Shirdi’s 24-hour journey of faith on screen

MUMBAI: Gopi Films, in collaboration with the Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust, Shirdi, has unveiled 24 Hours Inside the Temple – Shirdi, a soulful documentary that captures a full day in the life of one of India’s most revered spiritual centres.

Directed by Harsh Pandya and Shekhar Jha, the film takes viewers on a mesmerising journey through a complete 24-hour cycle at the sacred Shri Sai Baba Temple, from the first light of dawn to the quiet reverence of midnight prayers. It offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the seamless rhythm of faith, devotion and seva (selfless service) that sustains Shirdi’s spiritual heartbeat.

More than a visual diary of rituals, the film reflects the humanity and humility that define true service. As the filmmakers describe it, every frame pays tribute to the countless individuals who work quietly, sincerely and selflessly to keep the temple alive around the clock.

Lending his voice to the film’s trailer in both Hindi and English, actor Shreyas Talpade called the experience “a feeling, not a performance.” He said, “This documentary isn’t just about rituals; it’s about the heartbeat of faith that never stops. Lending my voice helped me experience the devotion and discipline that define Seva.”

Produced as a non-commercial project, 24 Hours Inside the Temple – Shirdi is an offering of gratitude rather than a production for profit. Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust chief executive officer Goraksha Gadilkar said, “The Shirdi Sansthan’s service system is devotion in action. This project captures that living spirit of Seva which continues, day and night, without expectation.”

Set to premiere in January 2026 on the official digital platforms of the Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust, the documentary is a gentle reminder that true devotion isn’t found only in prayer, it’s alive in every act of service.