The Hope (2025)

Interesting facts

Asha is a 2025 Indian Marathi-language drama film directed by Deepak Patil and produced by Daivata Patil, Nilesh Kuwar, Abhishek Pathak and Kumar Mangat Pathak under the banner of Panorama Studios, Earthnetic Enterprises and Onjal Arts Productions. It stars Rinku Rajguru in lead role, with Sainkeet Kamat, Usha Naik, Shubhangi Bhujbal and Suhas Sirsat in supporting roles. It tells the story of an ASHA health worker navigating personal and social challenges. Centrally themed on patriarchy and the impact of superstitions on women's reproductive rights, body autonomy and her health. At its heart, this is a film about women exercising agency within limited choices.

Production

The film was shot in various rural locations in Maharashtra, including parts of Dhule district. Rinku Rajguru also interacted with real ASHA workers to understand their daily responsibilities and challenges, which helped shape her performance in the film.

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