Preetam (film)

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Preetam
Directed bySijo Rocky
Produced byFaizal Nithin Sijo
Starring
CinematographyOm Narayan
Edited by Jayant Jathar
Music byViswajith C T
Release date
  • 19 February 2021 (2021-02-19)
CountryIndia
LanguageMarathi

Preetam is a 2021 Indian Marathi-language directed by Sijo Rocky. [1] Pranav Raorane and Nakshatra Medhekar in lead role, story of the film is written by Elango Odai and produce by Faizal Nithin Sijo. It was theatrically released on 19 February 2021. [2]

Contents

Synopsis

A milkman struggles with an inferiority complex because of his skin colour. However, everything may change after love knocks at the doors of his heart.

Cast

Production

In October 2018, Sijo Rocky announced a debut film titled Preetam. [3] On 26 March 2019, principal photography took place in Kokan, Maharashtra [4] Filming was completed on 11 February 2021. [5]

Reception

Critical response

Mihir Bhanage from The Times of India wrote "While Preetam is still a decent watch, it could've been better with some crisp editing and direction. In the present form, it's not entirely fascinating, but not bad either". [6] Jaideep Pathakji from Maharashtra Times says "In short, Pritam is a love story in a dream. There's a lot that's special about it". [7] Viplav Gupte of News18 India wrote "If edited properly then this film can be more entertaining. Anyway, take a look. This is the story of a town in Konkan. You will like it. Language is not that big a barrier because all are sub title". [8]

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References

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