Amruta Khanvilkar and Prajakta Mali come face to face in ‘Chandramukhi’
Marathi film ‘Chandramukhi (चंद्रमुखी)’ which is all set for release on 29th April is the topic of discussion among Marathi film lovers, as the promotion of this film has already impressed them. Now, the fresh talk is about the Lavani in this film, which is pictured on Amruta Khanvilkar and Prajakta Mali, who have come face to face for this musical jugalbandi.
This Lavani has lyrics by Guru Thakur with music composed by Ajay Atul. Singers like Madhura Datar, Priyanka Barve and Vishwajeet Borwankar have rendered their voices for this Lavani with choreography by Deepali Vichare. Speaking about the different forms of Lavanis in this film, director Prasad Oak says, “ We have tried to offer this traditional form of dance in different ways through this film.”
Written by Chinmay Mandlekar and produced by Akshay Bardapurkar, Planet Marathi and Golden Resho films , this film stars Amruta Khanvilkar, Adinath Kothare, Mrunmayee Deshpande, Dr. Mohan Agashe, Rajendra Shisatkar, Sameer Chougule, Ashok Shinde, Neha Dandale, Radha Sagar and others . Cinematography is by Sanjay Memane
Adinath Kothare to play ‘Daulat’ in ‘Chandramukhi’
Ever since the teaser of the film ‘Chandramukhi’ has been released, there has been curiosity to know who was playing the character of Daulat in this film, as the photo did not reveal the face clearly. Now, that curtain has been raised and the name of the actor has been announced as Adinath Kothare. ‘Chandramukhi’ is based on Vishwas Patil’s novel with the same name.
The film presents this strong character of Daulat Deshmane who as a leader was always there to help the people in need of justice. Produced by Akshay Bardapurkar, Planet Marathi, Golden Resho Films and presented by Creative Vibes productions, this film is directed by Prasad Oak with Screenplay and dialogues by Chinmay Mandlekar. According to the makers of this film, this film will be released in theatres.
Prasad Oak arriving with his next film ‘Chandramukhi’ on 29th April
Actor turned director Prasad Oak who offered quality films like ‘Kachha Limbu’ and ‘Hirakani’ is now arriving with his next big project ‘Chandramukhi’ on 29th April 2022. Teaser of this film was released recently, which indicated that it was a love story happening between An experienced politician and a glamorous Tamasha dancer. Surprisingly, the star cast of this film has been kept in abeyance till now.
Highlight of this film is that the music of this film is composed by Ajay Atul and therefore there are big expectations from this film, which is produced by Golden Resho films along with Planet Marathi and presented by Creative Vibe Productions and Flying Dragon Entertainment & Light Within Entertainment. ‘Chandramukhi’ is based on Vishwas Patil’s novel ‘Chandramukhi. Screenplay and dialogues are by Chinmay Mandlekar
‘इंडियन आयडल मराठी’ या मंचावर येणार गायिका साधना सरगम
दोन दशकं बॉलिवूडवर राज्य करणाऱ्या आणि राष्ट्रीय पुरस्कार विजेत्या सुप्रसिद्ध गायिका साधना सरगम , सोनी मराठी वाहिनीवर ‘इंडियन आयडल मराठी’ ह्या कार्यक्रमाच्या यंदाच्या आठवड्यात विशेष पाहुण्या म्हणून येणार आहेत. इंडियन आयडल हा कार्यक्रम पहिल्यांदाच प्रादेशिक भाषेत होतो आहे. कार्यक्रमाची निर्मिती आराधना भोला यांच्या फ्रिमेन्टल इंडिया टेलिव्हिजन प्रॉडक्शन्स प्रा. लि. या संस्थेने केली आहे. या कार्यक्रमाचे परीक्षक अजय-अतुल असल्याने कार्यक्रमाची रंगत वाढते आहे. सर्वोत्तम १४ स्पर्धकांमधून महाराष्ट्राला ‘इंडियन आयडल मराठी’चा पहिला विजेता/विजेती मिळणार आहे
१९८२ मध्ये प्रकाशित झालेल्या ‘विधाता’ या चित्रपटातली ‘सात सहेलियां खडी खडी’ हे गाणे गाऊन साधना यांनी बॉलिवूडमध्ये पदार्पण केलं होतं. त्यांनी आत्तापर्यंत ३४ भाषांमध्ये १५ हजारांहून अधिक गाणी गायली आहे. ‘सातसमंदर पार मैं तेरे पीछे पीछे गई’ या गीताने ९० च्या दशकात धूम केली होती. हे गीत गाणाऱ्या साधना सरगम यांच्या अनेक गाण्यांनी लाखो चाहते घायाळ आहेत. ‘हर किसी को नहीं मिलता’, ‘मैं तेरी मोहोब्बत में’, ‘तेरी उम्मीद तेरा इंतजार’ आणि ‘नीले नीले अंबर पर’ या गाण्यांतून रसिकांच्या हृदयावर राज्य करणाऱ्या साधनाने तब्बल ३४ भाषांत गीतं गायली. कल्याणजी-आनंदजी जोडीपासून ए. आर. रहमानपर्यंत प्रत्येकानी त्यांचं कौतुक केलं. उदित नारायण यांच्याबरोबर ‘जो जीता वही सिकंदर’ या सिनेमातलं गाजलेलं गाणं ‘पहला नशा पहला खुमार’ गाऊन प्रसिद्धीझोतात आलेल्या साधना सरगम या ‘इंडियन आयडल मराठी’ या मंचावर स्पर्धकांचं मनोबल वाढवून त्यांना मार्गदर्शन करण्यासाठी येणार आहेत.
