Munjya, the highly anticipated horror-comedy from Maddock Films, is creating a buzz with its newly released trailer. The clip introduces Munjya, India’s first full-fledged CGI actor. The trailer’s release has impressed audiences with its cutting-edge technology and sparked a wave of comparisons of the titular lead to the iconic Gollum from The Lord of the Rings.
In the 2-minute and 18-second trailer, Munjya is brought to life in stunning detail, showcasing the groundbreaking CGI work that sets a new benchmark for Indian cinema. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, Munjya stars Sharvari Wagh, Mona Singh, Abhay Verma, and Sathyaraj. The story revolves around a mythical creature from Indian folklore who is entangled in an obsessive love story with a girl named Munni.
When is Sharvari Wagh’s Munjya releasing?
The film is set to hit theaters on June 7, 2024. The trailer offers a glimpse into the film’s intriguing plot, showing Sharvari Wagh, Abhay Verma, and Mona Singh’s characters as they try to escape the clutches of Munjya. They ultimately find themselves in a cursed place that holds the solution to their plight.
This blend of horror, comedy, and advanced CGI promises a unique and entertaining cinematic experience. The excitement for Munjya was amplified by its teaser release during a recent IPL match. It captured the attention of millions of fans and fuelled the ongoing conversation about the film.
Munjya’s meticulously designed poster to evoke terror and intrigue has already built significant curiosity. With the trailer now out, the expectations for the film’s storytelling and visual effects have reached new heights.
Producer Dinesh Vijan has expressed his excitement about the film’s innovative approach. “At the heart of it, this is Munjya’s love story and it’s about his first love, Munni. However, he doesn’t get her! If you’ve ever had an obsessive lover or obsessed over anybody, you will understand his POV. If not his, Munni’s for sure,” he jokingly added. Vijan also highlighted the film’s technological achievements, noting that Munjya is the most advanced CGI actor in India, promising a visual treat for audiences of all ages.
Twitter (X) users react to the trailer
Since the trailer dropped, social media platforms have been buzzing with excitement and comparisons. Fans have quickly pointed out Munjya’s resemblance to Gollum, adding an interesting layer to the film’s promotion.
One Twitter user remarked, “Munjya looks like our own desi Gollum! The CGI is top-notch for Bollywood. Excited to see this new trend in Indian films.” Another tweeted, “Is it just me, or does Munjya remind anyone else of Gollum from LOTR? Loving the CGI work though!” The conversation continued with another comment, “What Gollum was to frodo, munjya is for girls named munni.”
One YouTube comment on the trailer read, “Finally something unique in Bollywood, we should encourage them to move away from stupid new action mass masala movies… Can’t wait to see this movie.” Another praised, “Maddock’s unique storytelling is unmatched! Hyped for this!” A third commented, “Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik always produce such quality films. This one looks no different.”
As the release date draws nearer, the comparisons to Gollum continue to engage fans, positioning Munjya as a potential game-changer in Indian cinema.
