| Janma | |
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| Directed by | Shirish Rane |
| Screenplay by | Anand Mhasvekar |
| Production Manager | Aniruddha Dubhashi |
| Story by | Anand Mhasvekar |
| Produced by | Tapan Acharya |
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| Cinematography | Dhananjay Kulkarni |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Marathi |
Janma is a 2011 Indian Marathi-language drama film directed by Shirish Rane, produced by Tapan Acharya [1] written by Anand Mhasvekar. [2] The film explores emotional and ethical dilemmas surrounding modern medical science and maternal sacrifice. [3] [4]
Vandana Sarpotdar, a 50-year-old single mother, faces an emotional crisis when her only daughter Nisha is diagnosed with leukemia and urgently needs a bone marrow transplant. With no suitable donor available, Vandana makes the life-changing decision to undergo a test tube procedure in hopes of conceiving a genetically compatible sibling who can save Nisha's life. The story unfolds around her struggles, the societal taboos she faces, and the emotional depth of a mother's love. [5]
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
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| 2011 | Maharashtra State Film Awards | Best Debutant Producer – Tapan Acharya | Won |
| 2011 | Dadasaheb Phalke Marathi Film Festival | Best Film with Social Message | Won |
| 2011 | Sauskritik Kaladarpan | Best Actress Supporting | Won |
| 2011 | Sauskritik Kaladarpan | Best Actress Critics | Won |
| 2011 | Sauskritik Kaladarpan | Best Story | Won |
| 2011 | Zee Awards | Nominated in 23 categories | Nominated |