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Grand concluding ceremony of Children’s Drama event at Belgaum

Sant Meera High School, Belgaum, childrens play
Sant Meera High School, Belgaum, childrens play

 The first Children’s drama event which was hosted by Balrangabhoomi Abhiyan, Mumbai in Belgaum concluded recently, in presence of popular actor Subodh Bhave. While speaking on this occasion as a chief guest, Mr. Subodh Bhave emphasized the need of hosting such events to encourage children to this form of entertainment, instead of making them addicted to electronic devices like Mobile phones and tab games.

Veena Lokur, Sai Lokur, Subodh Bhave, Meena Naik

This big event was held in Anghol at Sant Mira High School in Belgaum where 300 children from 25 schools had taken part in four drama workshops. They were given training and guidance in four groups. Thereafter they presented their skills through stage plays on the given subjects. Later, the participants took part in the discussions along with actor Subodh Bhave, actress Sai Lokur, actor Prasad Pandit, President of the event Meenatai Naik , President of Phulora Natyasanstha Veenatai Lokur, Akhil Bharatiya Natya Parishad, Belgaum President Sandhyatai Despande, Dr. Rajendra Chavan and Devdutt Pathak.

‘Vaalvi 2′ announced on the birthday of Paresh Mokashi

A new trend has already been set on the lines of Bollywood in Marathi cinema, to make Part 2 of a successful film. Recently, to celebrate the birthday of renowned director Paresh Mokashi and also success part of his recently released Marathi film ‘Vaalvi’, writer director Madhugandha Kulkarni, Paresh Mokashi and Mangesh Kulkarni Studios had come together. On this occasion, an official announcement was made about ‘Vaalvi 2′.

Paresh Mokashi, Swapnil Joshi, Madhugandha Kulkarni in Movie 'Vaalvi'
Paresh Mokashi, Swapnil Joshi, Madhugandha Kulkarni in Movie ‘Vaalvi’

Speaking about making Part 2 of ‘Vaalvi’ Madhugandha and Paresh said that they received good response from the audience, after watching ‘Vaalvi’ starring Swapnil Joshi, Anita Date Kelkar, Subodh Bhave and Shivani Surve in the lead roles. “They liked the film so much that it is successfully running in the 4th week in cinema halls. This encouraged us to make official announcement of ‘Vaalvi-2. This 2nd part will be filled with more suspense,” they said.

Now, there is a big suspense over the star cast of this part 2, which is yet to be announced.

Subodh, Sai Lokur to attend First Children’s Play event in Belgaum

Multiplex Screen
Multiplex Screen

Balrangabhoomi Abhiyan, Mumbai, will oragasise a two day competition of Children’s plays in Belgaum on 18th and 19th February 2023 at Sant Meera High School.This event has received the support from Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Natya Parishad, Belgaum and Fulora, Belgaum. In this competition 25 to 30 schools from Belgaum will take part with each school represented by 15 children, thus numbering around total 300 children.

 Actress Sai Lokur, Marathi Bigg Boss- season 1 contestants

Actress Sai Lokur, Marathi Bigg Boss- season 1 contestants

Ms. Veena Lokur President of Balrangabhoomi Abhiyan has informed the media that Popular actor Subodh Bhave and popular actress Sai Lokur along with Prasad Pandit and Event Chief Meena Naik will be present at this event. An acting workshop will also be conducted for the 300 children participants. The event will be inaugurated by Sai Lokur and Subodh Bhave will be present for the concluding ceremony as a chief guest. It may be recalled that Sai Lokur began her acting career in Belgaum through a play.

‘Phulrani’ to appear on Big Screen on auspicious Gudi Padwa day

We have seen many versions of ‘Phulrani’ on Marathi stage over the years, since the release of Musical English film ‘My Fair Lady’ based on George Bernard Shaw’s 1913 play ‘Pygmalion’. Now, Fincraft Media and Amruta Films will present a Marathi film ‘Phulrani –  Avismaraniya Prem Kahani’ which is directed by Vishwas Joshi. Written by Vishwas Joshi and Guru Thakur this film is produced by Jai Joshi, Vishwas Joshi and Shri A Rao.

