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India's First Female Sumo Wrestler's Story Hits Screens
12 Oct
Summary
- Film celebrates Hetal Dave, India's pioneering female sumo wrestler.
- The biopic premieres on Zee 5 Global on October 23.
- It showcases defying societal norms and embracing personal power.
The trailer for the Indian sports film "Sumo Didi" has been released for its streaming debut on Zee 5 Global. This biographical sports drama, which had a theatrical release in 2023, centers on the remarkable life of Hetal Dave, recognized as India's first professional female sumo wrestler.
Directed by Jayant Rohatgi, the film stars Shriyam Bhagnani as Hetal Dave. It chronicles her unconventional path into sumo wrestling, a journey that challenges societal views on women's bodies and abilities. The movie also features Chaitnya Sharma, Anubha Fatehpuriya, Nitesh Pandey, Raghav Dhir, and Meenal Kapoor.
"Sumo Didi" had a festival run, including appearances at the Tokyo International Film Festival and Palm Springs International Film Festival in 2024. The film was shot in Japan, Kolkata, and Mumbai, capturing Dave's intimate and cinematic journey from Kolkata's narrow lanes to the serene Japanese countryside.
Director Rohatgi described the film as an inspiring underdog story of grit and resilience, highlighting Dave's courage in defying patriarchy, social pressure, and gender bias. Hetal Dave herself shared that the film goes beyond the sport, exploring the importance of standing by one's choices. The film's streaming premiere is set for October 23.
