Big Kids movie night
Pravas
The story
Pravas (Gujarati: પ્રવાસ) is a 2025 Indian Gujarati family drama film directed and written by Vipul Sharma and produced by Jay Pandya and Rakesh Shah. It stars Vishal Thakkar, Jay Pandya, Komal Panchal, Nishma Soni and others. It was released on 7 November 2025.
The film follows the emotional journey of a young boy from a remote village whose dreams of visiting the city are challenged by his family's financial circumstances. It has been screened at several international film festivals and has received multiple awards, including recognition as Best Children's film at the Dhaka International Film Festival, where the Badal Rahman Award was presented in the presence of Iranian filmmaker Majid Majidi and Indian actress Sharmila Tagore.
Plot
Pravas tells the heartfelt story of Tino, a young boy from a humble village in Gujarat who dreams of visiting Ahmedabad after hearing enchanting tales about the city. When his school plans a trip there, Tino's excitement knows no bounds - until his family's financial struggles force him to stay behind. As his friends embark on the journey, Tino experiences his own emotional voyage, one that explores hope, longing, and the strength to find joy amidst hardship.
Cast
Vishal Thakkar as Tino
Jay Pandya as Hari
Komal Panchal as Lakshmi
Nishma Soni as Sapna
Pranshu Shah as Bachudiyo
Harsh Shah as Teacher
Nayan Chatrariya as Principal
Manisha Narkar as Sonalben
Vijay Solanki as Ghano
Sahil Patel as Jago
Hiranya Zinzuwadia as Devam
Vatshal Doshi as Pappu
Ansh Chokshi as Munno
Nitya Dave as Shreya
Kianaah Patel as Riya
Diya Kotak as Sonu
Lavya Shah as Dhruv
Parth Singod as Doctor
Production
The film was shot at a remote village in Gujarat.
Release
The film was released theatrically on 7 November 2025.