Paro Pinaki Ki Kahani
Paro Pinaki Ki Kahani is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film written and directed by Rudra Jadon. The film stars Eshitta Siingh and Sanjay Bishnoi in lead roles, with a supporting cast featuring Madan Deodhar, Dhananjay Sardeshpande, and Hanuman Soni. Produced under Seraphity Studios and 363 Trees Production, the film addresses social issues such as manual scavenging and human trafficking.
Plot
The story revolves around Pinaki (Sanjay Bishnoi), a manhole cleaner, and Mariyam (Eshitta Siingh), a vegetable vendor. The two meet secretly in train toilets during their daily commutes and fall in love. Their relationship FACES severe obstacles due to their socioeconomic background and systemic biases. When Mariyam suddenly disappears, Pinaki's search for her exposes a harsh reality involving rural exploitation and the harrowing practice of girls being sold in certain communities.
Cast
- Eshitta Siingh as Mariyam (Paro)
- Sanjay Bishnoi as Pinaki
- Madan Deodhar
- Dhananjay Sardeshpande
- Hanuman Soni
- Prernaa Mohod
- Sanjay Dhole
- Hemant Kadam
- Yogesh Sudhakar Kulkarni
Production
The film was produced by Seraphity Studios (OPC) Private Limited and 363 Trees Production. It was filmed with a focus on realism, featuring cinematography by Abhay Balkawade. To promote the film's social mission, the lead actors participated in public talks at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) regarding the eradication of manual scavenging.
Music
The film's score was composed by Britto Khangchian. The soundtrack includes a notable rendition of the song "Charkha" by the Wadali Brothers.
Release and reception
The film received an "A" certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification and was released on 6 February 2026.
Critical reception was mixed. The Times of India gave the film 2.5/5 stars, praising its intent and performances but criticizing the "disjointed" screenplay. Conversely, ABP News awarded it 3.5/5 stars, describing it as a "deeply moving film" that surprises and leaves the audience thinking. Dainik Jagran highlighted the film's grounded reality and its emotional impact on viewers.
Rahul Desai of The Hollywood Reporter India Said that "Rudra Jadon’s low-budget indie about an interfaith couple in a crisis is undone by weak craft." Devesh Sharma of Filmfare rated it 3/5 stars and said that "Paro Pinaki Ki Kahani has its heart in the right place. It depicts a love story set amidst the marginalised."