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Cycle is a Marathi language comedy-drama movie released in 2018 directed by Prakash Kunte. The film stars Hrishikesh Joshi, Priyadarshan Jadhav, Bhau Kadam, and others in prominent roles. The story revolves around the life of three friends Keshya, Bonya, and Dhanshree, who pursue their passion of a cycle race despite facing different challenges in their personal lives.

The movie portrays the lifestyle of middle-class families in India where buying a cycle itself is a luxury. Keshya, Bonya, and Dhanshree share an inseparable bond since their childhood and their love for cycle racing unites them. They end up sharing a cycle and contribute towards the dream of owning a new cycle together. Keshya, played by Hrishikesh Joshi, is a responsible and hard-working high school teacher, who has a dream of participating in a cycle race. Bonya, played by Bhau Kadam, is a funny yet determined character who belongs to an impoverished family and struggles to meet his ends. Dhanshree, played by Priyadarshan Jadhav, is a young and ambitious girl who dreams of making it big in her cycling career.

The trio sets out on a journey to make their cycle racing dream come true, but face different hurdles on their way. Keshya comes from a family where his daughter requires a major surgery, and he struggles to balance his family and his passion for cycling. Bonya has to grapple with poverty, disapproval from his father, and discrimination due to his caste. Dhanshree also faces a cultural barrier where she has to prove herself in a male-dominated sport.

As they move forward with their cycle racing journey, they come across a cycling coach named Pandya, played by Sangram Desai, who takes them under his wings and trains them for the race. Pandya is a former cycling champion who lost his career due to his poor financial condition. He sees the potential in the trio and decides to mentor them without any charges. Pandya's character lifts the spirit of Cycle, he adds a motivational touch, and his witty dialogues add charm to the film.

The story unfolds with the struggles and challenges that Keshya, Bonya, and Dhanshree face on their journey. The movie highlights the significance of dreaming deeply, believing in oneself, and never giving up on your passion. Cycle also carries the message of sportsmanship, friendship, and the importance of determination and perseverance.

The movie focuses on how passion and love for a particular sport can bring people together, irrespective of their backgrounds or social status. Besides, it sheds light on the issues of poverty, discrimination, and financial hardships that plague the Indian middle-class society.

The music of the movie is soft and subtle, which complements the storyline beautifully. The cinematography is commendable and the scenic beauty of Pune, Maharashtra depicts a vibrant and picturesque location. The dialogues of the movie are hilarious and contain a rich Marathi essence.

Cycle is a feel-good movie that contains a perfect blend of comedy, drama, and emotions. It is a get-away-from-the-daily-routine kind of movie, inspiring and motivational in spirit. The movie showcases the scenic beauty of Maharashtra that can leave one mesmerized. Hence, if one is looking for a heartfelt, humorous, and relatable movie, then Cycle should be on their list.

Cycle is a 2018 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 8.0.