Adarsh
Gourav,
the
versatile
actor
known
for
his
insightful
perspectives,
sheds
light
on
the
distinctive
dynamics
of
the
Malegaon
film
industry
through
his
involvement
in
Reema
Kagti's
upcoming
venture.
"Superman
of
Malegaon" delves
into
the
heart
of
this
vibrant
film
industry,
offering
audiences
an
intriguing
peek
behind
the
scenes.
Beyond
financial
gains,
Adarsh
recognizes
the
filmmakers' deep-rooted
passion
for
the
craft
and
their
genuine
love
for
cinema.
This
fervor
is
palpable
and
serves
as
a
driving
force
behind
their
creative
pursuits.
Being
a
part
of
"Superman
of
Malegaon" proved
to
be
an
invaluable
learning
experience
for
Adarsh
Gourav.
Immersed
in
the
world
of
Malegaon
film
industry,
he
gained
a
profound
understanding
of
its
unique
approach
to
filmmaking
and
the
unwavering
dedication
that
fuels
this
unconventional
yet
thriving
cinematic
landscape.
In
the
1990s,
Malegaon
filmmakers
initially
created
parodies
of
well-known
commercial
movies
like
Sholay,
Don,
Shaan
amongst
many
others.
Over
time,
there
was
a
shift
towards
crafting
original
narratives
set
in
Malegaon.
The
advent
of
the
YouTube
era
around
the
late
2000s
led
to
a
surge
in
filmmakers
establishing
their
own
channels.
Today,
Malegaon
boasts
numerous
thriving
channels
producing
10-15
minute
comedy
sketches
and
spoofs,
garnering
millions
of
views.
This
journey
of
storytelling
in
Malegaon
has
evolved
from
humble
makeshift
theaters
exclusively
featuring
Bollywood
films,
to
crafting
spoofs
of
popular
movies,
and
now
producing
content
released
on
YouTube.
It's
important
to
note
that
these
Malegaon
productions
are
not
full-length
feature
films,
but
rather
short
content
and
reels
on
YouTube.
Many
of
these
channels
have
amassed
millions
of
followers
on
platforms
like
YouTube
and
Instagram.
Recently,
traditional
theaters
have
reverted
to
showcasing
1990s-style
Bollywood
entertainment.
Numerous
smaller
theaters
and
video
parlors
have
shuttered,
leaving
only
a
few
larger
venues
actively
screening
new
Bollywood
releases
on
Fridays.
Adarsh
says,
"Malegaon's
filmmakers
have
a
unique
approach.
While
the
films
may
be
different,
they've
cracked
the
code
on
a
solid
business
model,
reaping
substantial
profits.
Beyond
the
numbers,
their
passion
for
cinema
shines
through,
making
each
project
a
labor
of
love.
Almost
all
their
films
make
money,
and
that
module
stems
from
the
industry
itself
which
has
mastered
the
art
of
understanding
and
delivering
authentically
truly
a
cinema
genre
that
is
their
own".
Reema
Kagti,
the
visionary
director
behind
"Superman
of
Malegaon",
skillfully
captures
the
essence
of
this
distinctive
film
industry,
offering
audiences
a
thought-provoking
and
engaging
cinematic
narrative.