Top 10 Must Watch Marathi Political Films

Politics has remained one of the most beloved genres in the film industry. Drawing inspiration from real life, various scandals, historical events, and personalities are often brought to life through cinema. Maharashtra is home to one of the most vibrant political cultures, therefore, it is no surprise that some of the best Political movies are made in Marathi. Here are the top 10 must-watch political films from the Marathi film industry.

1. Sarkarnama

This 1988 political drama, directed by Shrabani Deodhar Shrabani Deodhar is one of the top female director >> Read More... , features memorable and impactful performances from the two protagonists played by Dilip Prabhavalkar Well known Marathi theater actor Dilip Prabhawalka >> Read More... and Yashwant Dutt Yashwant Dutt played the role of the Chief Ministe >> Read More... . Sarkarnama delves into the politics and money matters revolving around political leaders and how it affects the poor and oppressed of society. The movie is a must-watch not only for its stellar performances but also for its political message.

2. Vazir

This 1994 film, directed by Sanjay Raval, portrays the lengths one is willing to go to secure political power. The film, starring Ashok Saraf Ashok Saraf was born on 4 June 1947. This popular >> Read More... , Vikram Gokhale Vikram Gokhale is one of the very promising actors >> Read More... , and Ashwini Bhave Ashwini Bhave is an Indian TV and film actress. Sh >> Read More... among others explore the cunningness of Purushottam, the protagonist, who fosters political ambitions and is strong-willed on achieving them by even marrying for political reasons. The film is raw and portrays how dirty politics and the race for power can be.

3. Sinhasan

Sinhasan, translated to “throne”, portrays the antics of the people in power during the 1970’s, drawing inspiration from real time politics. The movie is based on two novels written by journalist Arun Sadhu Arun Sadhu was a renowned Marathi writer and freel >> Read More... . The movie also deeply connected to the masses due to the song “Ushakkal hota hota” which conveys the sad reality of common people in a politically corrupt environment. The movie is directed by Dr. Jabbar Patel Dr. Jabbar Patel (born June 23, 1942, in Pandharpu >> Read More... and stars Arun Sarnaik This famous personality took birth on 4th October >> Read More... , Nilu Phule Nilu Phule is a renowned Marathi actor who predomi >> Read More... , and Dr. Shriram Lagoo Dr. Shriram Lagoo is an Indian actor who is known >> Read More... among others.

4. Saheb Story soon >> Read More...

Released in 2012, Saheb is a political satire that follows the story of the protagonist who is called ‘Saheb’ due to his status as a political leader. The movie follows the classical theme of Robin Hood Click to look into! >> Read More... where the hero steals from the rich and distributes it to the poor, taking the idea of justice in his own hands. The movie, starring Amol Kolhe, Mohan Joshi Mohan Joshi was born in 4th September 1945 on Bang >> Read More... and Ramesh Bhaktar among others, is a must watch for its smart and interesting plot.

5. Samna

Another classic political movie directed and written by Dr. Jabbar Patel, Samna is a movie that received wide spread positive reception. The movie, starring Mohan Agashe Mohan Agashe is a theater based actor who predomin >> Read More... , Nilu Phule and Shriram Lagoo among others, revolves around a drunkard and a sugar baron and the uncovering of what happened to a man named “Maruti Kamble”. The movie explores political support extended to rich businessmen and how it often covers up crimes and corruption. The movie is a must watch for its witty storyline and thought provoking portrayal of human nature.

6. Deool

Deool is a 2011 film directed by Umesh Vinayak Kulkarni Umesh Vinayak Kulkarni is a director predominantly >> Read More... and written by Girish Pandurang Kulkarni. The movie asks very important questions regarding spirituality, religion, and how it should be perceived, questions that hold great relevance in today’s political climate. The movie, starring Nana Patekar Nana Patekar is a popular Indian actor who was bor >> Read More... , Dilip Prabhawalkar, and Girish Kulkarni Girish Pandurang Kulkarni is very widely recognize >> Read More... , among others, explores the themes of commercialization and rural politics. This National Film Awards winner is a must watch Marathi movie.

7. Gharabaher

This 1999 political drama was directed by Sanjay Surkar Sanjay Surkar (19 August 1959 - 27 September 2012) >> Read More... and Prodiced by Ratan Madaan. The movie bagged 8 awards at the Maharashtra State Awards and two National Awards. Gharabaher revolves around a daughter who takes over her father’s position as an MLA and her realization of the evils of politics. The daughter sees herself as a political puppet. The political drama is a must watch for all political enthusiasts. The film stars Mohan Joshi, Sonali Kulkarni Sonali Kulkarni was born in the Marathi-speaking K >> Read More... and Sachin Khedekar Actor Sachin Khedekar is very much known to Indian >> Read More... among others.

8. Dhurala

Dhurala is a 2020 political film directed by Sameer Vidwans   Sameer Vidwans is an award-winning Marathi film >> Read More... . The movie takes place in a rural setting where elections are to be held for the title of village sarpanch, and what ensues is a game of politics between family, neighbors and the village. It shows how dirty politics can get, even ignoring family and loved ones. The movie was well received and the stellar cast and their performance make it a must-watch Marathi blockbuster.

9. Thackerey

Released in 2019, Thackeray is a biographical film portraying the life of Balasaheb Thackeray, who was the founder of Shiv Sena. The film stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui Nawazuddin Siddiqui was born in Budhana in Muzaffa >> Read More... as the titular Thackeray along with other prominent actors including Amrita Rao Amrita Rao was born on June 7, 1981 in Mumbai, Mah >> Read More... , Sanjay Narvekar Sanjay Narvekar is someone who is quite a prominen >> Read More... , and Prakash Belawadi Prakash Belawadi is a famous Indian journalist, ac >> Read More... among others. While the film received mix reviews from critics, the outstanding performances of the cast and the political history of the time should be enough reasons to watch the movie.

10. Dharmaveer: Mukkan Post Thane

Dharmaveer is a 2022 biographical political film starring Prasad Oak Prasad Oak is an Indian Film Actor, Writer, Direct >> Read More... as the protagonist. The movie follows the life of Anand Dighe, a Shiv Sena leader. The film also premiered on ZEE5 and received positive feedback from critics. The movie portrayed the beloved Shiv Sena leader and his early party days, where he joined after being inspired by Thackeray. The movie is a must watch for political enthusiasts and for those interested in history and common life of the people in Thane during Dighe’s days.