'The Quest [Ringan]' is a story about the boundless love between father and son. Their life is hell on earth. Father Arjun's problems are getting too much for him: His land is affected by drought, their livelihood is threatened. Seeing no way out, he considers to take his own life. Only the unconditional love for his son motivates him to not give up and look for work, to be able to keep his land. Will the father be strong enough to secure his son's future? A film and an appeal for morality, reflecting important issues such as integrity, honesty, and mutual responsibility in times of need.
Acting
Shashank Shende's crushing performance as a broken man clinging to dignity.
Direction
Makarand Mane's unflinching gaze at rural poverty without poverty porn.
Director
Makarand Mane
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Released during India's ongoing farmer suicide crisis, Ringan joined a wave of Marathi cinema confronting agrarian collapse—think less entertainment, more urgent social document.
The title 'Ringan' refers to a ritual circular path of devotion; the film mirrors this structurally as Arjun circles through despair toward possible redemption.
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