". Divya Bhaskar.
- ^ "Maharani - Official Teaser". Times of India.
- ^ "Manasi Parekh celebrates her birthday with the trailer release of her new film Maharani: It is like a double celebration". The Times of India. 10 July 2025. Retrieved 10 July 2025.
- ^ "મહારાણી:કોમેડી, ઇમોશન ને ડ્રામાનું પર્ફેક્ટ મેચિંગ; શ્રદ્ધા ડાંગરે સુપર્બ એક્ટિંગથી દર્શકોના દિલ જીતી લીધા". Divya Bhaskar. 3 August 2025. Retrieved 4 August 2025.