'Phulrani' Marathi Movie, Actress
‘Phulrani’ Marathi Movie, Actress

This film will be released on auspicious Gudi Padwa day, i.e. on 22nd March 2023 . Recently, the first poster of this film was released with a modern day Phulrani in a back pose holding mobile phone in her hand. So, this has raised a lot of curiosity among the Marathi film lovers, as to who will be playing this title role? However, one thing is clear that the equally important role of Vikram Rajadhyaksha will be played by Subodh Bhave. Lyrics of this musical film are by Balkavi and Guru Thakur, while music will be provided by Nilesh Moharir. Cinematography is by Kedar Gaikwad. Art is by Santosh Phutane. Viacom 18 will distribute this film.

Paresh Mokashi ‘Vaalvi’ to release on 13th January 2023

Zee Talkies and Paresh Mokashi have together in the past released two successful films ‘Elizabeth Ekadashi’ and ‘Chi va Chi Sou Ka’ Now, their next film ‘Vaalvi’ is all set for release on 13th January 2023. To make this announcement Director Paresh Mokashi has released an unusual  teaser , in which we see him talking to the four lead artistes of the film, telling them the subject of the film, which highlights ‘termite’ a dangerous insect which feds on wood.

'Vaalvi' Paresh Mokashi, Swwapnil Joshi, Subodh Bhave, Shivani Surve
‘Vaalvi’ Paresh Mokashi, Swwapnil Joshi, Subodh Bhave, Shivani Surve

However, there is a lot of curiosity among the film lovers, as to what type of characters the four lead artistes in the film , namely Swapnil Joshi, Anita Date, Subodh Bhave and Shivani Surve will be playing in this film. Incidentally, ‘Vaalvi’ was won the Best film award at the 13th Chicago South Asian Film Festival and therefore there are big hopes from this film. Even otherwise, Zee Talkies and Paresh Mokashi will make a hat trick with this film’s release.

Trailer of ‘Har Har Mahadev’ launched in a big way

Trailer of Zee Studios much awaited Marathi film ‘Har Har Mahadev’ was launched in a big way, in presence of artistes and invitees in Mumbai. Immediately thereafter it was released on social media, where it received instant response from viewers. Through this trailer, we get a glimpse of the strong characters of Shiv Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Baji Prabhu Deshpande portrayed by Subodh Bhave and Sharad Kelkar with full commitment.

Marathi movie 'Har Har mahadev', Sharad Kelkar, Subodh Bhave, Amruta Khanvilkar, Sayali Sanjeev
Marathi movie ‘Har Har mahadev’, Sharad Kelkar, Subodh Bhave, Amruta Khanvilkar, Sayali Sanjeev

The film is now ready for release on 25th October all over India in Marathi, Hindi, Tamil ,Telugu and Kannada and stars Subodh Bhave, Sharad Kelkar, Amruta Khanvilkar, Sayali Sanjeev, Nishigandha Wad, Ashok Shinde, Milind Shinde, Hardik Joshi, Kishore Kadam, and Shard Ponkshe in lead roles. This film is written and directed by Abhjeet Deshpande.Music by Hitesh Modak and cinematography by National award winning cinematographer Tribhuvan Babu Sadineni are the other credits of this film.

Amruta Khanvilkar as Sonabai Deshpande in Movie 'Har Har Mahadev'
Amruta Khanvilkar as Sonabai Deshpande in Movie ‘Har Har Mahadev’

Speaking on this occasion, Subodh Bhave said that it was his dream to play this role of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj , which has been fulfilled through this film.” I had to wait for it for 22 long years. But, I consider this as the wish of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who wanted me to mature with more experience to play his character.” Sharad Kelkar who plays an equally important role of Baji Prabhu Deshpande in this film, said, “ In my film career, I consider this film as the biggest film. I have already played the role of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and since then, I have got the feeling that I am the real Mavala ( Soldier) of Shivaji Maharaj.  Therefore,  playing the character of Baji Prabhu Deshpande  in this film is itself a big thing.”

