by Suman Gupta
Three Debutants Shine in Noopur Bora’s Directorial Debut
Mumbai, 17th October 2023: The enchanting world of Indian cinema is about to get a new, youthful glow as Noopur Bora’s debut feature film, “Teen Paayancha Ghoda,” takes center stage at the upcoming MAMI Mumbai Film Festival in the recap category. This captivating coming-of-age comic drama will grace the festival with its presence, offering a unique and unforgettable cinematic experience.
Directed by the talented Noopur Bora, “Teen Paayancha Ghoda” features three promising debutants—Ria Nalavade, Kunal Shukla, and Avinash Londhe. This trio delivers dynamic performances that will leave a lasting impact on audiences.
Teen Paayancha Ghoda has already made waves at the New York Indian Film Festival, where it received nominations for Best Director and Best Debut Film. It has also been screened at prestigious events such as the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, Kala Ghoda Arts Film Festival, and the last edition of MAMI Mumbai Film Festival.
Director Noopur Bora sharing his vision for the film said, “With ‘Teen Paayancha Ghoda,’ I aimed to capture the raw essence of youth, friendship, and the challenges of coming of age. This film is a homage to a memorable era and a celebration of the unbreakable bonds of friendship. I am thrilled to screen this film at the MAMI film festival, making it available to genuine film-lovers.”
Noopur’s Teen Paayancha Ghoda will be a must-watch at the MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, offering a fresh perspective on the challenges of youth and the enduring power of friendship. Don’t miss this cinematic gem that promises to leave a lasting impression.
Film Synopsis: “Teen Paayancha Ghoda” is a raw, unhindered, fun, and spunky homage to the friendship of the early 2000s. Set against the backdrop of three real-life incidents that sent shockwaves through Pune at the turn of the millennium, “Teen Paayancha Ghoda” weaves a story of youth, friendship, and the complexities of coming of age. A cynical Adnan, a fiery Chandrika, and a reticent Rathore come together to embark on a journey filled with laughter, tears, and self-discovery. As they navigate the challenges of their youth, they discover that growing up is never a smooth run, but rather a three-legged race.
Film Teaser Link: https://youtu.be/SX8wpOpGRNk?si=McgOjcddlvhTf6yW
About the MAMI Mumbai Film Festival: Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, organised by the Mumbai Academy of Moving Image (MAMI), has brought the best of contemporary world cinema and talent to the city of Mumbai, since 1997. With its new expanded vision to spotlight South Asian and South Asian diaspora filmmakers, Jio MAMI becomes the Hub for South Asia, discovering and connecting emerging talent to the worldwide festival ecosystem.
About Director Noopur Bora : Noopur Bora is a Director and a Screenplay Writer. He was the chief assistant director to Vijay Maurya, Devashish Makhija, Nachiket Samant, etc. Teen Paayancha Ghoda was his debut feature film as a Writer-Director. For the film, he was also nominated as best director at New York Indian Film Festival.
About the Cast: Ria Nalavade was the winner of Times Fresh Face Bangalore. Teen Paayancha Ghoda is her debut film as an actress.
Kunal Shukla is a Young Theatre Actor.
Avinash Londhe is a fitness instructor and was discovered in the gym when he was humming a song while lifting weights.
