Bollywood’s Diwali releases, *Thamma* and *Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat*, face considerable competition from regional films this year. *Thamma*, a horror comedy, and *Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat*, a romantic saga, are among several Marathi, Gujarati, and Punjabi films set to hit theaters on Diwali. *Premachi Goshta 2*, a sequel to a 2013 Marathi film, will also be released, alongside *Chaniya Toli*, a film focused on a village robbery. *Punha Shivajiraje Bhosale*, a mass-appealing film, shifted its release to October 31. *Godday Godday Chaa 2*, a sequel to 2023’s *Godday Godday Chaa*, is also slated for the festive season. Exhibitors anticipate intense competition for screen space, with the simultaneous release of several films potentially impacting distribution strategies. A trade expert suggests a “tussle” for screen allocation is expected, mirroring past experiences with films like *Kantara* and *Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari*. While regional films have a history of releasing films on Diwali, this year’s influx of productions from Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Punjabi cinema adds to the complexity of the market.
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Diwali Clash: Hindi vs. Regional Films
