Shrikant Bhide makes his debut through ‘What About Savarkar’
Marathi stage has offered many talented artistes to Film industry. Now, Shrikant Bhide, who has been working on stage for past several years and who is a good dancer gets a lifetime role, to play the central character of Abhiman Marathe in forthcoming Marathi film ‘What About Savarkar’. The film is all set to release on 17th April 2015.
The character played by Shrikant is inspired by the ideology of great freedom fighter of India, Veer Savarkar. Shrikant, who has also appeared in many short films, gets enough scope to display his potential, through this role of a protagonist , who fights against injustice. In fact, this film represents today’s generation . Directed by Nitin Gawde, the film stars Shrikant Bhide, along with Sharad Ponkshe, Vivek Lagu, Avinash Narkar, Atul Todankar & Sara Shravan.
Emotion filled ‘Tya Tighanchi Goshta’ touches your heart
Kumar Sohoni has always dealt with different subjects on human relations. Through all his 51 plays directed so far, he has offered ample talents to Marathi theatre. This time, through his play ‘Tya Tighanchi Goshta’ , he has explored the relationship between a separated couple Dinanath and Suman Daftardar ( Sharad Ponkshe & Ashwini Ekbote) . How it has the effect on their grown up 19 year old daughter Deepti ( Dnyanada Panase) is shown very cleverly by the director. The play is written by well known psychiatrist and writer Dr.Anand Nadkarni, which makes it more interesting subject, as he has very skillfully presented the emotional sides of each one of these three important characters.
Produced by Ashok Narkar and Sharad Bagwe, the play begins with the close bonding shown between mother (who is a college professor) and her daughter, who is studying in the final year, at the same college. The father, an IAS officer, who has separated from his wife and daughter, 15 years ago, is now Municipal Commissioner of the same city, where Mother and daughter are residing. Though Mother and daughter are not connected with Mr. Dinanath Daftardar, they are in touch with his close associates Nana his personal secretary and Mangesh, his old classmate and Journalist friend.
One fine day, Nana visits Ms. Daftardar to invite her for the felicitation function of her husband, who is to be honoured by the chief Minister of state. This is followed by a personal phone call and personal visit of Dinanath Daftardar to meet his wife and grown up daughter. Having heard about her father, through her mother, Deepti is initially reluctant to meet her father; but, later decides to face him, to know the reason from him, for deserting his wife and her. But, it is the mother, being very possessive about her daughter, becomes more worried, thinking that her grown up daughter would change her opinion about her father, after meeting him.
At this stage, the writer and the director are clearly noticed, with their competence to take forward this delicate emotion filled subject, with interesting happenings . In the climax scene, Deepti converses with the audience, seeking their opinion, on what she did, was ‘right’ or ‘wrong’. ‘Tya Tighanchi Goshta’ presents the most relevant subject timely, to convey a strong message to the society. And, it has succeeded in creating a strong impact on all age groups. The story presented through this play, does not take side of any one of the characters, but very cleverly presents their attitude, with passage of time.
Both Sharad Ponkshe and Ashwini Ekbote, have portrayed their characters with complete understanding of the situation, at every stage in this play. They have proved that they are versatile artistes. They find good support from the character artistes Jayant Ghate and Vivek Joshi. But, the girl who steals the show, is young Dnyanada Panase. She seems to be a perfect choice of the director. And, she has proved his selection right. In fact, she has given a brilliant performance in the role of Deepti. Watch her reaction and body language, in every important scene, be it with mother or father; which goes on to say a lot about her gifted talent. She is so flawless. Good background music and suitable light and set designing, are the other plus points of this play. Certainly a worth watch, for the entire family.
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Sharad & Chinmay dominate Marathi stage
Don’t ask how some of our Marathi stage actors manage two plays at a time. Two of our leading Marathi actors are at present managing two Marathi plays each; that too in the lead role. Sharad Ponkshe is already in great form with his new play ‘Tya Tighanchi Goshta’. At the same time, he is also staging his favourite play ‘Mee Nathuram Godse Boltoy!’. If you find him doing one play today, the next day, you find him in another play.
