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Anurag Kashyap-Backed Satire 'Dug Dug' Hits Indian Screens This May

Filmmaker Ritwik Pareek's festival-favorite satire "Dug Dug" is set for an Indian theatrical release on May 8. The film, inspired by true events, revolves around a village's belief that a deceased man's motorbike can grant wishes in exchange for prayers and alcohol. It is executive produced by prominent filmmakers Anurag Kashyap, Nikkhil Advani, Vikramaditya Motwane, and Vasan Bala. The film premiered globally at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2021.

Key Points: Dug Dug Release: Anurag Kashyap, Motwane Back Satire Film

  • Releasing in India on May 8
  • Inspired by true village events
  • Premiered at Toronto Film Festival 2021
  • Backed by top Indian filmmakers
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Anurag Kashyap, Nikkhil Advani, Vikramaditya Motwane's 'Dug Dug' to release in India this May

Ritwik Pareek's comedy mystery 'Dug Dug', backed by Anurag Kashyap & Vikramaditya Motwane, releases in India on May 8. Inspired by true events.

"I was blown away by Dug Dug, its storytelling, cinematography, and music - Anurag Kashyap"

Mumbai, April 23

After creating a lot of buzz in the global festival circuit, filmmaker Ritwik Pareek's comedy mystery satire "Dug Dug" will finally be released in India.

Jointly backed by Anurag Kashyap, Nikkhil Advani, Vikramaditya Motwane, and Vasan Bala as executive producers, the Indian audience will be able to witness the drama on May 8.

Inspired by true events, the film revolves around a strong belief in a village that a deceased man's motorbike grants wishes. However, the devotees are required to pray to the bike and also offer it alcohol.

Talking about "Dug Dug", Anurag Kashyap said, "I was blown away by Dug Dug, its storytelling, cinematography, and music".

"It was like a visual rave. I am stumped by the fact that this film hasn't released theatrically. That got the four of us together, along with Ranjan, to release it. Fingers crossed it will receive the same love," the 'Dev D maker added.

Vikramaditya Motwane shared, "Dug Dug is a fantastic and genuine Indian story about our society and our belief systems. Ritwik has told it with the perfect amount of irreverence and humour. I hope that the film can reach a wider audience."

Ritwik Pareek, who has also written the film, added, "We've waited a long time for this and finally it's happening. Not just happening, but happening with Anurag Kashyap, Vikramaditya Motwane, Nikkhil Advani and Vasan Bala coming on board, filmmakers I have grown up watching and learning from, which makes it very special for me. I feel grateful and eternally thankful for all the support they are giving, it means a lot."

The core cast of the drama includes stars Altaf Khan, Gaurav Soni, Yogendra Singh, and Durga Lal Saini.

Following its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2021, "Dug Dug" screened at many international platforms such as the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles, MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, and the International Film Festival of Kerala.

- IANS

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Priya S
Anurag Kashyap backing a satire on belief systems? That's gold! But I worry – our society takes things too literally. Hope people understand it's comedy, not mockery. Also, great to see Ritwik Pareek getting his due after TIFF premiere.
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Vikram M
Real Indian irony: We'll queue for hours to pray to a bike but won't wear helmets. 😅 The concept sounds hilarious – "offer alcohol to the bike" – peak desi logic. Motwane calling it "genuine Indian story" gives me hope it'll be smart, not just silly.
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Michael C
As an outsider looking in, this sounds fascinating! The concept of a "wish-granting motorcycle" is pure gold for satire. India's ability to blend spirituality with the absurd is unmatched. Looking forward to seeing this at my local indie theater.
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Kavya N
Love that this is backed by Kashyap, Advani, and Motwane – that's some serious indie cred. But I hope it doesn't become too niche or "film festival-y" for regular audiences. The "devotees offer alcohol" bit needs to be handled with care – satire, yes, but respect is key.
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Ravi K
Honestly, I'm tired of films that mock rural beliefs. Yes, some superstitions are funny, but villagers aren't cartoons. Hope "Dug Dug" has heart, not just laughs. The cast looks promising though – Altaf Khan is always solid. Let's see on May 8.

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