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The trailer for Sundance award-winning film Sabar Bonda has been released. This marks the first Indian fiction feature to win the prestigious Grand Jury Prize at Sundance. The film follows a man reconnecting with his roots during a mourning ritual. It's produced by Rana Daggubati's Spirit Media and directed by Rohan Parashuram Kanawade.

Key Points: Sundance Winner Sabar Bonda Trailer Released by Rana Daggubati

  • First Indian fiction film to win Sundance Grand Jury Prize
  • Follows city-dweller Anand on a 10-day mourning ritual
  • Reconnects with childhood friend facing societal pressures
  • Set against the rugged landscape of western India
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Sundance Film Festival awardee 'Sabar Bonda' trailer out

Watch the trailer for Sabar Bonda, the first Indian fiction feature to win the Sundance Grand Jury Prize, produced by Rana Daggubati's Spirit Media.

"Sabar Bonda is a tender yet powerful film, deeply rooted in its characters while speaking to something universal - Rana Daggubati"

Mumbai, September 1

The first Indian fiction feature to win the World Cinema Grand Jury Prize: Dramatic at Sundance Film Festival, titled 'Sabar Bonda' (Cactus Pears), has unveiled its official trailer on Monday.

'Sabar Bonda (Cactus Pears)' is written and directed by Rohan Parashuram Kanawade and will hit Indian theatres via Rana Daggubati's production studio Spirit Media.

According to Variety, the movie is set against the rugged landscape of western India. It follows Anand, a city-dweller dealing with personal loss and family pressures, as he undertakes a 10-day mourning ritual in his ancestral village.

There, he reconnects with Balya, a childhood friend facing similar societal expectations. The cast includes Bhushaan Manoj, Suraaj Suman and Jayshri Jagtap.

Lotus Visual Productions shared the trailer of the film on YouTube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Z38Q_XT4Ow

'Sabar Bonda' is a tender yet powerful film, deeply rooted in its characters while speaking to something universal," said Daggubati as quoted by Variety.

"Winning the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance is a landmark moment for the film and for Indian cinema at large. With 'Sabar Bonda,' Rohan has delivered a remarkable debut," added Daggubati as quoted by Variety.

The film is produced by Neeraj Churi (U.K.), Mohamed Khaki (Canada), Kaushik Ray (U.K.), Naren Chandavarkar (India), Sidharth Meer (India) and Hareesh Reddypalli (India), with co-producer Neha Kaul and actor Jim Sarbh, plus associate producer Rajesh Parwatkar.

Vikas Urs served as cinematographer, with editing by Anadi Athaley and sound design by Anirban Borthakur and Naren Chandavarkar.

Sachin Lovalekar designed costumes, while Himanshu Kamble handled colour grading.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Finally some authentic Indian storytelling getting global recognition! Sundance award is huge! Hope this encourages more regional cinema to get international platforms.
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Arjun K
The premise sounds so relatable - city life pressures vs ancestral roots. The 10-day mourning ritual aspect is intriguing. Hope they've handled the cultural nuances well.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see Rana Daggubati backing such content-driven cinema. Good to see mainstream actors supporting indie projects. The trailer has a beautiful, melancholic vibe.
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Vikram M
While I appreciate the international recognition, I hope the film doesn't cater too much to Western sensibilities. Sometimes our festival films lose their authentic Indian soul trying to appeal globally.
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Nikhil C
The cast looks promising - fresh faces always bring authenticity to such stories. Hope this gets a proper theatrical release across India, not just limited screens.

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