Meghalaya Honeymoon Murder Case to Be Made Into a Film: Family Member Gives Nod
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One of the most shocking real-life crimes of 2024 is now being turned into a feature film. The murder of Indore-based businessman Raja Raghuvanshi during his honeymoon in Meghalaya had left the nation horrified-and now, his story is being adapted for the silver screen.
Titled " Honeymoon in Shillong", the upcoming film is being helmed by director SP Nimbawat. The movie will explore the chilling sequence of events leading up to Raja’s tragic death, the police investigation that followed, and the dramatic arrests that included his own wife, Sonam Raghuvanshi , and her alleged lover, Raj Kushwaha.
The case drew nationwide attention earlier this year. In May, Raja had travelled to Meghalaya with his wife Sonam for their honeymoon. Days later, he went missing under mysterious circumstances. On June 2, his body was discovered in a deep gorge near a waterfall in Sohra, also known as Cherrapunji. What unfolded next was a disturbing tale of betrayal, conspiracy, and a planned murder involving multiple accused. Eight people were arrested in connection with the case, including Sonam and her suspected partner.
Now, with the family's consent, the story will be brought to audiences across the country. Speaking to media, Raja’s brother Sachin Raghuvanshi said the family decided to support the film to reveal the truth. “We gave our consent for the upcoming film on the murder case. We believe that if we do not bring the story of my brother’s murder on the big screen, people will not be able to know who was right and who was wrong" he said.
Another brother, Vipin Raghuvanshi, added that it was also important for the film to portray a balanced image of Meghalaya, where the incident occurred. “We want people to see the reality, but also understand that Meghalaya is a beautiful state with its own charm, not just the backdrop of a crime,” he explained.
Director SP Nimbawat echoed this sentiment, calling the film a cautionary tale about misplaced trust and betrayal. “Through our film, we want to give a message to the public that such incidents of betrayal should be stopped," he said. He also confirmed that the script is complete, and filming is expected to begin soon.
According to the director, about 80% of the shoot will take place in Indore, with the remaining 20% shot across scenic locations in Meghalaya to retain authenticity. The cast has not been revealed yet, but Nimbawat hinted that the team is aiming to present a powerful narrative that resonates with the audience.
Titled " Honeymoon in Shillong", the upcoming film is being helmed by director SP Nimbawat. The movie will explore the chilling sequence of events leading up to Raja’s tragic death, the police investigation that followed, and the dramatic arrests that included his own wife, Sonam Raghuvanshi , and her alleged lover, Raj Kushwaha.
The case drew nationwide attention earlier this year. In May, Raja had travelled to Meghalaya with his wife Sonam for their honeymoon. Days later, he went missing under mysterious circumstances. On June 2, his body was discovered in a deep gorge near a waterfall in Sohra, also known as Cherrapunji. What unfolded next was a disturbing tale of betrayal, conspiracy, and a planned murder involving multiple accused. Eight people were arrested in connection with the case, including Sonam and her suspected partner.
Now, with the family's consent, the story will be brought to audiences across the country. Speaking to media, Raja’s brother Sachin Raghuvanshi said the family decided to support the film to reveal the truth. “We gave our consent for the upcoming film on the murder case. We believe that if we do not bring the story of my brother’s murder on the big screen, people will not be able to know who was right and who was wrong" he said.
Another brother, Vipin Raghuvanshi, added that it was also important for the film to portray a balanced image of Meghalaya, where the incident occurred. “We want people to see the reality, but also understand that Meghalaya is a beautiful state with its own charm, not just the backdrop of a crime,” he explained.
Director SP Nimbawat echoed this sentiment, calling the film a cautionary tale about misplaced trust and betrayal. “Through our film, we want to give a message to the public that such incidents of betrayal should be stopped," he said. He also confirmed that the script is complete, and filming is expected to begin soon.
According to the director, about 80% of the shoot will take place in Indore, with the remaining 20% shot across scenic locations in Meghalaya to retain authenticity. The cast has not been revealed yet, but Nimbawat hinted that the team is aiming to present a powerful narrative that resonates with the audience.
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