Historical Marathi film ‘Bhadrakali’ announced
When her son was killed in battle, Umabai Dabhade carved her name as the first woman commander-in-chief of the Maratha army. Very little has been written about her in history books. But now, the bravery act of this great woman will come alive on big screen .Puneet Balan Studios have announced their big historical Marathi film ‘Bhadrakali’ on the occasion of Shiv Rajyabhishek Day on 6th June recently.
The launching of this film has brought together many renowned personalities together. Puneet Balan as producer combine with Digpal Lanjekar as writer, National award winning director Prasad Oak as director and Ajay-Atul as music directors of this new film. The story of this film will revolve around this brave Woman Commander in chief of Maratha army during the period Shahu Maharaj in 18th century. There is a lot of curiosity about the star cast of this film. But, the same will be disclosed by director Prasad Oak in his own style very soon. According to the makers, this film will be released in the year 2022.
Grand auction of players for Marathi Celebrities Cricket league
The inauguration of trophy for the Punit Balan Celebrity League ( PBCL) was held recently at the hands of Indian Cricketer Yusuf Pathan. Just before this function Yusuf Pathan had announced his retirement from all forms of Cricket and therefore received a standing ovation, when he arrived for this function. Overwhelmed by this gesture, the former cricketer thanked all those present at the function, for taking note of his cricketing career. According to the presenter of this league Young industrialist and Marathi film producer Mr. Punit Balan, the Season of this Marathi Celebrities Cricket league will be held in Pune and six teams will participate in this league with T10 format.
104 players from the Marathi film industry were divided into three categories, namely Icons, Platinum and Gold. The auction of players was held with lots of enthusiasm with base price of each player at Rs. 1 lakh. Uttung Thakur was sold at maximum at 42 laks points to Torna Tigers followed by Shikhar Thakur who was brought at 35 lakhs points by Panhala Panthers. The other players with high cost brought by teams were Sandeep Juvatkar by Shivneri Lions for 31 lakhs points, Siddhant Muley by Pratapgarh Warriors for 27 lakh points, Tejas Nerurkar by Sinhagad for 25 lakh points. The captains of the six respective teams are as follows : Mahesh Manjrekar – Panhala Panthers, Nagraj Manjule – Torna Tigers, Pravin Tarde- Raigarh Royals, Siddharth Jadhav- Sinhagad Strikers, Sharad Kelkar – Pratapgarh Warriors, Subodh Bhave- Shivneri Lions .
Mrunmayee Deshpande anchored the show, while the auction part was handled by Rahul Kshirsagar.
New Marathi film ‘Jaggu Aani Juliet’ to be shot in Europe
The makers of the Marathi film ‘Mulshi Pattern’ read review, Puneet Balan Studios are all set to make their new Marathi film ‘Jaggu Aani Juliet’. To be directed by Cinematographer turned director Mahesh Limaye, the music of this film is to be provided by Ajay Atul. The makers propose to shoot 90% of their film at different picturesque locations in Europe. The poster of this film was released recently on social media, thus generating a lot of interest among the Marathi film lovers.
According to producer Puneet Balan, they propose to release this film around 2021 Diwali to offer wholesome entertainment which is a ‘story of soulmate…’ to the film lovers. During the lock down period in 2020 their team comprising of himself, director Mahesh Limaye and music directors Ajay Atul produced three short films to offer social message and all three of them received very good response not only in Maharashtra but across the globe. One of these short films, ‘Aashechi Roshnai’ received awards at many international film festivals. So obviously, there are big expectations from this team for their film ‘Jaggu Aani Juliet’.
Mahesh Limaye’s short film ‘Aashechi Roshnai’ a message for Diwali
Punit Balan Studios which had produced two short films on social awareness during Ganapati festival had received good response. Now, during this coming Diwali they are presenting one more short films with big names involved in this film suitably titled ‘Aashechi Roshnai’ which will be a good social message on this festival occasion. Cinematographer and director Mahesh Limaye has directed this film with concept by Balan which has been scripted by Kshitij Patwardhan.
Actors Rietesh Deshmukh and his wife Genelia liked this concept and agreed to be part of this film. So was the response from music director Ajay Atul, who in a short time composed the music. Veteran Marathi actress Neena Kulkarni has given voice over for this film, which will soon be released on youtube channel of Punit Balan Studios and will be viewed freely on facebook and instagram sites. The makers of this film are confident that after watching this film people will be inspired to help all those affected due to lockdown period, to celebrate the festival.
