Jio Studios and Aatpat Productions have unveiled the teaser of Khashaba and announced that the film will release in theatres worldwide on 1 January 2027. The Marathi biographical sports drama is directed by Nagraj Manjule and is based on the life of wrestler Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav, Independent India’s first individual Olympic medal winner.
The teaser was first shown in cinemas before being released on digital platforms. It gives viewers a glimpse into the world of traditional wrestling arenas and introduces the setting of the film. The visuals focus on wrestling, determination, and the journey of a sportsperson who created history for the country. The teaser also highlights the film’s large scale while keeping the story at the centre.
The film is set during the early years after India’s independence and follows the life of Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav, who came from Maharashtra and went on to win a historic bronze medal at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics. His achievement made him Independent India’s first individual Olympic medal winner. The story focuses on his struggles, hard work, and determination to succeed despite facing many challenges.
Khashaba is expected to be one of the biggest regional sports dramas made in India. The makers aim to present the life of the Olympic wrestler in a way that connects with audiences across the country as well as international viewers.
One of the major highlights of the teaser is that it does not reveal the face of the actor playing Khashaba Jadhav. The makers have kept the identity of the lead actor a secret for now, creating curiosity among viewers. According to the production team, the actor is a new talent who was chosen to portray the legendary wrestler on screen.
The film also features an ensemble cast that includes Jitendra Joshi, Mahesh Manjrekar, Girish Kulkarni, Vaibhav Mangale, Chhaya Kadam, and Gargee Kulkarni in important roles.
The music for the film has been composed by the well known duo Ajay and Atul. Khashaba is presented by Jio Studios and Aatpat Productions. It is produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Gargee Kulkarni, while Nagraj Manjule has directed the film.
Khashaba is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on 1 January 2027 and will bring the inspiring story of one of India’s greatest sporting heroes to the big screen.