TOP MARATHI MOVIES that are a must watch on Zee5 !! (Genre - Drama)

From the early days of Indian cinema, if there is one industry that has shown a dramatic evolution in terms of concepts and acting, it has to be the Marathi film industry. In fact, this is the industry that has given us the best of cinema in the form of movies like Sairat, Natrang and Fandry, and many more. Not just in India, there is also a roar about these movies worldwide and that’s what makes my heart swell with pride. These are those typical artsy free Marathi movies, so we suggest you watch it and you are sure to fall in love with them. Keep reading on to know more. 

1. Dambis: Mainly directed by Makarand Anaspure who also plays the lead character in it. The story always centers around Dattu, a wannabe actor who is hired to pose as the grandfather of a little child whose parents are too busy to spend any time with him. So, with his excellent comic timing and script, he successfully shows the issues of a modern nuclear family.

2. Shwaas: This movie was also India’s official entry to the 2004 Oscars. The story is about an old man’s struggle to accept the reality that the only way to save his grandson is at the cost of his eyesight. A movie after seen that will kept always leave you in tears with Shri Arun Nalawde’s beautiful dialogues and acting. At the same time, it will teach you how to have a positive outlook on life. 

3, Mi Shivaji Raje Bhosle Boltoy: Like most of the Maharashtrians who mainly feel like they are losing their identity in the state, here is the story of a man who felt the same way. Mr. Dinkar Bhonsle, played by Sachin Khedekar feels that Mumbai is losing its respect and dignity but soon realizes, that it’s not just other communities responsible for it, Maharashtrians are equally to be blamed for this situation. The movie is about how the ideals of Shivaji Maharaj drive him to create a change. 

4, Yashwantrao Chavan: This is a biopic drama film on the legendary leader starring Ashok Lokhande, Om Bhutkar, Lubna Salim, and Nana Patekar. The film is mainly based on the life and journey of the former Chief Minister of Maharashtra. There is always a lot to know about Maharashtra and its people and his story is one such that cannot be missed. 

5. Anumati: Vikram Gokhale is one of the finest actors the Marathi industry is blessed with and we make it a point to not miss a single movie of his. This is mainly a story of a man who goes pillar to post and does everything possible to arrange funds in order to save his wife’s life who is on life support. The movie shows his helplessness but it also highlights the love of senior citizens which we rarely get to see these days. Vikram Gokhale also won the National Award for his stunning acting in the movie.

So, these free Marathi movies streaming on Zee5 are eye-soothing and will keep you entertained all the while.