Jogwa

A very good Marathi movie. Everybody should once watch. Great work by upendra.

Jogwa is begging for alms. The tradition is followed in some parts of rural Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. There people are the followers of Goddess Renuka or Yellamma (same person with different names in different regions). The person who beg for alms are devotees of the goddess who are given up by their families in the service of the goddess. These people form a cult and beg for alms and give performances in fairs.

This is a story of two fictional people in this real life cult. The performances by both the leads are superb. The music is great. Above all the story is so heart wrenching that you tear up constantly. A must watch film.

Before I start, Let me tell you, I don't write reviews generally because I think it is time consuming and not worth it. But when it comes to appreciating some great piece of art like this, I felt I should take some time and do the needful. You must have understood that I am going to praise this movie. You are right! This is one of the best movies I have seen including all the amazing Hollywood/Bollywood flicks. Story is new, dark, and extremely focused and does not lose the track at any point. The acting department holds some incredibly talented Marathi actors especially the lead actors Upendra Limaye and Mukta Barve. This is the best I have seen from Upendra. Direction is quite good. The locations and camera angles create the necessary darkness required by the storyline. At the same time shows some beautiful situations to support the love story. In the end, one cannot forget the biggest contribution - Music. Ajay-Atul has done an awe- inspiring job. I will recommend this movie to everyone any day!

Its been more than a year since this movie is released ,, But I never got time to watch this film , but today finally saw this amazing cinema , & I was Surprised by this movie ,, Y I missed this Movie when all India n even world saw this movie .. Excellent Acting , Direction ,Story & heart touching music by Ajay - atul.Upendra Limaye and Mukta Barve has done very good and Breath-taking acting in Jogwa . And If u have doubt about it ,,It has 5 National awards ,, got 37 awards before releasing commercially And got Best film in International Film Festival .. so I have nothing to say more ,, If u haven't seen this movie yet ,, please buy DVD today n watch this movie ,, Highly Recommended !!

* Rajeev *

This film really moved me. The most apt portrayal of a jogta/ jogtin and the malpractices that go on in the tradition. Beautiful story, stellar performances by each and every character make this film an absolute masterpiece. Hats off to the writers, director Rajiv Patil, and of course Mukta Barve and Upendra Limaye, without whom, this might not have been, what it is. Also, great music by Ajay-Atul. If you're thinking whether or not to watch this film, just go for it. You'll get a new perspective towards your life. Extremely inspiring!!!