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Trailer of ‘Swargandharva Sudhir Phadke’ launched by Raj Thackeray

Sudhir Phadke Biopic, Sunil Barve, Mrunmayee Deshpande
Sudhir Phadke Biopic, Sunil Barve, Mrunmayee Deshpande

‘Swargandharva Sudhir Phadke’ a biopic on the life of legendary Singer and Music director Sudhir Phadke is now all set to release on 1st May. Recently, the trailer of this film, was launched by MNS Chief Mr. Raj Thaceray in presence of artistes on this film and invites. During this ceremony the songs of this film based on ‘Geetramayan’ were played .

Swargandharva Sudhir Phadke launched by Raj Thackeray
Swargandharva Sudhir Phadke launched by Raj Thackeray

The film will not only present the songs of Sudhir Phadke through this film but also those of other singers, who were closely associated with him. There will be total 27 songs in this film, which will be a real treat to music lovers. Presented by Saurabh Gadgil, , Produced by Saurabh Gadgil and Yogesh Deshpande and written and directed by Yogesh Deshpande, this film stars Sunil Barve, Mrunmayee Deshpande, Sagar Talashikar, Milind Phatak, Aadish Vaidya, Sukhada Khandkekar , Apurva Modak, Avinash Narkar, Sharad Ponkshe, Uday Sabnis, Chinmay Patvardhan, Nikhil Raut, Vibhavari Deshpande, Dhiresh Joshi and Paritosh Pradhan in lead roles.

‘Thipkyanchi Rangoli’ celebrates 100 successful episodes

'Thipkyanchi Rangoli' Marathi Serial cast Shashank Kanitkar, Apoorva Vartak
‘Thipkyanchi Rangoli’ Marathi Serial cast Shashank Kanitkar, Apoorva Vartak

Popular Marathi serial ‘Thipkyanchi Rangoli’ on Star Pravah completed 100 episodes last week. Known for promoting the Joint happy family culture and set on the backdrop of Nashik city, this serial directed by Girish Mohite had invited  very good response among home viewers in all age groups. This is mainly because of the representation of different age groups in the form of various characters played by combination of new and experienced talented artistes.

The highlight of celebrating the 100 episodes coincided with the marriage ceremony of the lead characters Shashank Kanitkar and Apoorva Vartak played by Chetan Wadnere  and Dnyanada Ramtirthkar and the arrival of Apoorva’s mother Dr. Anjali from USA. The different rituals during the wedding also saw many guest appearances in the form of celebrities associated with other Marathi serials from Star Pravah.

The Marathi version of this entertaining serial is based on original Bengalee serial on this subject. Now, this serial is also made in other languages like Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada on television, which speaks about the popularity of Joint family culture even in today’s time.

‘Law of Love’ all set for release on 4th February

J Uday and Shalvi in 'Law of Love'
J Uday and Shalvi in ‘Law of Love’

On the auspicious day of Makar Sankranti, debutant actor and producer J. Uday has announced on social media, the release date of his new Marathi film ‘Law of Love’. The film produced under the banner of Vedika Film Creations will be released all over Maharashtra, during the Valentine month on 4th February 2022.

'Law of Love ' Marathi Film
‘Law of Love ‘ Marathi Film

 Newcomer Shalvi Shah is the leading lady of this film opposite actor J. Uday. The other artistes of this film are, Mohan Joshi, Yatin Karyekar, Anil Nagarkar, Ravi Kadam, Yogesh Pawar, Sachin Maske as well as actress Prachi Palwe in important roles. Speaking about his film actor- producer J. Uday says,” We are in readiness to reveal the new vocabulary of love through the language of a film. And, we are sure to win the hearts of audiences through this film.”

Team of ‘Yedyavani Kartay’ song shoot non stop 36 hours in rains

It is always challenging task to shoot a song during rainy season. Though the theme of the song needs a rainy atmosphere, sometimes the non stop heavy rains spoil the schedule. However, the team of director Abhijit Dani and artistes Shraddha pawar and Neel Chavan on whom ‘Yedyavani Kartay’ song is picturised this song video for non stop 36 hours, inspite of continuous rain. The director very much wanted to shoot in rainy atmosphere to suit the romantic mood and the artistes and entire team worked hard to make it possible.

