Actress-Producer Nehha Pendse's Tighee garners massive appreciation, receives Best Screenplay Award at the New York Indian Film Festival

The acclaimed Marathi film Tighee continues its remarkable journey across the globe as it received a phenomenal response at the prestigious New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF), one of the most celebrated platforms for Indian cinema internationally. The special screening witnessed a packed house, with audiences turning up in large numbers and applauding the film's powerful storytelling and impactful performances.

Tighee also won the Best Screenplay Award at the New York Indian Film Festival, with writers Nikhil Mahajan and Prajakta Deshmukh being recognised for their outstanding work.

Featuring an ensemble cast led by acclaimed actresses Bharati Achrekar, Nehha Pendse, and Sonalee Kulkarni**, Tighee* is produced by Shradul Singh Bayas, Nehha Pendse Bayas, Nikhil Mahajan, Suhrud Godbole, and Swapnil Bhangale. The film is a poignant exploration of womanhood, relationships, resilience, and self-discovery. It delves deep into the emotional complexities of a mother-daughter relationship, presenting a compelling narrative that resonates across cultures and generations.

Representing the entire *Tighee* team at the festival were actor-producer Nehha Pendse and director Jeejivisha Kale, who attended the screening and engaged in an insightful post-screening Q&A session. The duo answered several thought-provoking questions from the audience, discussing the film's themes, creative process, and the overwhelming response it has received both in India and overseas.

Speaking about the experience, director Jeejivisha Kale said, Screening Tighee at the New York Indian Film Festival was a truly humbling experience. Watching audiences from different parts of the world connect with these characters and their journeys reaffirmed our belief that honest stories transcend borders. The response has been incredibly heartwarming, and I am grateful to everyone who embraced the film with such warmth.

Actor-producer Nehha Pendse said, Being at NYIFF and witnessing a full-house screening for Tighee was immensely special. The conversations that followed the screening were deeply enriching, and it was wonderful to see audiences engage so passionately with the film. This journey has been extremely rewarding for our entire team, and I am proud to represent Marathi cinema on such a prestigious global platform."

Producer Shradul Singh Bayas added, We are incredibly proud to see Tighee receive such love at NYIFF. The overwhelming response from a global audience is a testament to the film's universal emotions and the hard work of our entire team. It's a proud moment for all of us, and hats off to the entire team for their incredible hard work."

The NYIFF showcase marks yet another milestone for Tighee, which continues to earn acclaim both in India and overseas, further strengthening its position as one of the most talked-about Marathi films of the year.