‘Chandramukhi’ based on Vishwas Patil’s novel to go on the floors soon
IAS Officer and historian Vishwas Patil has written many novels . Some of his novels have even received prestigious awards. We have seen a sensible Marathi film like ‘Pangira’ which was based on his novel with the same name. Now, another Marathi film ‘Chandramukhi’ based on his novel with the same name will go on the floors soon. Akshay Bardapurkar along with Piyush Singh will produce this film and have made all the arrangements to begin the shoot of this film in November , taking all the necessary precautions, keeping in mind the ongoing lockdown restrictions.
Prasad Oak who will be directing this film said, “Though I am excited to begin my work after a long gap, there is a lot of responsibility on my shoulders, to ensure safety during the shooting. I am aware that after watching the poster of my film ‘Chandramukhi’, you are keen to know who is playing the title role and other important roles. Even I am eager to disclose this as early as possible; but till then I need all your good wishes for this project.”
Hope to know all the details of this film soon.
Natarang Ubha Lalakari Nabha, Swartaal Jahale Dang
- Movie: Natarang
- Singer: Bela Shende, Ajay Gogawale, Atul Gogawale
- Music: Ajay Atul
- Lyricist: Guru Thakur
- Music Label: Zee Music / Everest
- Cast: Sonalee, Atul Kulkarni, Vibhavari Deshpande, Kishore Kadam
Song: Natarang Title Song
धुमकिट धुमकिट तदानी धुमकिट,
Dhumkit Dhumkit Tadani Dhumkit,
नटनागर नट हिमनट पर्वत उभा,
Natnaagar Nat Himnat Parvat Ubha,
उत्तुंग नभा घुमतो मृदुंग,
Uttung Nabha Ghumato Mrudung,
पखवाज देत आवाज झनन झंकार,
Pakhawaaj Det Aawaz Jhanan Jhankaar,
लेउनी स्त्रीरूप भुलवी नटरंग,
Leuni Striroop Bhulavi Natrang,
रसिक होऊ दे दंग चढु दे रंग असा खेळाला,
Rasik Hou De Dhang, Chadhu De Rang Asa Khelala,
साता जन्मांची देवा पुण्याई लागू दे आज पणाला,
Saata janmachi Deva Punyai Laagu de aaj Panala,
हात जोडतो आज आम्हाला दान तुझा दे संग,
Haath Jodato, Aaj Aamhala Daan Tujha De Sang,
नटरंग उभा ललकारी नभा स्वरताल जाहले दंग – 2
Natarang Ubha Lalakari Nabha, Swartaal Jahale Dang -2
कड्क ड्कड्कड् बोलं ढोलकी हुननर ही तालाची,
Kadkad kadkad Bol Dholaki Hunanar hi Talachi,
छुमछुम छननन साथ तिला या घुंगराच्या बोलाची,
ChumChum Channanan Saath Tila Ya Ghungarachya Bolachi,
जमवून असा स्वरसाज मांडतो ईच ईनंती यावं जी,
Jamaun Asa Swaarsaaj Mandato Ich Inanati yaav ji,
किरपेचं दान द्यावं जी,
Kirpech Daan Dyava ji
हे यावं जी, किरपेचं दान द्यावं जी,
He Yaav ji, Kirtech daan dyav ji,
ईश्वरा जन्म हा दिला प्रसवली कला थोर उपकार,
Ishvara Janm ha dila prasavali kala thor upakar,
तुज चरणी लागली वरणी कशी ही करणी करू साकार,
Tuj Charani Lagali Varani Kashi hi Karani Karu Sakar,
मांडला नवा संसार आता घरदार तुझा दरबार,
Mandala Nava Sansar Aata Ghardar tujhya Darbaar,
पेटला असा अंगार कलेचा ज्वार चढवितो झिंग,
Petala Asa Angar kalecha Jwaar Chadhavato zing,
नटरंग उभा ललकारी नभा स्वरताल जाहले दंग,
Natarang Ubha Lalakari Nabha Swaartaal jahale Dang,
कड्कड्कड्कड्बोलं ढोलकी हुन्नर ही तालाची,
Kadkad kadkar bol dholaki Hunnar hi Talachi,
छुमछुम छननन साथ तिला या घुंगराच्या बोलाची,
Chumchum chanchannana saath Tila ya dhungarachya Bolachi,
जमवून असा स्वरसाज मांडतो ईच ईनंती यावं जी,
Jamaun Asa Swarsaaj Mandato Ich Inanti Yaav ji,
किरपेचं दान द्यावं जी,
Kirpecha Daan Dyavaji
हे यावं जी, किरपेचं दान द्यावं जी,
Hy Yaav ji, Kirpech Daan Dyav Ji
- Other Songs from ‘Natarang’ Movie
- 01. Apsara Aali (Lavani Song)
- 02. Wajale ki Bara (Lavani Song)
- 03. Khel Mandala (Sad Song)
- 04. Madhurechya Bajari (Gawalan)
- 05. Natarang Ubha (Title Song)
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