Upon its release on , the film received a mixed but largely positive response from critics and audiences alike.
: The film is inspired by the 1991 Sylvester Stallone movie Oscar , but it is uniquely adapted to a Maharashtrian rural setting. It won several Zee Gaurav Awards, including Best Film and Best Director. marathi movie ek daav dhobi pachad
: In a clever meta-reference, when Ashok Saraf and Kishori Shahane reunite on screen, the romantic song "Aga Hema Majya Prema" subtly plays in the background. This is a direct callback to their yesteryear hit film Maza Pati Karodpati , where they originally played on-screen lovers. Upon its release on , the film received