# TVF enters Marathi cinema with Bayangi folklore comedy 2026-08-09T02:20:11+00:00 | Entertainment | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet The Viral Fever (TVF) has announced its first Marathi film, Bayangi: Palaychi Nahi, Talaychi, a supernatural comedy thriller set in the Konkan region. It is inspired by the folklore of Bayangi, a spirit trapped inside a coconut that can bring prosperity but at a dangerous price. The story follows four bachelors who find a Bayangi and believe they have found a shortcut to a luxurious life, only to discover that every wish comes with a terrifying cost. Directed by Abhay Raut, known for Gullak Season 5, the film stars Amey Wagh, Hardeek Joshi, Manmeet Pem and Avinash Khedekar. The announcement was made on August 8, 2026. ## Coverage - bollywoodhungama.com Tags: Abhay Raut, Amey Wagh, Bayangi, folklore, Marathi film, TVF Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/tvf-enters-marathi-cinema-with-bayangi-folklore-comedy/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/tvf-enters-marathi-cinema-with-bayangi-folklore-comedy/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.