Sangharsh Yoddha Manoj Jarange Patil Movie Cast, Trailer, Songs, Release Date
Sangharsh Yoddha Manoj Jarange Patil (transl. The Struggle Warrior Manoj Jarange Patil) is a 2024 Marathi-language biographical film that portrays the life and activism of Manoj Jarange Patil, a dedicated advocate for Maratha quota rights. Directed by Shivaji Doltade and produced by Govardhan Doltade under Sonai Films Creation, the film stars Rohan Patil in the lead role. The cast includes notable actors like Gayathri Jadhav, Mohan Joshi, Sandeep Pathak, Suresh Vishwakarma, Sagar Karande, Shubhangi Latkar, and Shrinivas Pokale.
Filming took place in Jarange’s hometown of Antarwali Sarathi in Jalna, as well as in Mumbai. Released on June 14, 2024, across Maharashtra, the film has seen modest box office success, earning around ₹62 lakh (approximately US$74,000) in eleven days.
On June 18, 2024, during a press conference in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, the filmmakers announced that all profits from the movie would be donated to benefit the Maratha community.
Plot
The film focuses on Manoj Jarange Patil's lifelong activism in various Maratha community initiatives, centering particularly on his fight for reservation rights.
Production
Development
In 2023, following discussions among the producers and the team during the release of Khalaga, the decision to make a biopic on Manoj Jarange Patil’s life was finalized within a few days. The team then approached Jarange Patil, received his consent, and began preparations.
Casting
Mohan Joshi was cast as Jarange’s father, while Rohan Patil took on the lead role as Manoj Jarange Patil, supported by Sandeep Pathak, Sagar Karande, Arbaz Shaikh, and Shrinivas Pokale. Despite health issues, Mohan Joshi accepted the role after being inspired by the story.
Filming
Principal photography started on January 19, 2024, primarily in Antarwali Sarathi in Jalna district, with additional scenes shot in Mumbai. Post-production concluded in February 2024 in Antarwali Sarathi.
Release
Initially slated for release on April 26, 2024, the film was delayed due to the Election Commission’s guidelines related to the Lok Sabha elections. It was finally released in theaters on June 14, 2024.
Box Office Performance
The film earned over ₹8 lakh on its first day, ₹9 lakh on the second day, and a total of ₹16 lakh by the end of its first weekend, reaching ₹42 lakh within four days. It grossed ₹53 lakh in its first week but saw a decline in subsequent days, ultimately reaching ₹62 lakh by day eleven.
