Truth Rising from Dust-Covered Police Files — ‘Sagwaan’ Brings the Dark Face of Superstition to the Big Screen

It is often said that police case files never speak — but when the cries hidden inside them are heard by a sensitive mind, a film like Sagwaan is born.

Udaipur’s courageous police officer Himanshu Singh Rajawat has captured the dignity of the khaki uniform and the bitter realities of society in a powerful film that is soon set to hit theatres.

Faith or Blind Fear? The Film Raises Disturbing Questions

Set amidst the teak forests of southern Rajasthan, the story of Sagwaan  goes far beyond a simple murder mystery. The film delivers a sharp blow to superstitions that continue to claim innocent lives even in the age of science. Its narrative challenges a piercing question:

When faith turns into fear — why does humanity cross the limits of cruelty?

A Police Officer on Duty — On Screen and in Spirit

The film’s strongest highlight is Himanshu Singh Rajawat himself. Watching a real-life police officer portray policing on screen promises a rare cinematic experience. Rajawat not only plays the lead role but has also written and directed the film — proving that a police officer can reform society not only through law enforcement, but also through the power of cinema.

“This story is not a photocopy of a single case — it is the essence of hundreds of incidents from my career, where I saw humanity bow down before superstition,”
— Himanshu Singh Rajawat

A Stellar Ensemble Cast

The film features seasoned Bollywood actors who bring depth and intensity to the narrative:

Sayaji Shinde — known for his commanding screen presence

Milind Gunaji — master of mystery and layered performances

Ehsaan Khan and Rashmi Mishra — adding emotional strength to the storyline

Earthy Realism Rooted in Rajasthan

Producers Prakash Menaria and Arjun Paliwal have ensured that the film remains deeply connected to Rajasthan’s cultural soil. The dialects, landscapes, and raw environment of Dharivad and Pratapgarh lend the film an authenticity that makes it feel closer to reality than fiction. With a UA certificate from the Censor Board, audiences now eagerly await its release date.