The same is the case with Writer-actor Chinmay Mandlekar. His latest play ‘Samudra’ has picked up well, with regular shows now. At the same time, we find him doing his favourite play ‘Mr. & Mrs’ In fact, he is managing two different plays on the same day; i.e. one at 4.0 pm and the other at 8.30 pm. at other venue. Isn’t that something worth appreciating ?
Sharad Ponkshe
Biography / Profile:
Sharad Ponkshe who began his acting career as a stage artiste with one act plays while he was studying in Abhinav Kala Mandir school in Bhayender off Mumbai , was very serious about this profession. But, those days acting was not seen as a well paying profession. One needed a job to support self and family. So, like many others, after finishing his 12th followed by a three year specialized Government diploma, he took up a job with BEST. As an employee of BEST, he participated in various competitions and did his first professional play ‘Varun Sagle Sarkhe’ in the year 1989. In 1988 he made his debut in a Marathi film ‘De Taali’ while he was a little known actor.He got his first major break in a TV serial through Adhikari Brothers ‘Damini’ in 1997
Filmography:
Chhand Priticha (Upcoming)
Bho Bho (2016)
Well Done Bhalya (2016)
Vighnaharta Mahaganapati (2016)
Vrundavan (2016)
What About Savarkar (2015)
Balkadu (2015)
Ashach Eka Betavar (2013)
Dekho Zaraa (2013)
Dharmantar (2013)
Swaraaj…The Independence (2013)
Surajya (2014)
Taptapadi (2014)
Kurukshetra (2013)
Mokala Shwaas (2012)
Fakta Saatvi Pass (2012)
Tukaram (2012)
High Command (2012)
Gola Berij (2012)
Uday (2012)
Bokad (2012)
Tuch Khari Gharachi Laxmi (2011)
Hip Hip Hurray (2011)
Aarambh (2011)
Sai Darshan… Ek Anubhav (2010)
Jetaa (2010)
Mission Possible (2010)
Paash (2010)
Mulga (2010)
Kon Aahe Re Tikade (2010)
Krantiveer Rajguru (2010)
Zale Mokale Aakash (2010)
Achanak (2008)
Dhudgus (2008)
Hota Asa Kadhi Kadhi (2008)
Bandh Premache (2007)
Vasudev Balwant Phadke (2007)
Raasta Roko (2006)
Gadhavach Lagn (2006)
Ramdev Aale Re Baba (1990)
Serial(s)
Kanyadaan
Radha Hi Bawri
Durva
Damini
Agnihotra
Vaadalwaat
Mothi Tyachi Sawali
Ek Wada Zhapatlela
Abhalmaya.
Umbhartha
Zoka
Valan
Dhakka
Kalyani
Akkash Peltana
Indradhanushya
Adhunik Kunti
Hey Bandh Reshmache
Mahashweta
Ladha
Chakraview
Gharkul
Apli Manase
Arath
Akash Jhep
Manabhiman
Ujwal Prabhat
Vahinisaheb
Play(s)
He Ram .. Nathuram
Mee Nathuram Godse Boltoy
Tya Tighanchi Gosht
Ek Diwas Matha Kade
Gandh Nishigandhacha
Sarwaswi Tuzhich
Natasamrat
Barister
As Zhalach Kasa
Tichi Kahani
Kabirache Kay Karayche
Mi Nathuram Godse Boltoy
Ramle Me
Sukhani Nanda
Zhale Mokle Abhal
Gandhi Ambedkar
Warun Sagle Sarkhe
Athang
Tu Fakt Ho Mhan
Kala ya laglya jiva
Var Bhetu Naka
Umbartha
Bayko Cha Khoon Kasa Karava
Lahan pan dega deva
Tichi kahani
Beiman
Bharat bhagy vidhata
Nandi
Eka kshanat
Award(s):
Interview(s):
Biggest award is ‘appreciation from audience’ – Sharad Ponkshe
‘Balkadu’ inspires ‘Marathi Manoos’, to fight injustice
 Rating: ★★★
Genres: Drama Censor: U/A Duration: 124 Min. Studio/presenter: Maratha Entertainment, Sanjay Raut Producers: Swapna Patkar Director: Atul Kale Screenplay: Ganesh Pandit, Ambar Hadap Director of Photography: Ajit Reddy Editor: Ashish Mhatre, Apurva Motiwale Cast: Umesh Kamat, Neha Pendse, Prasad Oak, Anand Ingale, Tiku Talsania, Bhau Kadam , Sharad Ponkshe, Pushkar Shrotri Movie Review by: Keertikumar Kadam |
Presented by Sanjay Raut and produced under the banner Royal Maratha Entertainment the new released Marathi film ‘Balkadu‘ is produced by Swapna Patkar and directed by Atul Kale. This film is inspired from one of the most charismatic socio-political persona of recent times, late Balasaheb Thackeray.
