Poster of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Atrocity’ unveiled
Realistic Marathi films besides entertaining the audience also present the truth before them. Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Atrocity‘ also promises the same. Recently, poster of this film was unveiled in a special ceremony at the hands of famous Hindi film writer and director Dilip Shukla. This film produced by Dr. Rajendra Padole and directed by Deepak Kadam will be released on 12th January 2018. This realistic subject in the film, also finds support of music composed by Amar- Ramlaxman. Popular singers like Anandi Joshi, Vaishali Samant, Janhavi Prabhu Arora, Nandesh Umap, Shashikant Umbare & Sourabh P Srivastav have rendered their voices for the songs in this film.
Cinematography of ‘Atrocity‘ is by Rajesh Rathod, while art direction is by Madhu Kamble. Screenplay and dialogues are by Rajan Surve & Mangesh Kedar. The film introduces a new pair Rushabh Padole & Pooja Jaiswal in the company of versatile artistes like Yatin Karyekar, Lekha Rane, Ganesh Yadav, Vijay Kadam, Surekha Kudchi, Dr. Nishigandha Wad, Kamlesh Surve, Raju More, Jyoti Patil and Shailesh Dhanavade.
‘Goshta Tashi Gamtichi’ all set to score unbeaten 400
Shashank Ketkar’s debut Marathi play ‘Goshta Tashi Gamtichi‘ is all set to score unbeaten 400, when this play will perform its 400th show on the auspicious Padwa day during Diwali on 20th October 2017. Highlight of this play is that ever since its launch three years ago, there has been no replacement of artistes for all the 399 shows performed till date. For Shashank Ketkar and Leena Bhagwat this is their first play to reach the 400 mark.
Speaking on this occasion, lead actress Leena Bhagwat said, “This play has given all of us a total satisfaction and happiness. Those who saw this play showered on us the love and affection as family members. And, watching their overwhelming response, we tried to do something different for every new show we performed. This helped us to retain the freshness in the play“. Mangesh kadam, who also plays lead character in this film said that this play received the same kind of appreciation abroad, as much it received from the audience in Maharashtra.
Produced by Nandu Kadam under the banner of Sonal Productions, ‘Goshta Tashi Gamtichi’ play is written by Mihir Rajda and directed by Advait Dadarkar. Music by Abhijit Pendharkar, costumes by Amita Khopkar, Production design by Pradeep Patil and light effects by Ravi Karmarkar are the other credits.
” ‘Thank U Vitthala’ is a very important film for me”- Mahesh Manjrekar
After a long time Mahesh Manjrekar and Makarand Anaspure are performing together in forthcoming Marathi film ‘Thank U Vitthala‘, which is all set to release on 3rd November 2017. Recently, music of this film was released at the hands of Mahesh Manjrekar, in presence of other dignitaries from Marathi film industry. Speaking on this occasion, the actor turned film maker said, “This film is very important for me, as after a long time myself and Makarand Anaspure have worked together. We really enjoyed working together and I am sure, the audience would also enjoy this film.”
‘Thank U Vitthala‘ presents the story of one such person who is fed up of his life. But, during his life journey, he finds the company of Vitthala, which changes his life. According to the producers of this film Govardhan Kale, Gaurav Kale and Anjali Singh, the film has been presented with a timely message, through entertaining sequences. Besides Mahesh Manjrekar and Makarand Anaspure, the film also has a big team of versatile artistes comprising of Deepak Shirke, Kamalesh Sawant, Smita Shewale, Sunil Godbole, Pradeep Patwardhan, Kishore Chougule, Jaywant Wadkar, Yogesh Shirsat, Abhijit Chavan, Mousami Tondvalkar, Purvee Bhave, Teja Devkar, Yakub Sayyad, Arun Ghadigaonkar, Arun Takle, Santosh Kevde, Milind Safai, Sangram Sardeshmukh, Rajendra Jadhav, Shailesh Pitambare, Antun Ghodke, Anand Joshi, Amir Shaikh, Manisha Raut, Shiva along with Child artiste Varad.
