Superboys of Malegaon becomes the only indian film in letterboxd top 50 movies of 2025.

Indian movie fans have a big reason to celebrate! A new Indian film has made it to the prestigious Letterboxd Top 50 International Films of 2025 list. For those who love movies, you probably already know about Letterboxd—a popular movie-focused website from Auckland, New Zealand, where film lovers from around the world share reviews, lists, and ratings. Every year, the platform puts out lists of top-rated films, including indie gems, documentaries, and festival favourites.

While many might guess that recent Bollywood hits like Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal, or the historical drama Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh made the list, the surprise entry is a lesser-known film that has won the hearts of serious film lovers.

Superboys of Malegaon Makes India Proud

The Indian film that secured a spot on this global list is Superboys of Malegaon. Directed by Reema Kagti, this heartfelt drama hit theatres on February 28, 2025. Even though the film didn’t become a big hit at the box office like some other commercial releases, it received amazing reviews from critics and audiences alike.
Letterboxd ranked Superboys of Malegaon at #22 on its Top 50 Films of 2025 list, making it the only Indian film to be featured.

What is Superboys of Malegaon About?

The film is a coming-of-age drama that tells the story of Nasir, played by Adarsh Gourav, a young man from the town of Malegaon, Maharashtra. Nasir dreams of making a film for his local community, where people love watching Bollywood movies. With little money and big dreams, he gathers his group of friends to bring his story to life on screen.
Inspired by the real-life documentary Supermen of Malegaon (2008), this fictionalised version brings humor, emotion, and passion together in one touching tale.

The film also stars Vineet Kumar Singh, Shashank Arora, and Anuj Singh Duhan in key roles, and each actor has delivered powerful performances.

Audience and Critics Loved It

Although it didn’t make a lot of money in theatres, the movie became a favourite among critics and movie lovers. It has a strong Rotten Tomatoes critics’ score of 88% and an IMDb user rating of 7.8 out of 10. Many viewers have praised the film’s honest storytelling, emotional depth, and relatable characters.

Other Films on Letterboxd Top 50 List (2025)

The number one spot on the Letterboxd list went to a powerful documentary called The Encampments, which covers the 2024 pro-Palestine campus protests at Columbia University.
At number two is Sinners, a horror movie by Ryan Coogler starring Michael B. Jordan.
The next three films include:

• From Ground Zero – A docudrama by Palestinian director Rashid Masharawi
• Ne Zha 2 – A Chinese animated action-adventure
• Sorry, Baby – A moving American drama

Where to Watch Superboys of Malegaon

If you haven’t seen Superboys of Malegaon yet, you can watch it now on Amazon Prime Video. This inspiring story of dreams, friendship, and creativity is a must-watch for every cinema lover.

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