Balkadu’s story is about a simple and straightforward Balkrishna Patil, a young history teacher in a school, possessing special ability to hear voices of great historical figures like Nehru, Shastri, Savarkar, Subhash Chandra Bose and Balasaheb Thackeray. Balakrishna, who originally resided in a Lalbaugh chawl, had to shift his residence to Nalasopara during his childhood. After many years, he meets his close childhood friend Sai Bawdekar (Neha Pendse).
When he shares his thoughts with Sai, she understands him and supports him, in his every action. besides She helps him to do a part time job as a dubbing artist in Marathi, in her history channel, where she works as EP. After seeking help from a psychologist, the voices Balakrishna hears, vanish but one voice clings onto him, i.e. Balasaheb’s voice. How a simpleton, who turns into an angry young man, for betterment of local people, is the story of the film.
In the film, Director has tried to do a sincere job, he has smartly used Balasaheb’s voice-over, to create the impact in certain scenes. Balasaheb’s interactive dialogues with the lead actor, are well crafted and make an interesting watch. The ‘cartoon’ aspect is also creatively used. There is a lot to be desired in screenplay department (Ganesh Pandit, Ambar Hadap) which seems disjointed. In fact, it starts with a promise of a good screenplay, but goes wayward towards the latter half. It has become unnecessarily lengthy and preachy towards the end. Aman Vidhate’s art direction is satisfactory and so is music (Ajit-Samir), though the ‘Powada’ is very good. Avadhoot Gupte’s song is very well used in background. The costumes are satisfactory, but Neha Pendse‘s costumes are more impressive and stand out.
The saving grace of Balkadu are the dialogues and performances. Especially, the Dialogues are fabulous . They have the required punch and comic punches, which are smartly interlaced. Umesh Kamat has come out of his comfort zone and has essayed the lead role with conviction. He scores points in wittiness and subtle timing. Neha Pendse does what was expected of her and looks ravishingly stunning, on screen. Prasad Oak carries a negative shade reasonably well. Rest of the cast, Anand Ingale, Tiku Talsania, Bhau Kadam , Sharad Ponkshe, Pushkar Shrotri lend good support. Supriya Pathare as mother, steals the show with her comic timing used in simple situations.
‘Balkadu’ is a must watch for Balasaheb’s followers scattered all over Maharashtra. Others may like it watch it, for good performances.
AWARDS . SHARAD PONKSHE
FILMOGRAPHY. SHARAD PONKSHE
Marathi Movies as Actor:
Dharmantar (upcoming)
Ramdev Ala Re Baba (upcoming)
Sandook (upcoming)
Taptapadi (2014)
Tukaram (2012)
Kurukshetra (2013)
Mokla Shwas ()
Ashach Eka Betavar ()
Surajya (2014)
Angarki (2013)
High Command (2012)
Jara Japun Kara (2012)
Satya (2012)
Jai Shankar (2013)
Jai Maharashtra (2013)
Ardhangini (2013)
Daivache Khel ()
Tulas Ali Gharala ()
De Tali ()
Satvapariksha ()
Kon Aahe re Tikade()
Sangharsh (2011)
Mulga ()
Thamb Laxmi Kunku Lavate ()
Fera ()
Dosh Kunacha ()
Janmadata ()
Hota Asa Kadhi Kadhi ()
Mission Possible ()
Golaberij ()
Sukh Yeti Ghara ()
Saubhagyavati Bhav ()
Aarambh ()
Dhoodgus ()
Bandh Premach (2007)
Adi Maya Adi Shakti ()
Kikade Maharaj ()
Aaichi Punyayi ()
Bhaubij ()
Tuch Khari Gharachi Laxmi (2011)
Sai Darshan ()
Savita Bano ()
10 December (2012)
