Kaasav: Turtle 2016 Marathi Sonyliv Webdl Marathi Movie (2025)
is a 2016 National Award-winning Marathi film that provides a poignant look at mental health, specifically depression, through a parallel narrative of sea turtle conservation. Directed by the acclaimed duo Sumitra Bhave and Sunil Sukthankar , the film is available to stream on SonyLIV. Core Premise & Plot
Janaki lives in a coastal village in , where she assists Dattabhau (Mohan Agashe) in an Olive Ridley sea turtle conservation project . The film draws a powerful metaphor between Manav and the turtles—both are "shelled" beings who need a non-judgmental, nurturing environment to emerge and survive. Key Cast & Production Directors: Sumitra Bhave and Sunil Sukthankar Producer: Dr. Mohan Agashe Lead Cast: Iravati Harshe as Janaki Alok Rajwade as Manav/Niche Mohan Agashe as Dattabhau Kishor Kadam as Yadu, the helper Omkar Ghadi as Parshu Awards & Recognition
The story follows (Alok Rajwade), a young man struggling with severe depression and suicidal tendencies. After running away from a hospital, he is found and taken in by Janaki (Iravati Harshe), a divorcee who is also dealing with her own psychological triggers and panic attacks. Kaasav: Turtle 2016 Marathi SonyLiv WebDL Marathi Movie
Originally premiered at festivals in 2016 and had its theatrical release on October 6, 2017.
The film is highly regarded for its sensitive handling of a "taboo" subject. is a 2016 National Award-winning Marathi film that
You can watch the movie on SonyLIV, where it premiered digitally in October 2021.
Won the Golden Lotus (Swarna Kamal) for Best Feature Film , becoming only the fifth Marathi film to earn this top honor. The film draws a powerful metaphor between Manav
Watch the official trailer to see the gentle, award-winning performances from Iravati Harshe and Alok Rajwade: