“Chaniya Toli” A Village Heist That Wins Hearts
Chaniya Toli Gujarati Movie Shines With Strong Women And Bold Ideas Watch Only On ShemarooMe
Some stories unfold quietly. Others arrive with a plan that feels a little too clever, a little too audacious, and almost unbelievable. Chaniya Toli belongs to the latter. Following a successful theatrical run and its emergence as the second-highest-grossing Gujarati film of 2025, Chaniya Toli is now streaming on ShemarooMe. With its digital premiere, ShemarooMe continues to bring stories that sit outside predictable formats.
This journey to streaming comes after a very strong box office run, with the film earning over ₹17 crore net in India and more than ₹20 crore worldwide, an impressive figure for a Gujarati release in 2025. Trade reports have called it a clear super-hit, noting that it recovered more than double its reported cost of around ₹5 crore, including production and promotions. For a regional film, such success signals how Gujarati cinema is growing in scale and confidence, and how audiences are now ready to back bold, village-based stories that feel fresh yet rooted.
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Chaniya Toli brings together popular actor Yash Soni with Netri Trivedi, Chetan Dahiya, Heena Varde, Maulik Nayak, Sohni Bhatt, Kalpana Gagdekar, Jay Bhatt, among others, in a story that blends purpose with playful rebellion. What begins as one man’s personal journey to find meaning in life soon turns into a mission to rescue a village caught in a crippling financial crisis. He comes up with an outrageous scheme to trick the people responsible for putting the villagers in this situation. What truly surprises the audience is how the women of the village step up as fearless changemakers, becoming the most crucial part of the whole operation. Because sometimes, plan evo hoi… ke koi mane nahi. The film asks a powerful question: What happens when ordinary people refuse to accept their fate and dare to execute the unthinkable?
Early reviews from Gujarati media have highlighted how the film mixes heist-style thrills with a light, comic touch, often described as a “laugh first, think later” ride that still leaves viewers with something to reflect on. Critics have also pointed out that the village setting and bank scam backdrop feel very real to Gujarati audiences, echoing concerns around debt, drought and local co-operative politics, while still keeping the tone engaging and hopeful.
Commenting on the digital premiere, actor Yash Soni shared, “Chaniya Toli stands out because it mixes humour, thrill, and a very unconventional idea. What drew me to the film was how unpredictable the story is. The movie revolves around a plan that raises eyebrows, triggers doubt, and then slowly pulls you in. It’s one of those films where you keep thinking it’s impossible, yet everything falls into place in the most entertaining way. The theatrical response was amazing and I am glad the film is now coming to ShemarooMe so more people can experience this madness.”
Yash Soni, already known to Gujarati viewers from hits like Shu Thayu and Naadi Dosh, has been praised here for his understated comic timing and easy rural charm. In user reviews, many fans call him “the Professor” of this Gujarati money heist, crediting his balance of confusion, courage and quick thinking for keeping the plot fun without losing its emotional weight.
With the digital premiere of Chaniya Toli, ShemarooMe continues to bring stories that sit outside predictable formats. The narrative beautifully interweaves moments where village women break societal expectations, prove their mettle in high-stakes situations, and emerge as the backbone of the movement. This isn’t just a heist film, it’s a celebration of community, courage, and the unstoppable spirit of women who dare to change their destiny.
This focus on women as drivers of the operation has drawn special attention from reviewers, who note how the housewives in the film move from worry and doubt to confidence and leadership. Rather than staying in the background, they plan, take risks and face danger on screen, offering a strong message about rural women’s strength, teamwork and quiet resilience in the face of power and corruption.
The film invites audiences to step into a world where logic is tested, intentions blur, and one unlikely plan keeps everyone guessing till the very end. Experience the madness and humour of ‘Chaniya Toli’ on ShemarooMe.
On social media, especially Gujarati cinema forums and Reddit threads, many viewers have called Chaniya Toli one of the most entertaining films of the year, often comparing its spirit to global heist shows but with a very local soul. Fans have shared that they enjoyed the twists, colourful costumes and folk-inspired music, while also applauding the way it keeps the village’s hardship visible beneath all the fun and chaos.
As it arrives on ShemarooMe on 15 January 2026, the film joins a growing slate of Gujarati titles on the platform, which has positioned itself as a hub for regional cinema, including earlier heist-comedy attempts like Gulaam Chor. For many families who missed the theatrical run, the OTT release offers an easy way to watch together at home, discover the now-famous “Chaniya gang”, and see why this village caper climbed into the top tier of Gujarati box office performers in 2025.
