Marathi films have received recognition not only at the national level but also at the international level. Now, the good news is that for the Asia Pacific Screen Awards, 5 Indian films have been nominated in different categories; out of which three are for Marathi films. Atul Kulkarni has been nominated in Best actor’s category for film ‘Natarang’, Tejaswini Pandit has been nominated in best actress category for her film ‘Mee Sindhutai Sapkal‘ (which is yet to be released) and Sudhir Palsane finds his nomination in Best Cinematography category for the film ‘Vihir‘.

The awards ceremony will be held on 2nd December 2010 at Gold Coast in Australia . The awards are being given since 2007 with the initiative of Queensland Government and with the joint efforts of CNA International UNESCO and International Federation of Film Producers Association. The host have taken into account the films from 70 countries.