'Honeymoon in Shillong': Movie on Raja Raghuvanshi murder case is only '50% true', claims brother
Honeymoon in Shillong, movie on Raja Raghuvanshi's murder case in the works, but who's making it?
Titled Honeymoon in Shillong, the upcoming film is being helmed by director SP Nimbawat. It will delve into the events leading up to Raja Raghuvanshi's murder, the subsequent police investigation, and the shocking arrests, including those of his wife, Sonam, and her alleged lover, Raj Kushwaha. During a press conference with ANI, Raja's brother, Vipin Raghuvanshi, shared that the script is nearly finished and should be completed in about a month and a half. When asked about the cast and crew, he mentioned only the director's name and chose not to reveal any details about the actors involved.
#WATCH | Indore, MP | On the movie, 'Honeymoon in Shillong', based on the murder case of his brother Raja Raghuvanshi, Vipin Raghuvanshi says, "...Sonam damaged the reputation of Meghalaya. This movie will have a positive impact on the state by portraying it in a favourable… pic.twitter.com/816V120h3L
Will Honeymoon in Shillong be entirely true?
According to the victim's brother, Vipin Raghuvanshi, the upcoming film Honeymoon in Shillong will depict roughly 50% of the true events surrounding the case. The rest is expected to be fictionalized, with the filmmakers taking creative liberties to make the story more engaging for viewers. While the core narrative, including the murder, investigation, and arrests, will stay rooted in reality, some elements such as character interactions, specific scenes, or subplots may be altered or dramatized. Vipin stressed the need to treat the real-life tragedy with care, while also giving the creators space to craft a version of the story that connects with audiences on an emotional level.
Honeymoon in Shillong director SP Nimbawat talks about the film
ANI also spoke to SP Nimbawat, who said that they are in the process of deciding which Bollywood actors will be cast in the movie. He mentioned that the script and story have been approved by the victim's family, and the team is now moving full throttle with the production.
#WATCH | Indore, MP | On the movie, 'Honeymoon in Shillong', based on the murder case of Raja Raghuvanshi, the director of the movie, SP Nimbawat says, "...It is a murder mystery...We will ensure that the movie is good and that talented Bollywood actors play the roles. The… pic.twitter.com/Bb3sVwJ9Kt
What is the Raja Raghuvanshi murder case?
Raja Raghuvanshi, a 29-year-old businessman from Indore, was murdered in a shocking incident during his honeymoon in Meghalaya in May–June 2025. He disappeared after a trek near Wei Sawdong Falls, and his body was discovered on June 2 in a gorge, showing severe head injuries believed to be caused by a machete.
The investigation revealed that his wife, Sonam Raghuvanshi, had allegedly planned the murder with the help of her lover, Raj Kushwaha, and three hired men, Akash Rajput, Anand Kurmi, and Vishal Chauhan. Sonam surrendered to authorities two weeks later in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh.
All five main accused are currently in judicial custody, while three others involved in aiding the crime or destroying evidence have also been arrested, with some granted bail. Raja's brother, Vipin Raghuvanshi, is actively pursuing justice, calling for narco-analysis tests and opposing bail for the accused
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