Shwaas

Shwaas (2004)

श्वास

This story follows an old man who, while facing the insurmountable challenge of cancer, strives to show his grandson the profound beauty and value of life. It highlights the power of maintaining a positive outlook, even in the darkest times.

Date of release
2004-12-10
TMDB
7.4 / 10 (12)
Runtime
1h 47m
Genres
Drama
Director
Sandeep Sawant

Casting

Interesting facts

  • Awards: 1 · Nominations: 1. Including: National Film Award for Best Feature Film

Shwaas is a Marathi film, released in 2004. It was India's official entry to the 2004 Oscars and was ranked 6th in the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film category. Its storyline is based on a real-life incident in Pune. With a low-budget of the Indian rupee of 65 lakhs (6.5 million), Shwaas won the National Award for best film in 2004, nearly 50 years since a Marathi film last earned this title. Directed by debutant Sandeep Sawant, it was shot in 33 days at Sindhudurg, Konkan, Pune and at KEM Hospital in Pune. Shwaas was acknowledged as a "significant turn for Marathi cinema" which had been going through a low patch.

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