Mahima Omkaracha (2012)
Bokad (2012)
Platform (2011)
Jeta ()
Lapun Chapun ()
Kalam 302 ()
Kashyala Udhyachi Baat (2010)
Hip Hip Hurray (2010)
Jhale Mokale Akash (2010)
Dyaneshwari express (2011)
Fakt Sataavi Pass (2011)
Achanak (2008)
Vasudev Balwant Phadke (2008)
Gadhavach Lagna (2007)
Yash (2007)
Aayushya Mhanje ()
22 June ()
Aadharsthambh ()
Amba Mata ()
Rahile Dur Ghar Maze ()
Vitthal Vitthal ()
Durge Durgat Bhari ()
Raja Pandharicha ()
Oti Krushnamaichi ()
Saubhagyache Lene ()
Hirwa Chuda ()
Khandobachya Navan ()
Bhulvala ()
Aarambh ()
Parivartan ()
Chadi Lage Cham Cham ()
Majhe Maher Pandharpur ()
Ani Saral Dushkal ()
Swapna ()
Jangli Kabutar ()
Paash ()
Marathi Play as Actor:
Eka Shanat
Beimaan
Mee Natthuram Godse Bolatoy
Marathi Serials as Actor:
Ase He Kanyadaan
Unch Maza Zhoka
Kunku
Malvani Days
Kasturi
Agnihotra
Ek Chal Songatichi
Mokala Shwaas (मोकळा श्वास )
Genres: Drama
Rating: na
Censor: U
Duration: 130 min.
Studio/presenter: Manasi Movies
Producer(s): Bhausaheb Bhoir, Rajesh Kumar Sakala
Executive Producer: na
Director: Kanchan Adhikari
Writer: Kanchan Adhikari
ScreenPlay: Lekha Trailokya
Dialogues: Kanchan Adhikari
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Cast & Crew
Executive Producer: na
Director: Kanchan Adhikari
Assistant Director: na
Writer: Kanchan Adhikari
ScreenPlay: Lekha Trailokya
Dialogues: Kanchan Adhikari
Lyrics: Kishor Kadam(Saumitra)
Music: Milind Ingale
Playback Singer: na
Cinematographer (DOP): Shekhar Anna Ayyar
Editor: Aanand Divan
Starcast: Sharad Pokshe, Prateeksha Lonkar, Mohan Joshi, Sushant Shelar, Mrunmayee Deshpande, Neha Gadre, Aishwarya Tupe, Joti Subhash
Costumes: Kanchan Adhikari
Makeup: Ramesh Dalvi
Sound : Ayub Sheikh
Background Score: na
Choreographer: na
DI, VFX: na
D.I. Colourist: na
Promos: na
Music Label: na
Publicity Designs: na
P.R.O.: na
Distributor: na
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‘Mokala Shwaas’ :na
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‘Platform’ addresses issue on Girl child abuse
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Rating: na
Producers: Veena Lokur And Arif Vadgama Director, Story, Dialogues: Veena Lokur Screenplay: Veena Lokur, Shamal Chavan Lyrics: Ashwini Shende Music: Nilesh Moharir Editor: Rajesh Rao Cinematographer: Suresh Deshmane Cast : Mohan Joshi, Sharad Ponkshe, Astad Kale, Prashant Patil, Shubhani Joshi & Sai Lokur Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
After achieving success through her first Marathi production ‘Mission Champion’, Film maker Veena Lokur from Belgaum has now offered one more sensible film ‘Platform'; which speaks about the Girl child abuse in India. Veena Lokur, who also makes her debut as a director through this film, has gone beyond the subject of Female foeticide to show the reality in our society, where girl child is still considered as a burden by the parents; especially in the weaker section of the society.
Through this film, Veena Lokur has launched her daughter Sai, who plays an important central role of Shivani Deshmukh, from a well to do family. Shivani, who is a final year college student, is about to find a campus recruitment and is returning home after attending a workshop; when she witness a horrifying act of parents, who just drop their two daughters into her compartment and run away, as the train leaves a platform after the halt.
