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Jio Studios releases a teaser for Khashaba on January 1, 2027

By Kajal Sharma - 02 Jul 2026 04:29 PM

In collaboration with Jio Studios, the formidable force behind recent historic blockbusters like the Dhurandhar duology and Raja Shivaji, visionary director Nagraj Manjule returns to the director's chair after his National Award-winning masterpiece Fandry and his ground-breaking phenomenon Sairat (2016).The renowned composer pair Ajay-Atul created the magnificent musical soundtrack for Khashaba. The principal actor portraying Khashaba, who is a fantastic new find to bring the iconic wrestling figure to life on the big screen, is one extremely well-kept secret. His face is likewise hidden in the teaser, laying the stage for an eagerly awaited unveiling in the near future. Some of the best actors in the business, including Jitendra Joshi, Mahesh Manjrekar, Girish Kulkarni, Vaibhav Mangale, Chhaya Kadam, and Gargee Kulkarni, anchor this intriguing new face. Produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Gargee Kulkarni and directed by Nagraj Manjule, Khashaba is presented by Jio Studios and Aatpat Productions.

Jio Studios, in collaboration with Aatpat Productions, has unveiled the official teaser of Khashaba, an upcoming Marathi biographical sports drama directed by Nagraj Manjule. The film pays tribute to Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav, Independent India's first individual Olympic medal winner, who won a bronze medal in freestyle wrestling at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics.The teaser showcases the world of traditional Indian wrestling (akharas) and highlights Khashaba Jadhav's inspiring journey against all odds.

The identity of the actor portraying Khashaba has been deliberately kept under wraps, adding to the anticipation surrounding the film.
Produced by Jio Studios and Aatpat Productions, the film features music by the renowned composer duo Ajay–Atul and stars an ensemble cast including Jitendra Joshi, Mahesh Manjrekar, Girish Kulkarni, Vaibhav Mangale, Chhaya Kadam, and Gargee Kulkarni. The movie is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on January 1, 2027.

 

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