Shalini Cinemas and Nitin Vaidya Productions’ Maya (Marathi; UA) is the story of Maya (Mukta Barve), an Indian physiotherapist practising in London. She takes care of a patient, Mahesh (Dr. Girish Oak), whom she falls in love with. Mahesh’s son, Siddharth (Siddharth Chandekar), loves Maya. What happens finally?
Dr. Sameer Vasant Kulkarni and Aditya Ingale have written a story which is too class-appealing for the Marathi film-going audience. The duo’s screenplay is interesting in parts only. There’s a bit of comedy which is entertaining. However, emotions are conspicuous by their absence. Overall, the drama does not give a feeling of fulfilment to the viewers. Dialogues, penned by the duo, are good.
Mukta Barve does a very fine job as Maya. She lives the character. Dr. Girish Oak performs ably in the role of patient Mahesh. Siddharth Chandekar is effective as Siddharth. Rohini Hattangady is alright as Maya’s aunt, Amu. Vijay Kenkre is so-so as Anand. Others fit the bill.
Aditya Ingale’s direction is average. There’s nothing outstanding in the narration. Parth Umrani’s music is melodious. Vaibhav Joshi’s lyrics are alright. Suyash Kelkar and Omkar Pradhan’s background music is okay. Amol Salunke’s cinematography is adequate. Mayur Hardas’ editing should’ve been sharper.
On the whole, Maya is a well-made film but its box-office prospects aren’t too bright.
Released on 27-2-’26 at Plaza (daily 1 show) and other cinemas of Bombay thru Panorama Studios. Publicity & opening: dull.