Shashank Arora Opens Up On Choosing Superboys of Malegaon, Working With Reema Kagti & More

Actor Shashank Arora, known for his discerning choice of roles, will soon be seen in "Superboys of Malegaon." He emphasises his preference for stories that have depth and meaning over those that are merely commercially viable. "Always looking for stories with a soul over salability and those who love telling them," he stated when discussing his criteria for selecting roles.

The trailer for 'Superboys of Malegaon' was released on Friday. The film features Adarsh Gourav and Vineet Kumar Singh alongside Shashank. Set in the small town of Malegaon, Maharashtra, the movie narrates a tale of dreams, friendship, and filmmaking, inspired by the real-life events of Nasir Sheikh.

Collaboration with Reema Kagti

Shashank expressed his admiration for director Reema Kagti, describing her as a filmmaker with exceptional clarity. "Reema is a powerful filmmaker and comes with all the clarity any actor could hope for. My second time with her after 'Made In Heaven' and it's been an incredible experience. Can't wait for you to watch the film," he added.

The film is produced by Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar, and Reema Kagti under Excel Entertainment and Tiger Baby banners. Varun Grover has penned the script while Reema Kagti directs it.

Upcoming Premieres

'Superboys of Malegaon' is set to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 13. Following this, it will be screened at the BFI London Film Festival on October 10. The film is scheduled to release in theatres in January 2025 and will later be available for streaming on Prime Video.

Shashank's career began with a supporting role in "Myoho" in 2012. He gained recognition with his performance in "Titli" (2014) and continued to build his reputation with films like "Brahman Naman" (2016) and "Lipstick Under My Burkha" (2017). His portrayal of Shaad Amritsari in Nandita Das' "Manto" (2018) further solidified his standing as a versatile actor.

In 2019, Shashank appeared in the series "Made In Heaven" and played Salman Khan's brother in the film "Bharat." His diverse roles reflect his commitment to choosing projects that offer substantial narratives.

Shashank Arora's dedication to meaningful storytelling continues to shape his career choices. With 'Superboys of Malegaon,' he once again aligns himself with a project that promises depth and authenticity.