Question 1

Why does Gangubai offering ice in drinks signal her elevated status in the film?

Accepted Answer

In 1950s India, refrigerators were rare and expensive, so offering ice was a gesture indicating posh life, as shown when Gangubai offers ice to Afsaan and a politician.

Question 2

Which real-life Kamathipura cinema halls were recreated for the film?

Accepted Answer

The art team created exact replicas of New Roshan Talkies, Alfred, and Gulshan cinema halls, which are popular venues in Kamathipura that still exist today.

Question 3

How did the COVID-19 lockdown affect the production and release of Gangubai Kathiawadi?

Accepted Answer

After 70% of filming was complete, a nationwide lockdown put the film on hold, delaying its release by a year until February 25, 2022.

Question 4

What notable collaboration between actor and director occurred after a long gap in this film?

Accepted Answer

Ajay Devgan teamed up with director Sanjay Leela Bhansali after 23 years, since their previous collaboration in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999).

Question 5

Which major international film festivals featured Gangubai Kathiawadi?

Accepted Answer

The film was an official selection at both the Berlin International Film Festival and the Moscow International Film Festival in 2022.

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