This Gavran song presented by Nadkhula music has been released now, which is composed by Sanju Rathod and G Spark. Sanju Rathod and Sonali Sonavane have remndered their voices for this song picturised on Shraddha Pawar and Neel Chavan. This song presenting first love was shot in the lush green fields at Igatpuri. Speaking on this occasion, Producers Nikhi Namit and Prashant Nakti said that Nadkhula Music believes in giving an opportunity to new talent and accordingly they gave an opportunity to fresh singer and music director Sanju Rathod from Jalgaon through this music video.

Yedyavani Kartay, Marathi song, Shraddha Pawar, Sonali Sonawane
Yedyavani Kartay, Marathi song, Shraddha Pawar, Sonali Sonawane

अभिनेत्री पायल कबरे झळकणार ‘तू गणराया’ या गाण्यात

गणरायाच्या आगमनाने सर्वत्र मंगलमय आणि उत्साही वातावरण पाहायला मिळतंय. ह्या काळात गणेशभक्तांच्या भेटीसाठी काही विशेष आणि नवीन मराठी गाणी प्रेक्षकांच्या भेटीस आलेली आपल्याला पाहायला मिळते.  अशाच एका ‘तू गणराया’ या गाण्याने प्रेक्षकांच्या हृदयाचा ठोकाच चुकविला आहे. .

Payal Kabre actress
Payal Kabre actress

‘तू गणराया…’ या गाण्यामधे एका नव विवाहित जोडप्याने गणरायाच्या आगमनाची तयारी कशी केली, शिवाय अतुट नात  जपत, बायकोला प्रोत्साहन देत, आणि स्वतः पुढाकार घेऊन एका नवीन परंपरेचा श्री गणेशा या गाण्यातून सादर केला. अभिनेता सिद्धार्थ खिरिद आणि अभिनेत्री पायल कबरे यांनी या गाण्यात अभिनय आणि नृत्याच्या जोरावर गाण्याची शोभा वाढविली. तर सचिन आंबात दिग्दर्शित असलेल्या या गाण्याचे बोलही त्यांनीच लिहिले आहेत. गायिका स्नेहा महाडीक आणि गायक रोहित ननवरे यांनी आपल्या सुमधुर आवाजाची जादू या गाण्यातून प्रेक्षकांना प्रत्यक्षात अनुभवण्यास दिली. रोहित ननवरे यांनी या गाण्याला संगीतबद्ध देखील केले आहे.

‘स्वप्न स्वरूप प्रॉडक्शन’ च्या  ‘स्वप्न स्वरूप’ युट्युब चॅनेलवर याचा प्रेक्षक मनमुराद आनंद घेत येईल  नवसंदेश देणाऱ्या या गाण्याचे सादरीकरण पाहून माजी सांस्कृतिक मंत्री विनोदजी तावडे यांनी या टीम चे विशेष कौतुका केले आहे.

‘स्वामिनी’ मालिकेतील रंजक वळण, काय करेल आता रमा?

'Swamini' serial, Revati Lele, Srushti Pagare
‘Swamini’ serial, Revati Lele, Srushti Pagare

कलर्स मराठीवरील ‘स्वामिनी’ ही मालिका आता रंजक वळणावर येऊ पोहचली आहे. निरागसपणे वाड्यात बागडत, हसण्याने सार्‍यांना मोहात पाडात, आणि पेशवाई संस्कारात घडत आपल्या रमाबाई मोठ्या झाल्या आणि शनिवारवाड्यात आल्या. शनिवार वाड्यातील रमाबाईंचा प्रवास तसा कठीणच. गोपिकाबाईंसोबतच आता त्यांना माधवरावांचे देखील मन जिंकायचे आहे. या प्रवासामध्ये अनेक आव्हानांना त्यांना सामोरी जावे लागले, आणि अजूनही जावे लागते आहे. त्यांच्यासमोर आलेल्या अनेक कठीण प्रसंगामधून आजवर रमाबाई नेहेमीच बाहेर पडल्या.

