Comment: If the film has been released, please update the draft with summaries of its reception and other relevant information in order to demonstrate that it qualifies for a Wikipedia article. See WP:NFILM for more. Meadowlark (talk) 06:48, 26 May 2026 (UTC)
- Comment: The trailer
[generated] positive attention for its emotional narrative and the ensemble cast's performance
(unreferenced). But that was just the trailer. Was the film released on 1 May? How were the reviews? Or has the release been delayed? Hoary (talk) 02:49, 22 May 2026 (UTC)
| Dhabkaaro | |
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| Directed by | Abhishek Shah |
| Written by | Abhishek Shah |
| Produced by |
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| Starring |
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| Cinematography | Tribhuvan Babu Sadineni |
| Edited by | Vaishnavi Krishnan |
| Music by | Mehul Surti |
Production companies |
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| Distributed by | Pen Marudhar Entertainment |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Gujarati |
Dhabkaaro is an upcoming Indian Gujarati-language drama film written and directed by National Award winner Abhishek Shah. The film marks the debut of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment[1] [2] [3] into regional cinema. It stars Deven Bhojani and Aarjav Trivedi in lead roles. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on 1 May 2026, coinciding with Gujarat Day.
Plot
The film is described as a "mass entertainer" that explores human emotions through the themes of redemption and forgiveness. Set against the cultural and spiritual backdrop of Gujarat, the story follows a journey of personal transformation where "every heartbeat tells a story.
Cast
Tejal Panchasara
Production
The film was announced in August 2025 as the first Gujarati venture for the veteran production house Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, marking their 75th year in the industry. The project is a collaboration between Nadiadwala, The Moving Manch, and Harfanmaula Films. Director Abhishek Shah, known for his National Award-winning debut Hellaro (2019), serves as the writer and director.
Filming
Principal photography began in late August 2025. The film was shot across various locations in Gujarat to capture the state's cultural and spiritual diversity.
Technical Crew
Production Designer: Chirayu Bodas
Costume Designer: Niki Joshi
Sound Designer: Yash Darji
Music Director: Mehul Surti
Cinematographer: Tribhuvan Babu Sadineni
Release
The film is set to release in cinemas on 1 May 2026, on the occasion of Gujarat Day. The distribution is handled by Pen Movies.
The official trailer for the film was released on 10 April 2026[4][5][6], generating positive attention for its emotional narrative and the ensemble cast's performance
References
- "Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment to make its debut in Gujarati cinema with 'Dhabkaaro'". telegraphindia.
{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - "Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment Teams Up With Director Abhishek Shah For Gujarati Debut Dhabkaaro". bollywoodbubble.
- "National Award Winner Abhishek's Gujarati Film 'Dhabkaaro' Begins Shooting". news24online.
- "Dhabkaaro trailer: Abhishek Shah Blends Human Emotions With A Pinch Of Humour In Social Drama Headlined By Deven Bhojani". etvbharat.
- "Teaser of 'Dhabkaaro' starring Deven Bhojani promises dramatic story peppered with thrill, emotional depth". ianslive.
- "Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment's first Gujarati film Dhabkaaro trailer released". gujaratimidday.