Popular Marathi actor Addinath Kothare has directed his first feature film, Paani, which is being produced by Priyanka Chopra Jonas under her banner Purple Pebble Pictures. The film, which also sees Kothare in a key role, focuses on the pertaining issue of water scarcity in Maharashtra’s Marathwada.
Kothare plays the role of Hanumant Kendre, popularly known as ‘jaldoot’ or water messenger. The story revolves around how he works towards resolving the issue of water scarcity, instead of fleeing his drought-stricken village.
His struggle and sacrifice for his community are highlighted in the trailer.
Watch the trailer:
Paani also stars Rucha Vaidya, Subodh Bhave, Rajit Kapur and Kishore Kadam among others.