Shivani (Sai Lokur) who takes the lead to hand over the girls to the Police, when she reaches her destination. But, she is deserted by all her friends. It is only her best friend Aditya (Astaad kale), who supports her and the two little girls ( aged 4 and 5 yrs) are taken to the Police station. But, at the Police station they experience the reality about the law, besides the child abuse. However, Aditya’s father (Sharad Ponkshe) being a lawyer, suggests them a way out. It looks like all roads are closed for Sai , as the parents of the missing girls cannot be traced. Shivani takes up the custoday of the two girls, much against the wish of her parents (Mohan Joshi and Veena Lokur).
When, Aditya also notices Shivani going out of the way to help the girls and getting emotionally involved in them, he too loses interest in her and leaves for US to take up a job.
He however, keeps in touch with Shivani over phone like a good friend. Shivani separates from her parents and adopts the girls. She takes good care of them, by offering good education for next 11 years. When the girls attain teenage, a particular incident in their life takes them to their past. Shivani has to reveal the true happenning. This is almost towards the climax of the film, when director Veena Lokur concludes her story with an appropriate end.
The film has a strong subject to convey, but to show the actual happening on the platform, her screenplay takes its own time. It is only little before interval, the film actually takes the momentum. To fill up the gaps in the first session, the director has taken help of music, with the inclusion of two songs. Lyricist Ashwini Shende’s fine wordings have received the composition from talented music director Nilesh Moharir.
Cinematographer Suresh Deshmane’s wonderful work is clearly visible, especially in the outdoors. His execution with different camera angles has made the job of director much easier. Being a debutant, Veena Lokur has done her best.
Newcomer Sai Lokur, who also makes her debut as an actress, looks more confident and appealing. She has performed the role of a protagonist with sincerity. Astaad kale, who also plays the leading man for the first time, is at ease and perfectly fits into that role of Aditya. Mohan Joshi and Sharad Ponkshe in the role of parents have nothing much to offer, but they have played their respective roles well. Veena Lokur is just fine in the role of sai’s mother in the film and so are the other characters of the film. The two child artistes and the grown up girls have performed their parts well. The film has already won the State Government award as one of the best films this year. But, to be eligible for international awards, it requires editing, especially in the three songs, except one background and few unwanted scenes in the first session. However, ‘Platform’ does succeed in passing a social message at the most appropriate time. This being a sincere effort from the lady film maker, it is to be appreciated.
Biggest award is ‘appreciation from audience’ – Sharad Ponkshe
He is always in a Jovial mood and very supportive on the sets; whether he is shooting for a film or a serial. Sharad Ponkshe who began his acting career as a stage artiste with one act plays while he was studying in Abhinav Kala Mandir school in Bhayender off Mumbai , was very serious about this profession. But, those days acting was not seen as a well paying profession. One needed a job to support self and family. So, like many others, after finishing his 12th followed by a three year specialized Government diploma, he took up a job with BEST. As an employee of BEST, he participated in various competitions and did his first professional play ‘Varun Sagle Sarkhe’ in the year 1989.
For a totally committed actor like Sharad, it was just not possible to stick on to only stage and hence in 1988 he made his debut in a Marathi film ‘De Taali’ while he was a little known actor. He got his first major break in a TV serial through Adhikari Brothers ‘Damini’ in 1997, where he played a Journalist- Uday Karkhanis. This serial was a super hit and went on for 8 years with a record run. It was during this period that Sharad Ponkshe received another big offer to play lead in a Marathi play ‘Mee Nahturam Godse Boltoy’. The launching of this play turned out to be the most memorable moment in his life, as it literally changed his life. He still remembers the date of launch i.e 10th July 1998.
Sharad, who was then used to be on leave without pay in his office, finally decided to quit his job in the year 2000. The journey of a successful actor had begun with the popularity of ‘Nathuram Godse Boltoy’. Sharad was later signed to play the role of a Journalist again; this time a shrewd and cunning Mr. Khandagale in another popular serial ‘Vaadalwaat’.
So effective was his performance as Devram Khandagle, that for three consecutive years he bagged the Zee Puraskar for the best villain, while playing the same role. Isn’t that a biggest hat-trick scored by an actor? It’s surprising that the same actor with another outstanding performance in ‘Mee Nathuram Godse Boltoy’ is yet to receive an award.