माधवरावांचा अबोला, गोपिकाबाईंची नाराजगी आणि आनंदीबाईंची कट कारस्थान ज्याविषयी रमाबाई अनभिज्ञ आहेत, पण कधी पार्वतीबाई तर कधी सावित्रबाईंच्या मदतीने आजवर रमाबाईंनी यातून मार्ग काढण्याचा सतत प्रयत्न केला… आणि यामध्येच आता रमाबाईंची सगळयात मोठी कसोटी लागणार आहे… माधवरावांवर अचानक हल्ला होणार असून रमाबाई माधवरावांना कश्या वाचवतील ? त्या आपल्या सौभाग्याच रक्षण कसे करतील ? हे बघणे रंजक असणार आहे. या प्रसंगानंतर रमाबाई – माधवराव यांच्यातील दुरावा मिटेल ? गोपिकाबाईंचे मन रमाबाई जिंकू शकतील ? हे लवकरच कळेल. तेंव्हा नक्की बघा स्वामिनी मालिका सोम ते शनि रात्री ८.३० वा. आपल्या कलर्स मराठीवर. माधवरावांच्या मनामध्ये असलेले रमाबाईबद्दलच्या भावना ते व्यक्त करू शकतील का?

या घटनेनंतर गोपिकाबाई आणि रमाबाई यांचे नाते कोणते वळण घेईल ? माधवराव रमाबाईं यांच्यात प्रेम फुलेल का ? हे जाणून घेण्यासाठी बघत रहा ‘स्वामिनी’ मालिका कलर्स मराठीवर.

Writers, Professors and Researchers unite for script writing of ‘Punyashlok Ahilyadevi’

History based films and biopics on the lives of renowned persons need a lot of research and perfection, which ultimately find very good response from the audience. It is for this reason, Producer Balasaheb Karnavar Patil and director Dilip Bhosale have invited Dr. Murhari Kele to head the team of 20 respected writers and literary experts to work on the script of their film, ‘Punyashlok Ahilyadevi’ .

Writers, Filmmakers of 'Punyashlok Ahilyadevi' Movie
Writers, Filmmakers of ‘Punyashlok Ahilyadevi’ Movie

It is perhaps for the first time that such a big team of experts has been engaged by a Marathi film maker to create something authentic and big. The well known writers from different parts of Maharashtra associated with Dr. Murhari Kele are, Dr.Mahesh Kharat, Dr.Ramkishan Dahifale, Govind Kale, Editor- writer Prof. Ganesh Namdev Hake, Annasaheb Jahagirdar, Prof. Mukund valekar, Dr. Kishan Mane, Dr.Devidas Pote, Dr. Arun Gawde, Dr.Suryakant Kadakne, Dr.Vivek Kele, Sunil Ganesh Matkar, Laxman More, Govind kale, Bapusaheb Shinde, Madhavi Sanjay Shinde, Niharika Khondale, Yogesh Khairnar and actor Samir Vijayan.

‘Choricha Mamla’ is set for release on 31st January 2020

Known for his variety of roles portrayed through Marathi films during the past few years, Priyadarshan Jadhav has also proved his skills as a screenplay writer and director. So, after ‘Maska’, his next film as a director will be ‘Choricha Mamla’, which is all set for release on 31st January 2020 all over Maharashtra.

Aniket Vishwasrao, Kshitee Jog, Amruta Khanvilkar, Jitendra Joshi, Hemant Dhome, Kirti Mehendale
Aniket Vishwasrao, Kshitee Jog, Amruta Khanvilkar, Jitendra Joshi, Hemant Dhome, Kirti Mehendale

Poster of this film has already been launched on social media. The film’s star cast comprises of big names like Jitendra Joshi , Amruta Khanvilkar, Hemant Dhome, Aniket Vishwasrao, Kshitee Jog & Kirti Mehendale. Another highlight of this film is that a Dog with the name of Leo will also play and important role in this film.

