'Vanvaas' teaser: Nana Patekar & Utkarsh Sharma's film explore family bonds, love and sacrifice

The teaser for Anil Sharma’s upcoming film, Vanvaas, has just dropped, offering a glimpse into an intense family drama led by veteran actor Nana Patekar and Utkarsh Sharma. Known for delivering hits like Gadar and Apne, Sharma is back with Zee Studios for a story that delves into the depth of family bonds, loyalty, and the sacrifices made for those we love. The film, promises to bring the audience a deeply emotional journey.

In the teaser, the filmmakers shared a heartfelt note: “Some stories bring us closer to family. This festive season, get ready for a journey through heartfelt emotions.” From the very beginning, Vanvaas sets a profound tone. It opens with a powerful Shloka that equates a father’s role to divinity, establishing the film’s emphasis on family connections. In the teaser, we see Nana Patekar’s character abandoned during a religious pilgrimage, appearing helpless and in need, but met with no response from his son. Scenes then move to Utkarsh Sharma’s character in prayer, ending with the heartbreaking image of Patekar’s funeral. The teaser closes with Patekar's character inquiring whether he should have left his son in a dustbin at birth, evoking the raw pain of a father neglected by his own child.

Vanvaas draws inspiration from the epic tale of Lord Ram’s exile in the Ramayana, using the metaphor of “vanvaas” (exile) to explore themes of family alienation and the emotional toll of parental neglect. The tagline hints that sometimes those closest to us lead us into exile, capturing the heartbreak of familial abandonment. Sharma has long been celebrated for his talent in depicting powerful family stories on screen, with Gadar and Apne resonating deeply with audiences for their emotional core. Here, Vanvaas is expected to bring the same depth, portraying family complexities in a way that connects with viewers of all generations.

With Nana Patekar’s intense, emotionally charged performance and Utkarsh Sharma’s role as the conflicted son, the film promises standout portrayals that explore the intricacies of loyalty and regret. Anil Sharma, who writes, directs, and produces the film, has worked with Utkarsh before in Gadar 2, building a collaborative dynamic that he brings into Vanvaas.

Distributed by Zee Studios, the film will hit the theatres on 20th December.