Kalam Academy and Samar Jain’s Dhood (Sandstorm) brought a wave of excitement to Mumbai as the makers hosted a grand premiere of the film in the city. Marking a significant milestone for Rajasthani cinema, the event brought together the film’s cast, crew and guests for a special showcase of a story deeply rooted in Rajasthan’s cultural heritage. The film received an enthusiastic response, with the makers earning appreciation for its storytelling, performances, direction and music, making the evening a memorable celebration of Rajasthani cinema in Mumbai.
With its theatrical release just a day away, Dhood (Sandstorm) is building anticipation among audiences as it prepares to take its Rajasthan-set narrative to cinemas across India. The Mumbai premiere marks an important step in the film’s journey from the heart of Rajasthan to a wider national audience, celebrating the region’s cultural identity while showcasing the creative potential of its regional film industry.
The Mumbai premiere reinforces the film’s identity as a cinematic venture emerging from Rajasthan to the national level, taking its story to a wider audience. By bringing together the region’s cultural authenticity, a period setting and a compelling theatrical narrative, Dhood (Sandstorm) aims to create a wider platform for Rajasthani storytelling while retaining the distinctiveness of its roots. The advance booking for the film opens today, Thursday, October 22, and going by the encouraging response to the Mumbai premiere, the film is expected to witness a positive start to its advance ticket sales.
Written and directed by Anand Singh Chouhan, the film features veteran actors Yashpal Sharma and Alka Amin alongside Bhawani Singh Chouhan, with Vivek Pareek, Praveen Choudhary and Vanikki Tyagi making their introductions. The music and soundtrack have been composed by Mehul Surti, known for his acclaimed work on Hellaro, adding to the film’s dramatic atmosphere.
Dhood (Sandstorm) is produced by Samar Jain, Narendra Krishania, Mukesh Pareek, D. S. Chouhan and Abhishek Chopra. Presented by Kalam Academy and Samar Jain, the film is a Soul of Desert Production in association with Studio Ainak, with Miraj Cinemas supporting its theatrical journey as the distribution partner.
Dhood (Sandstorm) releases theatrically tomorrow on October 23 in Rajasthan and across India, reaching audiences with Rajasthani roots while inviting viewers nationwide to experience a story deeply connected to the heritage, culture and soul of Rajasthan.