Presented by Everest Entertainment the film has been produced by Sudhakar Omale, Aakash Pendharkar, Sachin Narkar, Vikas Pawar, Smita Omle. Priyadarshan has also written the story of this film besides director. Poster of this film clearly indicates that it will offer total entertainment.

Marathi film ‘Copy’ gets ready for release on 8th November

The word ‘Copy’ is related to many things. But, when it is used in education field, it has a negative meaning. Those involved in ‘Copy’ and caught red handed by examiners get severe punishment, which may sometimes spoil their career prospects. Marathi film ‘Copy’ is generally attempted by those students who try to score marks by unlawful means in schools and colleges exams, but they are not aware of the repercussions if caught by examiners.

Poonam Rane, Anshuman Vichare, Jagannath Nivangune in Movie 'Copy'
Poonam Rane, Anshuman Vichare, Jagannath Nivangune in Movie ‘Copy’

Ganesh Ramchandra Patil who had the idea of making a Marathi film on this subject, has himself turned a producer of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Copy’ which will be presented by Palash Bhimji Vadhan’s Bharat Exim. It is directed by director duo- Dayasagar Wankhede and Hemant Dabhade, who have also written the screenplay of this film. Education being so important for all, today some people have been using it as a market for their selfish gains. Under such circumstance, how important is the role of teachers? The theme of ‘Copy’ is based on this aspect.

The star cast of this film is unique. Anshuman Vichare who is generally seen playing comedy roles, will be seen in a serious type of teacher’s role in this film and Jagannath Nivangune,who is always seen plying the character of Police officer will also be seen in teacher’s role. They find the support of big team of talented artistes like Milind Shinde, Kamlesh Sawant,Suresh Vishwakarma,Neeta Donde,Neel Nagarkar, Rahul Belapurkar, Ashutosh Wadkar, Poonam Rane, Saurabh Sutar, Praveen kapade, Ravi Virkar, Shraddha Sawant, Andesh Madushingkar, Pratik Lad, Rohit Sonavane, Pratiksha Sable,Shivaji Patne, Sikandar Mulani, Aarti Pathak, Siddhi Parkar, Sanika Nirmal, Siddhi Patane & Vidya Bhagwat.

Having already made its impact during its screening at various film festivals like Asian Film Festival, Los Angeles Film Fest, 55th Maharashtra State Awards and Sanskruti Kaladarpan Awards, this film is now all set for release on 8th November 2019.

“Smita Tambe is an intense actress” – Saif Ali Khan

The second version of much talked about web series ‘Sacred Games’ has been launched on Netflix recently. And in this second version we find Marathi actress Smita Tambe making her presence felt in the role of a Forensic expert Rama who is assisting Inspector Sartaj Singh in the investigation of nuclear bomb chain.

Actress Smita Tambe, 'Saavat' movie producerActress Smita Tambe, 'Saavat' movie producer
Actress Smita Tambe, ‘Saavat’ movie producer

There is no doubt about the praise Smita has been receiving from the viewers , but what is more important is the compliment she has received from her co star in this series Saif Ali Khan. Speaking about this compliment, Smita says, “I have been a great fan of Saif Ali Khan for past several years. I am working with him for the first time. He is such a nice person who is always friendly with his co stars when not shooting. But, turns serious when in front of camera. During the shooting, he was so impressed with my work that he complimented me saying that I was a very intense actress. And this compliment is very special for me.”

Marathi movie 'Saavat'
Smita Tambe in Marathi movie ‘Saavat’

In this series Smita plays the character of Rama who is originally from Vidharbh , Maharashtra and living in Sewree, Mumbai . She joins the Police after the 26/11 attack on Mumbai, so that she could do something for the country. She is expert in decoding the secret messages received from terrorists who are preparing their attack on Mumbai.

Actress Smita Tambe's Glamorous photo
Actress Smita Tambe’s Glamorous photo

Incidentally, Smita Tambe has worked for the first time with director Neeraj Ghaywan. Praising his style of work, Smita says, “He is a different type of director, who does not load the artist much before the scene. In fact, he just explains the scene in brief and allows the artistes to perform in their own way and this helps the artiste to prove his or her mettle.”