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Ventilator

  • 2016
  • 2h 23m
IMDb RATING
8.2/10
1.1K
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Ventilator (2016)
Gaju Kaka who never makes an appearance is breathing his last in the hospital few days before the Ganpati festival. As the news of his illness spreads, the entire extended family gathers to show their support, at the hospital. But as the family gathers and meets after a long time, a lot more happens in the hospital's waiting room.
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Gaju Kaka who never makes an appearance is breathing his last in the hospital few days before the Ganpati festival. As the news of his illness spreads, the entire extended family gathers to ... Read allGaju Kaka who never makes an appearance is breathing his last in the hospital few days before the Ganpati festival. As the news of his illness spreads, the entire extended family gathers to show their support, at the hospital. But as the family gathers and meets after a long time... Read allGaju Kaka who never makes an appearance is breathing his last in the hospital few days before the Ganpati festival. As the news of his illness spreads, the entire extended family gathers to show their support, at the hospital. But as the family gathers and meets after a long time, a lot more happens in the hospital's waiting room.

  • Director
    • Rajesh Mapuskar
  • Writer
    • Rajesh Mapuskar
  • Stars
    • Tanvi Abhyankar
    • Kirti Adarkar
    • Pournima Ahire
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.2/10
    1.1K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Rajesh Mapuskar
    • Writer
      • Rajesh Mapuskar
    • Stars
      • Tanvi Abhyankar
      • Kirti Adarkar
      • Pournima Ahire
    • 12User reviews
    • 24Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 wins & 6 nominations total

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    Tanvi Abhyankar
    • Rucha
    Kirti Adarkar
    • Lata
    Pournima Ahire
    Pournima Ahire
    • Raja's Maid
    • (as Purnima Ahire)
    Satish Alekar
    Satish Alekar
    • Bhau (Rk's Father)
    Sulabha Arya
    Sulabha Arya
    • Manda (Prasana's Mother)
    Gautam Berde
    • Doctor
    Mukund Bhatt
    Mukund Bhatt
    • Decorater who comes with decorations in hospital
    Abhijeet Chavan
    Abhijeet Chavan
    • Ajit
    Swati Chitnis
    Swati Chitnis
    • Indu
    Priyanka Chopra Jonas
    Priyanka Chopra Jonas
    • Self
    • (as Priyanka Chopra)
    Nilesh Divekar
    Nilesh Divekar
    • Sai
    • (as Nilesh Diwekar)
    Jayant Gadekar
    Jayant Gadekar
    • Gurav
    Sonamoni Jayant Gadekar
    Sonamoni Jayant Gadekar
    • Ms Iyer (Hospital Nurse)
    Shoumyoroop Ghoshal
    • Jai (Rk's Assistant)
    • (as Roop)
    Ashutosh Gowariker
    Ashutosh Gowariker
    • Raja
    Rucha Inamdar
    Rucha Inamdar
    • Girl on the phone
    Boman Irani
    Boman Irani
    • Doctor Shroff
    Narayan Jadhav
    • Anna Vinay's Father
    • Director
      • Rajesh Mapuskar
    • Writer
      • Rajesh Mapuskar
    • All cast & crew
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    User reviews12

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    10mucoolkp

    Exceptional

    Speechless movie about relationships.

    Very few movies are made on father , son relationship. This one fits at the top of all of them. movie is set up in typical Maharashtrian family. At the time of Ganpati festival. it shows how peoples care about a person who is in hospital and on a ventilator. His son who is more interested in local politics than his father. ultimately knew how his father did his best to keep him alive when he was a child.

    first half is full of comic scenes. And the second one is full of emotions. songs are good and comes in background. heart of the movie is Jitendra Joshi and Ashutosh Govarikar A truly touching movie.
    9pushkarjsh88

    Outstanding Movie

    Since last decade there is no shortage of themes in Marathi Cinema.

    'Ventilator' is a beautiful journey of complicated human relations, father-son relationship, misunderstandings and priorities. The melange of humorous and sentimental scenes keeps audience involved throughout the film. Kudos to the entire team! The team of veteran actors did full justice to the script and portrayed each character with excellence. Especially 'Jitendra Joshi','Ashutosh Gowarikar' , 'Sukanya Mone' and 'Satish Alekar' just nailed it! In addition, it was delightful to see Unmesh uncle (our next door neighbor in Mumbai) in few scenes. :) It is admirable to see Priyanka Chopra promoting Indian regional films through her production house. In short, Priyanka's 'Purple Pebble Pictures Production' enters Marathi industry with a milestone movie and one can't afford to miss it.

    #Ventilator #MarathiFilm #PurplePebblePictures
    10rajathantony

    A must must watch by the entire family both old and young...

    I was struck both with joy and sadness, happiness and sorrow, enthusiastic as well excited...tears flowed down in each and every scene both through laughing aloud and in deep sorrow flowing down my memory lane and straight through my heart... My sincere advise, please take your entire family to watch this memorable cinema which will take a lifetime to come through again.. thumps up...double thumps up....more and more. The entire narration from the beginning to end will keep you engrossed to know exactly what happens next. The entire scene is so well timed by each and every character, that it makes this movie a must watch. Kudos to the scriptwriter, dialogue deliverance by the actors and above all the fine character played by each and one as though these are already existing in each and every household. Please do watch the scene and the one liner comedy both being humorous and hilarious.. will go on and on to acclaim this marvelous masterpiece...will remain in my heart... forever
    10asawadekar-nikhil

    Best movie I have ever seen

    Ventilator movie is indeed a journey of emotions. Journey which we all love.. In a single line I can describe this movie as 'No nonsense movie'. Yes, each dialogue or each emotion, gesture has a meaning in this film and nothing is just filler. We hardly come across such movies nowadays. Ventilator has no loose ends at all. It just keeps on getting in your veins. I missed my family so much while watching this film. If you are watching it, make sure you watch it with your whole family.

    There are so many characters and all have acted well.. Frankly speaking, I haven't seen such a fantastic script anytime in recent years. This movie will make you realize that you definitely have to respect and put more time to understand your parents' view/their opinions. Hats off to Jitendra Joshi, Ashutosh Gowariker and Rajesh Mapuskar.. Tremendous job!!
    9mohitbhosale

    Outstanding

    Ventilator is an outstanding movie. There are directors in bollywood who create boring, stupid, monotonous movies & claim to be masters of love & emotion. Ventilator is a big learning for them.

    Ventilator is a simple movie in terms of locations, production values & budget. But it is very high in terms of content, fun & emotions. It narrates a very touching story of a father-son, brothers, brother- sister. 2nd half is so high on emotions & beautifully waved that you cant help but cry. Perspective of a father & son towards their relation is beautifully narrated.

    Overall its a must watch. Also since it is shown with English subtitles, even non-marathi people can watch & enjoy the movie.

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      Ashutosh Gowariker makes a comeback to acting after 18 years he last acted in Marathi film Sarkarnama 1998.
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      Remade as Ventilator (2018)

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    • Release date
      • November 4, 2016 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • India
    • Official site
      • Watch Ventilator movie on ZEE5
    • Language
      • Marathi
    • Production company
      • Purple Pebble Pictures
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      • 2h 23m(143 min)
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