Director

Mangesh Hadawale

Mangesh Hadawale is one of those rare Bollywood voices who came out of nowhere and immediately made an impact. Born in Rajuri, Pune, this filmmaker turned heads with his debut *Tingya* (2008), a Marathi film that was both a box office hit and a critical darling. He didn't rest on his laurels though—his follow-up *Dekh Indian Circus* proved he could command Hindi cinema too, racking up national and international awards that established him as a filmmaker with real artistic chops. What's refreshing about Hadawale is that he's not just obsessed with cinema; he's also a farmer at heart, keeping one foot grounded in real India while the other explores storytelling. What sets Hadawale apart is his knack for blending gritty realism with genuine human emotion, creating films that resonate beyond the multiplexes. His work carries the fingerprints of someone who understands the soil and soul of India, translating that authenticity onto screen. Whether working in Hindi or Marathi, he brings a refreshing perspective to Bollywood—one that feels earned rather than manufactured. His recent work continues to demonstrate why he's become a respected name in independent and alternative cinema, someone who refuses to play by conventional Bollywood rules while still making films that audiences actually connect with.