Sunil Waikar
- Writer
- Director
- Producer
Sunil Waikar is a dynamic and creative filmmaker, director, and writer known for his ability to manage conceptual projects successfully from inception to completion. Renowned for his resourcefulness and innovation, he has consistently delivered impactful cinematic works even with limited resources and modest budgets. A high-impact contributor to the Marathi film industry, Sunil is celebrated for his storytelling depth, artistic vision, and commitment to socially relevant themes.
He has been a member of the Akhil Bhartiya Marathi Chitrapat Mahamandal related to the Film Federation of India since 2006 and the Film Writer Association in Mumbai since 1992. Throughout his career, Sunil has worked on several acclaimed films that showcase his versatility and passion for cinema. His notable works include Dagdabaichi Chal, a 35mm cinemascope film where he contributed as story writer, screenplay writer, and director. The film was released across Maharashtra and is now available on Fakta Marathi and YouTube. Another significant work, Zumbrya, also a 35mm cinemascope film, was written and directed by him. His film Dombari, which focused on the lives of the Kolhati and Dombari communities, earned him the Best Debut Director award at the NIFF International Film Festival in Nashik and the Best Gramin Chitrapat Puraskar from the Akhil Bhartiya Marathi Chitrapat Mahamandal Ambarnath. Sunil also directed Headline, a Super 16 cinemascope film based on social networking issues, which was released across Maharashtra and is available on Fakta Marathi and YouTube.
Beyond feature films, Sunil Waikar has made remarkable contributions to television and digital cinema. He worked as a screenplay and dialogue writer, as well as production coordinator, for Doordarshan projects such as Navi Pahat based on the National Award-winning book Manus Maze Naav, Sankraman inspired by Satva kadambari, and Pachola. He also served as chief associate director and writer for several digital films, including Tuka Akasha Yevdha, Kaniphnath, Jay Jay Raghuveer Samartha, and Sant Janabai, collaborating with reputed production houses like Sumeet Cassettes and Zee Music.
In addition to films, Sunil has directed and written for various video albums, showcasing his deep understanding of Maharashtra's cultural and devotional music traditions. His direction and creative input can be seen in projects like Sai Palkhi Bhajane and Maharashtrachi Lokdhara, as well as numerous other popular albums such as Antichi Ganti, Bhajni Rangla Pandurang, Dimadichya Talavar, Mandhar Maza Maher, Vithu Mauli, and Nonstop Koligeete 38. Having contributed to the making of over 250 video albums, he continues to be regarded as one of the most dedicated and multifaceted creative professionals in the Marathi entertainment industry.
With exceptional skills in creative writing, teamwork, time management, screenplay development, and leadership, Sunil Waikar remains an inspiring figure who continues to create meaningful, culturally rooted, and thought-provoking cinema that resonates deeply with audiences.
He has been a member of the Akhil Bhartiya Marathi Chitrapat Mahamandal related to the Film Federation of India since 2006 and the Film Writer Association in Mumbai since 1992. Throughout his career, Sunil has worked on several acclaimed films that showcase his versatility and passion for cinema. His notable works include Dagdabaichi Chal, a 35mm cinemascope film where he contributed as story writer, screenplay writer, and director. The film was released across Maharashtra and is now available on Fakta Marathi and YouTube. Another significant work, Zumbrya, also a 35mm cinemascope film, was written and directed by him. His film Dombari, which focused on the lives of the Kolhati and Dombari communities, earned him the Best Debut Director award at the NIFF International Film Festival in Nashik and the Best Gramin Chitrapat Puraskar from the Akhil Bhartiya Marathi Chitrapat Mahamandal Ambarnath. Sunil also directed Headline, a Super 16 cinemascope film based on social networking issues, which was released across Maharashtra and is available on Fakta Marathi and YouTube.
Beyond feature films, Sunil Waikar has made remarkable contributions to television and digital cinema. He worked as a screenplay and dialogue writer, as well as production coordinator, for Doordarshan projects such as Navi Pahat based on the National Award-winning book Manus Maze Naav, Sankraman inspired by Satva kadambari, and Pachola. He also served as chief associate director and writer for several digital films, including Tuka Akasha Yevdha, Kaniphnath, Jay Jay Raghuveer Samartha, and Sant Janabai, collaborating with reputed production houses like Sumeet Cassettes and Zee Music.
In addition to films, Sunil has directed and written for various video albums, showcasing his deep understanding of Maharashtra's cultural and devotional music traditions. His direction and creative input can be seen in projects like Sai Palkhi Bhajane and Maharashtrachi Lokdhara, as well as numerous other popular albums such as Antichi Ganti, Bhajni Rangla Pandurang, Dimadichya Talavar, Mandhar Maza Maher, Vithu Mauli, and Nonstop Koligeete 38. Having contributed to the making of over 250 video albums, he continues to be regarded as one of the most dedicated and multifaceted creative professionals in the Marathi entertainment industry.
With exceptional skills in creative writing, teamwork, time management, screenplay development, and leadership, Sunil Waikar remains an inspiring figure who continues to create meaningful, culturally rooted, and thought-provoking cinema that resonates deeply with audiences.
