Nana Patekar's 'Vanvaas' to hit ZEE5 on this date
What's the story
The emotional family drama Vanvaas, directed, produced, and written by Anil Sharma in collaboration with Zee Studios Worldwide, is ready for its OTT release.
It will arrive on ZEE5 on March 14, the makers announced on Sunday.
The film tells the poignant tale of the elderly Deepak Tyagi, a man grappling with dementia, played by veteran actor Nana Patekar.
The story takes a deeply emotional turn when Deepak is abandoned in Varanasi by his sons on his birthday.
Actor's perspective
Patekar's insights on 'Vanvaas' and its universal appeal
Ahead of the film's release, Patekar spoke about Vanvaas, calling it an evocative exploration of family and identity.
"Vanvaas is not just a story—it's a reflection of emotions we often bury deep within ourselves."
"Playing this character was like peeling back layers of my own understanding of family, honor, and belonging," he said.
Film's themes
'Vanvaas' explores themes of sacrifice, honor, and abandonment
Vanvaas explores the intricacies of familial bonds, touching upon themes of sacrifice, honor, and abandonment.
The film resonates with the struggles faced by many families and highlights the personal costs of upholding familial duties.
Utkarsh Sharma, Simrat Kaur, and Rajpal Yadav are also a part of the film.
It was released theatrically in December 2024.