Gujarati movie Kundaḷu has a very touching plot.The movie will be Released In cinemas from 14 November 2025
Trailer on YouTube:
Kundaḷu means a “circle” in Gujarati is a poignant portrayal of life in the villages of North Gujarat, where marriage continues to hold immense social significance. The film follows the journey of Mangu, an orphaned young lady from a poor family, and Vikas, a carefree young man with a speech impairment. When a marriage proposal for Mangu is brought to Vikas’s family, fate intervenes, and a tragic incident pulls them apart. As they move forward in life, bound by traditions and societal expectations, loneliness and a longing for meaning guide them toward unexpected crossroads.
Set against the picturesque landscapes of Mehsana’s villages, Kundaḷu brings alive a slice-of-life drama rooted in authenticity. With an engaging narrative, a tightly woven screenplay, impactful performances, precise direction, and soulful music, the film promises a moving emotional experience.
The movie wonderfully depicts social enigma of a lady becoming widow at young age and perplexity of speech impaired Vikas’s parents in finding suitable match for him by franking mentioning about his limitation.
The movie is Writer & Director by Rohit Prajapati, with Screenplay & Chief Assistant Director by Priyank Gangwani, Cinematography & Editing by Sabyasachi Bhattacharya
Music & Original Score by Vipul Barot and Swayam
Singers:Bhoomi Trivedi, Vipul Barot, Jay Mohan, Swayam, Trupti Gadhvi, Parthiv Vyas, Trupti Chaudhary, Richa Barot
Co-Producers: Mayank Gadhvi, Priyank Gangwani, Rohit Prajapati
Producers: Nina Arora, Priya Krishnaswamy, Suchitra Parikh
Produced by: 3 People Productions (in collaboration with Geet Theatre)
Cast of the movie is Sonali Lele Desai, Vaibhav Biniwale, Happy Bhavsar Nayak, Swayam, Ruby Thakkar, Mir Hanif, Shilva Panchal, Rajesh Dani, Yash Bhagwat, Dhruv Pandit, Surabhi Bhati, and others
Rohit Prajapati hails from a village in Mehsana—the very setting of Kundaḷu He shares,
“Real people and incidents from my village inspired this film. I wanted to depict rural life as it truly is—where patriarchy and the pressure of marriage still dominate. There is a Mangu and a Vikas inside all of us: a Mangu burdened by expectations, and a Vikas hiding insecurities. I hope Kundāḷu brings to life the traditions, culture, and emotional fabric of our villages.”
Rohit is a Vadodara-based theatre artist, writer, director, actor, and acting coach. A Master’s graduate in Theatre from MS University (2017), he founded Geet Theatre and has created several award-winning plays and short films.
Kundāḷu marks his debut feature film of the director Rohit Prajapati.
His second film, “Katla Kari,” is available online from 15 August 2025.
Established in February 2021, 3 People Productions is dedicated to bringing authentic Indian stories to the screen.
The founders—Nina, Priya, and Suchitra—bring a rich blend of experience in theatre, business, and management.They say,
“When we first heard the story of Mangu and Vikas, it touched our hearts. We hope Kundāḷu touches audiences the same way. This film is made with love, sincerity, and great attention to detail, staying true to the land and its people. We are proud to present it as our first feature film.”
The banner has multiple films in development.
Past Work – Internationally Awarded Short Film “Vishwamitri Villas”
Their first short film, “Vishwamitri Villas,” is an inclusive production featuring both Deaf and hearing teenagers. Directed by Christine Lydon-Smith, it is the world’s first film entirely shot on Zoom.
A multilingual film (Hindi, Gujarati, English, and Indian Sign Language), it aims to promote social inclusion of Deaf individuals. Produced in collaboration with Akshar Trust, KLS & Associates, and Page to Stage, the film has won awards across the USA, UK, and UAE.
The film has won many Awards at JIFF 2024 – Jaipur International Film Festival. It is
Winner of 7 Awards, including:
- Green Rose Award – Film with a Global Message
- Yellow Rose Award – Upcoming Film
- Best Music
- Best Cinematography
- Best Sound & Editing
- Best Costume Design
- Best Production Design