Story and direction by Devendra Jadhav, cinematography by Dinesh Singh, art by Anil Gunjal, editing by Ajay Naik and music by Rohan-Rohan are the other credits of this film.
Fakta Marathi to offer Diwali Special Films
Come Diwali and every TV channel prepares special programme for the biggest festival of the year. In order to make this Diwali special for their home viewers, Fakta Marathi channel has planned to offer a package of five selected entertaining films. These films will be shown daily at 11 am during the period 17th October to 21st October 2017.
The names of these films are, ‘Dholki‘, ‘Kakan‘, ‘Navari Mile Navryala‘, ‘Bhaubeej‘, & ‘Kalubai Pavali Navasala‘. Two of these films will be shown to match with the auspicious occasion of Padwa and Bhaubeej. So, ‘Navri Mile Navryala‘ will entertain couples on Padwa day, while ‘Ashi Hi Bhaubeej‘ will offer special treat for brothers and sisters. Speaking about the selection of these films for the occasion, Fakta Marathi Business Head Shyam Kelkar said that the intention of their channel was only to double the happiness to their viewers during the festival.
‘Shubham Karoti Kalyanam’ set for release soon
‘Shubham Karoti Kalyanam‘ is a Sanskrik Shloka, which begins with salutation to the Light of the Lamp. It is a traditional practice to utter this shloka in Marathi schools, as a prayer before beginning their school classes. Now, set on the backdrop of little children, a new Marathi film with this name being produced by Deepa Bhalerao and directed by Shailendrasingh Rajput will be released soon.
The story of ‘Shubham Karoti Kalyanam‘ film revolves around a boy who has set his goal in life, attempting something different to fulfil his dream. He works hard for the same. Luckily, he finds good company and therefore the film will be offering a timely message to inspire the new generation.
The film stars Ashwini Ekbote, Siya Patil, Naresh Bidkar, Arvind Koli, Harinder Singh Rana along with child artistes Tejal Bhalerao, Siddhesh Lingayat, Vinay Shirsat, Tanmay Mhatre, Saniya Patil, Shravani Medhekar, Rahul Mulik, Marnovi Oak, Sujal Gaikwad and Aakash Shirsat.
Sonalee Kulkarni presents herself in a new hairstyle for the film ‘Hampi’
Every actress is keen on presenting herself in a new look for every film. Some of them are lucky to find suitable roles to present themselves in different get ups. ‘Natarang‘ fame Sonalee Kulkarni has been lucky to find variety of roles through her films like ‘Natarang‘, ‘Ajintha‘, ‘Poshter Girl‘, ‘Mitwa‘, ‘Classmates‘ and so on. Now, for her forthcoming film ‘Hampi‘ directed by Prakash Kunte, she has a totally different look with a new hair cut.
The story of ‘Hampi‘ film is penned by Aditi Moghe and Sonalee’s new look is captured in his camera by cinematographer Amalendu Choudhary. Sonalee Kulkarni herself is also happy with this new look and has reacted stating that never before she had such a short hair cut before. But, she had to do it as the director wanted her character of Isha to resemble a tomboy style. In ‘Hampi’ film along with Sonalee Kulkarni the other lead artistes are Prajakta Mali, Priyadarshan Jadhav & Lalit Prabhakar. The film will be released on 3rd November 2017 all over Maharashtra.
Marathi stars promote ‘Geet Ramayan’ with a new look
We are all aware of the presentation of ‘Geet Ramayan‘ penned by poet G.D.Madgulkar through the mesmerising voice of Late Sudhir Phadke popularly known as Babuji. Recently actor turned producer Sunil Barve’s Subak in association with legend Ramesh Deo’s Ramesh Deo Productions gave a new look to this ‘Geet Ramayan‘ through dance performances combined with beautiful lyrics and songs. And, it was very well received by the large audience present at the Shanmukhanand Hall, Mumbai.
