Sairat: The Marathi Film That Broke Barriers With Brutal Climax & 110 Crore Earnings

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News18•11-02-2026, 17:40
Sairat: The Marathi Film That Broke Barriers With Brutal Climax & 110 Crore Earnings
- •Sairat, a Marathi film released in 2016, created a stir with its realistic portrayal of caste discrimination and a brutal climax.
- •Despite a modest 4 crore budget, it earned a record-breaking 110 crores, becoming the highest-grossing Marathi film.
- •Directed by Nagraj Manjule, the film stars Rinku Rajguru (Archi) and Akash Thosar (Parshya), with Rinku winning a National Award for her debut performance.
- •The story follows the inter-caste love of Archi and Parshya, their escape to Hyderabad, and the harsh realities they face.
- •Known for its strong female character (Archi) and subtle depiction of caste, the film's overwhelming climax leaves a lasting impact.
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