The highly anticipated Hindi feature film “Mayasabha”, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Rahi Anil Barve and produced under Zircon Films, is already creating waves in the industry even before its theatrical release. Featuring a stellar ensemble including Javed Jaffrey, Mohammad Samad, Deepak Damle, and Veena Jamkar, the film is scheduled for a nationwide release on 30th January 2026.
Mayasabha has been officially selected in the Indian Cinema Competition section at the 22nd Third Eye Asian Film Festival, taking place in Mumbai and Thane from 9th to 15th January 2026. The film will be screened on Sunday, 11th January at 11:30 AM at Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi, and again on Tuesday, 13th January at 11:30 AM at Cinepolis Theatre, Lakeshore Mall.
In addition, Mayasabha has earned an official selection in the Indian Cinema category at the Pune International Film Festival (PIFF) 2026, organised by the Government of Maharashtra. The film will be showcased on Saturday, 17th January at 7:00 PM, promising audiences a captivating cinematic experience.
Exploring themes of human relationships, illusions, selfishness, and the delicate boundary between reality and perception, Mayasabha presents a thought-provoking and introspective narrative. The film has already received special appreciation, including at the closing ceremony of the Jagran Film Festival 2025 in Mumbai, and garnered a house-full response when it opened the Annabhau Sathe Film Festival in Pune, generating strong word-of-mouth buzz.
Director Rahi Anil Barve shared his excitement: “The positive response we’ve received so far has been incredibly inspiring. Showcasing Mayasabha at prestigious platforms like the Third Eye Asian Film Festival and the Pune International Film Festival is a significant milestone for innovative thrillers like ours. We are thrilled for the nationwide release on 30th January 2026.”
The film’s creative team features seasoned actors Javed Jaffrey, Mohammad Samad, Veena Jamkar, and Deepak Damle, delivering performances with depth and nuance. The project is produced by Girish Patel and Ankur J. Singh under Zircon Films, with co-producers Shyamrao Bhagwan Yadav, Chanda Yadav, Kewal Handa, and Manish Handa, and associate producer Chirag Ghamande. Distribution is managed by Pickle Entertainment’s Sameer Dixit and Hrishikesh Bhirangi, with Ashish Ningurkar serving as creative consultant.
Following the success of “Tumbbad”, Rahi Anil Barve’s Mayasabha is poised to further cement his reputation for storytelling that blends intrigue, suspense, and socially resonant narratives. With its upcoming theatrical release, audiences can expect a compelling and immersive cinematic journey.
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