Pranav Birje| Senior Correspondent
The trailer launch for ‘Dharmaveer 2: Mukkam Post Thane’ turned into a dazzling night of power and glamour at the Dome in Worli. The event was graced by the presence of Hon. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Hon. Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Dr. Shrikant Lata Eknath Shinde, and the iconic Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, marking an evening of significant political and entertainment convergence.
Honoring the legacy of the late Anand Dighe, the event that started off with a Gurupurnima performance, saw a host of Bollywood celebrities, including Jeetendra, Govinda, Boman Irani, Rakul Preet, Jackky Bhagnani, Amruta Khanvilkar, Ashok Saraf, Nivedita Joshi, Mahesh Kothare and the starcast of the film Prasad Oak, Kshitish Date, Siddharth Jadhav amongst others
‘Dharmaveer 2: Mukkam Post Thane’ continues the tale of Anand Dighe, affectionately known as ‘Dharmaveer’, emphasizing his profound influence on the Thane region and his lasting legacy. Under the direction of Pravin Tarde, the film features veteran actor Prasad Oak portraying Anand Dighe, while Kshitish Date brings the young Eknath Shinde to life on screen.
At the event, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde remarked, “Dighe Saheb’s legacy was first introduced to audiences in the movie “Dharmaveer,” but his contributions are so extensive that they cannot be encapsulated in just one film. Hence, the story has been expanded into two parts. This new film aims to highlight crucial elements of his impactful past. We aspire to follow in the footsteps of Dighe Saheb and Balasaheb Thackeray, dedicating ourselves wholeheartedly to their legacy. Dighe Saheb not only championed Hindutva but also protected the entire society, offering help to people of all religions, castes, and creeds without disappointment. No needy person ever left his presence without receiving assistance. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde brought these cherished memories of Anand Dighe to light at the trailer launch of “Dharmaveer 2: Mukkam Post Thane.”
Said Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, ““I had come for the first movie’s screening and it was a big hit and I hope and pray that this one will be a even bigger hit”
Scheduled for release on August 9, 2024, ‘Dharmaveer 2: Mukkam Post Thane’ is anticipated to be a cinematic milestone, capturing the extraordinary journey of a leader who continues to inspire many.