Zapuk Zapuk is a Marathi film with a fairy tale-inspired narrative. It follows Suraj, an ordinary boy portrayed by Suraj Chavan, who falls in love with Narayani, a minister’s daughter. Determined to win her affection, Suraj embarks on a journey with his friends, navigating a whimsical world filled with fantastical elements. The story blends adventure and humor, primarily aimed at younger audiences, but includes some exaggerated sequences that lead to uneven pacing, as noted by critics.
The concept for the film was originally developed by Kedar Shinde in 2004.[6] While serving as Head of Programming at Colors Marathi in 2024, Shinde identified a narrative device in the real-life figure of Suraj Chavan, whom he encountered during Bigg Boss Marathi Season 5.[6] The film was formally announced on 7 October 2024 by Nikhil Sane of Jio Studios and Kedar Shinde during the grand finale of Bigg Boss Marathi Season 5, in which Suraj Chavan was declared the winner.[7]
Filming
Filming began in late 2024, with the muhurta ceremony photos shared online.[8]The film was shot in a single schedule in Wai, a town in the Satara district of Maharashtra.[9]Filming concluded on 6 March 2025.[4]
Marketing
The trailer presents the film's romantic and youthful themes, with Suraj Chavan's debut as a focal point.
A teaser was released in March 2025.[10] The trailer was unveiled by Riteish Deshmukh on 12 April 2025, generating attention for its vibrant mix of comedy, romance, and drama.[5] Two songs were released to promote the film. The romantic song "Poracha Bazar Uthala Ra," with contributions from Kunal Bhagat, was released on 15 April 2025.[11][12] On 22 April 2025, the energetic Haldi song "Vajiv Dada," featuring Suraj Chavan, Jui Bhagwat, and Bigg Boss Marathi 5 contestants, was launched at the Meta office in Mumbai, marking a collaboration between Meta and the Marathi film industry.[13]
Soundtrack
Track List
No.
Title
Music
Singer(s)
Length
1.
"Zapuk Zupuk"
Kratex
Patya The Doc
02:35
2.
"Poracha Bajar Uthala Ra"
Kunal-Karan
Karan Sawant
03:19
3.
"Vajiv Dada"
Chandan Kamble
Chandan Kamble & Dnyaneshwari Kamble
03:37
Release
Zapuk Zupuk released in theatres on 25 April 2025.[2]
Reception
Zapuk Zapuk received mixed reviews from critics. Nandini Ramnath of Scroll.in praised Suraj Chavan's performance, describing it as a highlight of the film, but noted that the uneven narrative prevented it from being fully impactful. She likened the film to a fairy tale but felt it fell short due to certain flaws.[14] Conversely, Kalpesh Kubal of Maharashtra Times appreciated the film's light-hearted and entertaining approach, particularly for younger audiences. However, he pointed out that some scenes felt overly exaggerated, affecting the overall coherence.[15]A Reviewer from The Times of India highlighted the film’s comedic elements and Suraj Chavan’s energetic performance but noted that the narrative’s pacing and occasional over-the-top moments may not appeal to all audiences.[16] Santosh Bagurde from Sakal commended the film’s vibrant energy and Suraj Chavan’s engaging performance, but critiqued its simplistic plot and lack of depth in character development, suggesting it may resonate more with audiences seeking light-hearted entertainment.[17]Reshma Raikwar from Loksatta commended director Kedar Shinde's family-friendly approach and Chavan's comedic timing but noted the narrative's reliance on exaggerated humor and lack of depth.[18]
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