A new film titled Malegaon Files, based on the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast case, has officially been announced. The movie will be helmed by My Friend Ganesha director Rajiv S Ruia and produced by Sahil Seth under the banner of Cinedust 18 Films Pvt. Ltd. The project is currently in the pre-production stage, with the cast and crew yet to be revealed.
In a press note, the makers shared that the film will offer a "gripping and sensitive portrayal" of the 2008 Malegaon blasts - a tragedy that shook the nation and led to years of emotional and legal battles.
"This is not just a story about a blast. It's about what followed. The human stories, the political shadow, the search for truth, and the emotional and legal turmoil faced by the accused and the victims' families. Malegaon Files is our attempt to bring that reality to the screen," said Ruia.
Speaking to ANI, Ruia confirmed that the film will be shot on real locations and backed by detailed research. "Our writer team is in talks. It is a very sensitive subject. Every detail behind it needs to be brought out. Research is going on... 99 per cent we will shoot on real locations. We will do recce soon," he stated.
Reportedly, the script is being developed using inputs from investigative reports, court documents, and real-life testimonies to ensure authenticity and sensitivity. The makers aim to begin filming by late 2025, with more details expected in the coming months.
The 2008 Malegaon Tragedy and Legal Battle
The Malegaon blast occurred on September 29, 2008, when a bomb strapped to a motorcycle exploded near a mosque in Bhikku Chowk, Malegaon, killing six people and injuring 95 others. Initially, 11 individuals were accused in the case, including former MP Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur.
The case was transferred from the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in 2011.
After nearly 17 years, a Mumbai NIA special court acquitted all seven accused on July 31, citing lack of evidence. The court concluded that the prosecution had failed to establish the case beyond reasonable doubt.
