Aatmapamphlet
Aatmapamphlet is an Indian Marathi-language coming of age film directed by Ashish Avinash Bende in his debut. Screenplay is by Paresh Mokashi and cinematography is by Satyajit Shobha Sriram. The film is jointly produced by T-Series, Colour Yellow Productions and Zee Studios.
Atmapamplet was screened at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival, where nominated to compete for the Generation 14plus Award. The film was theatrically released on 6 October 2023.
Ashish Bende received the Best Debut Film Director award at the 71st National Film Awards.
Plot
Aatmapamphlet, a satirical biographical film, unveils 10-year-old Ashish in India of 1990s. His accidental hand-hold with Srushti sparks innocent love. Amidst socio-political shifts, the story navigates personal, familial, and societal transformations. Join Ashish's introspective quest for life's purpose, humorously presented through a child's eyes. A roller-coaster of soul-searching in a nostalgic tale.Cast
- Om Bendkhale as Ashish
- * Manas Tondwalkar as young Ashish
- Roomani Khare as Srishti
- * Pranjalii Shrikant as younger Srishti
- * Khushi Hajare as youngest Srishti
- Chetan Wagh as Borya
- Bhimrao Mude as Baba
- Ketaki Saraf as Aai
- Deepak Shirke as Aajoba
Production
Development
The film originated from the personal anecdotes shared by Ashish Avinash Bende, reflecting his experiences as a Dalit boy in Pune. Encouraged by Paresh Mokashi and Madhugandha Kulkarni, Bende translated these stories into a script, spurred by an ultimatum from Kulkarni.Bende drew inspiration from his own circle of friends, ensuring a genuine representation of the characters' dynamics.