The Poster of Sujay Dahake’s “Tujhya Aaila” Launched at IFFI!

Marathi cinema continues to break boundaries, and #SujaySDahake’s latest film, ‘Tujhya Aaila’, is no exception. Known for his bold storytelling in films like ‘Shala’, ‘Phuntroo’, and ‘#ShyamchiAai’, Sujay once again takes a daring leap into uncharted territory with this powerful exploration of verbal abuse and its impact on society. The much-anticipated poster of ‘Tujhya Aaila’ was recently unveiled at the prestigious International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, creating waves of curiosity and excitement.

Presented by Suunil Jaiin, Prakash Films, Prashant Behera and One Stop Media, ‘Tujhya Aaila’ is produced under the banner of Pune Film Company and Cult Digital. The film is produced by Suunil Jaiin, Aditya Joshi, Sujay S. Dahake, Ashwini Paranjape and co-produced by Meghana Pramanik, Debashish Pramanik, Rajesh Singh and Ankit Chndiramani. The tagline, “Shivi Nai Khelcha Naa Hi Te,” translates the film’s central idea: verbal abuse is not a game—it’s a matter of great consequence. The film’s story revolves around the emotional lives of children and their encounters with verbal abuse, often disguised as playful banter. This theme is especially relevant in today’s world, where online trolling has amplified verbal violence to alarming levels. Words can wound as deeply as physical blows, and the film challenges us to reconsider how casually we use language that can leave lasting scars.

As the director, Sujay Dahake explains, “Verbal abuse has always fascinated and troubled me. It’s normalised in our culture, yet its impact is profound. Especially troubling is how much of it is directed at mothers—a figure of love and respect—making us question the roots of such language. Through this film, I want to start a conversation about the power of words and the damage they can do, both offline and in the digital space.” Having already made its mark on the festival circuit, the film has received significant recognition. It was included in the Indian Panorama selection and won the Special Jury Award at the Pune International Film Festival. Additionally, it earned accolades for Best Cinematography and the Audience Choice Award, highlighting the film’s technical brilliance and emotional resonance.

With a talented cast featuring Rajshree Deshpande, Rohini Hattangadi, Sambhaji Bhagat and a group of promising child actors, ‘Tujhya Aaila’ promises to be a cinematic experience that is as thought-provoking as it is visually compelling. ‘Tujhya Aaila’ is not just a film—it’s a social statement, urging us to reconsider the way we communicate and the unintended harm our words can cause. By bringing attention to verbal violence, both in the playground and online, the film serves as a powerful reminder of the responsibility we all carry in shaping a kinder, more empathetic society.

By Keerti Kadam