Speaking on the occasion, Sunil Barve thanked Mr. Ramesh Deo for supporting the idea of presenting this unusual show. Mr. Ramesh Deo said that it was necessary to add songs and dances to invite the attention of the new generation, to understand this great epic. He was all praise for Sonia Parchure, who presented the most important sequence Jatayu dance. He also announced that in future this show will be presented at different places on public demand. In fact, the idea of presenting ‘Geet Ramayan‘ in this form was of Sonia Parchure and her husband Atul Parchure anchored the show and Kamlesh Bhadkamkar provided the music. Ajit Parab, Hrishikesh Ranade, Vibhavari Apte & Shamika Bhide also presented the original songs of Sudhir Phadke.
Besides Ramesh Deo and Sunil Barve, other dignitaries like Abhinay Deo, Ajinkya Deo, Seema Deo, Sachin Khedekar, Anand Ingale, Pushkar Shrotri were also present.
‘Vakya’ all set to release on 13th October
Nomads are known as a group of communities who travel from place to place for their livelihood. Though very poor and deprived they are still not facilitated with any constitutional safeguard and concern. The government of India in early 2006 has set up a commission for the development of these communities, so as to bring them to mainstream. But, 10 years have passed and not much has been done yet. To highlight this issue director Deepak Kadam has directed a Marathi film ‘Vakya’ , which is all set to release on 13th October 2017.
The film’s story is based on the life of Potraja who wants to come out of the old traditions and blind faith practiced by this community. So, ‘Vakya’ presents his struggle to reform. Highlight of this film is that the role of Potraja is portrayed by Rajdutt, veteran award winning film director and the other important character of Ghumya is played by Abhijit Kulkarni. Besides these two artistes, the other performers in this film are, Kishori Shahane, Prema Kiran, Ganesh Yadav & Priyanka Dnyanalaxmi. Music by Dev Ashish and cinematography by Trilok Choudhari are the other credits.
Bhushan, Pallavi together in ‘Tu Tithe Asave’
Bhushan Pradhan and Pallavi Patil have already established themselves individually in Marathi film industry. Now, these two youngsters will be seen together in forthcoming Marathi film ‘Tu Tithe Asave’ , which was launched with muhurat recently. Produced by Ganesh Patil and directed by Santosh Gaikwad, the shooting of this film will begin shortly.
According to the makers of this film, the story of this film will inspire the audience to face all hurdles in life with positive attitude. In short, this film will be presenting a different subject. Besides Bhushan Pradhan and Pallavi Patil, the film also stars Mohan Joshi, Arun Nalawade, Vijay Patkar, Jaywant Wadkar,Sameer Dharmadhikari, Sunil Tawde & Master Tejas Patil . Story of the film is written by Ashish Deepak, while music is by Dinesh Arjuna. Bashalal Sayyed is the cinematographer of this film.
New Marathi film ‘Thapadya’ launched with muhurat
Producers Bhausaheb Bhoir and Sharad Mhaske with director Ajit Shirole launched their new Marathi film ‘Thapadya‘ in presence of Mr. Ajitdada Pawar, former deputy CM of Maharashtra. Speaking on the occasion the producer said that through his Manasi productions he wanted to give opportunity to newcomers, who had no experience of big screen.
Newcomers in ‘Thapadya’ film Abhinay Sawant, Manasi Musale and Sonali Gaikwad were felicitated by chief guest Mr. Ajitdada Pawar. Also present on the occasion were President of Akhil Bharatiya Natya Parishad Mr.Mohan Joshi, Natya Nirmata President Prasad Kambli & Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Chitrapat Mahasangh President Mr. Meghraj Raje Bhosale. Finally, lead actress Manasi Musale presented a Lavani to entertain the invitees.