Maddock Films is celebrating the fifth anniversary of Bala, the 2019 satirical comedy that not only left audiences in splits but also sparked important conversations about social issues. Directed by Amar Kaushik and produced by Dinesh Vijan, Bala became a hit, thanks to its fresh narrative and stellar performances. Starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Bhumi Pednekar, and Yami Gautam, the film explored the insecurities of a young man suffering from male pattern baldness, tackling issues like body image, societal pressures, and colorism with a humorous yet sensitive touch.
To mark the milestone, the official Maddock Films handle on X (formerly Twitter) released a fun behind-the-scenes (BTS) video, giving fans a glimpse of the camaraderie and laughter that went on during the making of the film. The tweet read, “It’s been 5 years since #Bala brought us laughs, lessons, and love! Here’s a sneak peek at some fun moments from behind the scenes.”
The video and the heartfelt message from the team brought back fond memories of the film's success, with fans reminiscing about the quirky humor and impactful performances that made Bala a beloved film.
Bala revolves around Balmukund Shukla (Ayushmann Khurrana), a man from Kanpur dealing with premature baldness and the social stigma that comes with it. The film combines humor and satire to address not only hair loss but also the harsh realities of colorism and societal perceptions of beauty. Set against the backdrop of Kanpur, Mumbai, and Lucknow, the movie also showcased a strong supporting cast, including Javed Jaffrey, Saurabh Shukla, Seema Pahwa, Abhishek Banerjee, and more.
Upon its release, Bala was both a critical and commercial success, grossing 172 crore at the box office.
On the work front, Ayushmann Khurrana is reuniting with Maddock Films for their next collaboration, Thama, following the success of Bala. Fans are eagerly anticipating the duo’s next venture, hoping it will bring the same mix of heart, humor, and social awareness that made Bala such a standout film.
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