| Navra Maza Navsacha 2 | |
| Director: | Sachin Pilgaonkar |
| Producer: | Sachin Pilgaonkar |
| Starring: | |
| Cinematography: | Parag Deshmukh Nitin Bandekar |
| Editing: | Faizal Mahadik |
| Music: | Jitendra Kulkarni Raviraj Vijay Koltharkar |
| Studio: | Sushriya Chitra[1] |
| Runtime: | 143 minutes |
| Country: | India |
| Language: | Marathi |
| Budget: | [2] |
| Gross: | [3] |
Navra Maza Navsacha 2 is a 2024 Indian Marathi-language comedy-drama film directed and produced by Sachin Pilgaonkar. A sequel to the 2004 film Navra Maza Navsacha, it features Hemal Ingle and Swapnil Joshi as the daughter and son-in-law of Sachin and Supriya Pilgaonkar. The film also stars Ashok Saraf, Siddharth Jadhav, and Nirmiti Sawant in supporting roles.[4]
The film was theatrically released on 20 September 2024, the film earned ₹24 crore and emerged as the second highest-grossing Marathi film of 2024.
Nineteen years after fulfilling their sacred vow, Bhakti (Supriya Pilgaonkar) and Vacky (Sachin) are living a peaceful life with their daughter Shraddha (Hemal Ingle). Every year, they follow a cherished family tradition of immersing a Ganesh idol on the shores of Ganpatipule. Shraddha, now deeply in love with Lamby (Swapnil Joshi), has her relationship blessed by her parents. Bhakti and Vacky, wanting to include Lamby in their family customs, ask him to partake in the yearly Ganesh idol immersion. However, Lamby, an atheist, refuses, by leaving Bhakti and Vacky heartbroken. This decision causes tension, with Shraddha contemplating ending their relationship. But unexpected events compel Lamby to reconsider his stance.
As tensions ease, Shraddha reveals that she, like her mother, had made a vow. This vow requires Lamby to make a pilgrimage to Ganpatipule temple, but under the shocking condition that he must go unclothed. As this revelation unfolds, the situation spirals into chaos during their train journey. Unbeknownst to them, Sabu Kaalia (Vaibhav Mangle), the notorious brother of Babu Kaalia, and his gang are tracking their every move, as they have hidden valuable diamonds inside their Ganesh idol. What follows is a series of unexpected twists that turn their spiritual journey into a thrilling adventure.
On 5 February 2024, Sachin Pilgaonkar officially announced the sequel.[8] Filming commenced on 7 February 2024 in Konkan, Maharashtra.[9] [10] The release date for the sequel was revealed on 20 July 2024.[11] Production and dubbing were concluded in July 2024.[12] [13] Navra Maza Navsacha 2 was shot in Ratnagiri and various other locations within Konkan, Maharashtra. Siddharth Jadhav and Swapnil Joshi completed their dubbing sessions in July 2024.[14]
The first single, "Dam Dam Dam Dam Damru Vaje," was released on 12 August 20, sung by Adarsh Shinde.[15] The second track, "Supari Phutali", came out on 7 September 2024, featuring vocals by Sonu Nigam, Janavi Prabhu Arora, and Sandeep Ubale.[16] The lyrical video of "Bharud" is released on 20 September 2024.[17]
The film is scheduled to be theatrically released on 20 September 2024 across Maharashtra and Amazon Prime on November 11, 2024[18] [19] The film was released outside Maharashtra in Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Belgaum. Additionally, with support from the North American Film Association, it premiered in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.[20]
The first poster was launched on 5 August 2024.[21] A promo featuring Ashok Saraf was released on 19 July 2024 with the release date being announced the next day.[22] The release date was announced on 20th July. The teaser was released on 15 August 2024 coinciding Independence Day.[23]
Mihir Bhanage of The Times of India rated 3.0/5 and highlights that Navra Maza Navsacha 2 is a lighthearted, family-oriented comedy that leans heavily on situational humor and punchlines, reminiscent of classic Marathi comedies. While the film delivers wholesome entertainment and appeals to nostalgia, it suffers from repetitive jokes and some inconsistencies in character introductions. The standout performances, especially by Sachin Pilgaonkar and Swapnil Joshi, elevate the film.[24] Chinmay Jagtap of Sakal rated 2.5/5 and point out that Navra Maza Navsacha 2 is a highly anticipated family comedy that succeeds primarily due to its strong performances from a talented cast. He note that the film tells a relatable story about a vow, featuring the nostalgic element of traveling by Konkan Railway. While it may not fully compare to the first film, it offers humor that appeals to a typical Marathi audience. Jagtap recommends it as an enjoyable movie for families, highlighting its entertainment value and cultural relevance.[25]
The film earned ₹2.25 crore on its opening day and worldwide grossed ₹9.5 crore over its first weekend, while the India net collection is ₹7.84 crore.[26] [27] The film collected ₹14.36 crore in its first week.[28] On its tenth day, the film collections totaled ₹18.57 crore.[29] The film grossed ₹24 crore by the fourth week.