Amruta Khanvilkar to play ‘Sonabai’ in ‘Har Har Mahadev’

Amruta Khanvilkar as Sonabai Deshpande in Movie 'Har Har Mahadev'
Amruta Khanvilkar as Sonabai Deshpande in Movie ‘Har Har Mahadev’

We are already aware that Subodh Bhave will be playing the role of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in much talked about forthcoming Marathi film ‘Har Har Mahadev’. Few days ago, we came to know that Sharad Kelkar will be performing the important character of Baji Prabhu Deshpande in this film. So, there was a lot of curiosity as to who was playing another important character of Sonabai Deshpande? But now, it has been revealed that popular Marathi actress Amruta Khanvilkar will be playing this important character of Sonabai.

 

Subodh Bhave as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in' Har Har Mahadev'
Subodh Bhave as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in’ Har Har Mahadev’

Amruta who has already established herself with variety of characters in Marathi as well as Hindi cinema, will be seen for the first time in Marathi cinema playing an historical character in a history based film. Produced by Zee Studios and Shri Ganesh Marketing & Ad films, this film written and directed by Abhijeet Deshpande will be released on 25th October 2022, on the auspicious occasion of Diwali, in five Indian languages, including Marathi.

Music of ‘Har Har Mahadev’ released in a grand way

Zee Studios presentation ‘Har Har Mahadev’ directed by Abhijeet Deshpande is a much talked about film today, as versatile actors Subodh Bhave and Sharad Kelkar are playing the characters of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Baji Prabhu Deshpande respectively, in this film. The Motion poster of this film was released few days ago, reminding one and all about the sacrifice of the great warrior Baji Prabhu Deshpande while fighting the great battle of Pawankhind against the army of Siddhi Jouhar.

Subodh Bhavem Sharad Kelkar in Marathi movie 'Har Har Mahadev'
Subodh Bhavem Sharad Kelkar in Marathi movie ‘Har Har Mahadev’

And now, the music of this film was released in a grand way, with live show of international drummer Shivmani who played drum on this occasion, much to the delight of audience. It is for the first time Shivmani has played drum in a Marathi film.Music of this film is composed by Hitesh Modak . Another highlight of this film is that ‘Har Har Mahadev’ song in this film is rendered by Shankar Mahadevan on the lyrics of Mangesh Kangane.

Marathi Film Har Har Mahadev , हर हर महादेव Music Launch Event by ZeeStudios
Marathi Film Har Har Mahadev , हर हर महादेव Music Launch Event by ZeeStudios

Speaking about this film Writer- director Abhijit Deshpande said, “ It was my dream to make a film on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and it has come true with this film.” ‘Har Har Mahadev’ will be released on 25th October around Diwali time all over India. Besides Marathi, this film will also be released in other languages like Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada.

Mrunal Kulkarni’s Web Film ‘Sahela Re’ on OTT Platform

Mrunal Kulkarni, Subodh Bhave, Sumeet Raghavan in Marathi film 'Sahela Re'
Mrunal Kulkarni, Subodh Bhave, Sumeet Raghavan in Marathi film ‘Sahela Re’

Directed by Mrunal Kulkarni, forthcoming Marathi Web Film ‘Sahela Re (सहेला रे)’ is all set to release on Planet Marathi OTT platform from 1st October 2022. With the tagline ‘Kaahi Natyanna Naav Nasata – काही नात्याना नाव नसतं ’ ( Some relationships have no name) this web film stars Mrunal Kulkarni, Subodh Bhave and Sumeet Raghavan in lead roles. It may be recalled that the Teaser of this web film was launched during the Dubai Expo 2020. Highlight of this film is that besides directing and acting in this film, Mrunal Kulkarni has also written the story, screenplay and dialogues of this film.

Special show of this film was held during the Goa International Film Festival followed by recent special show of this film held at the 5th India International film festival in Boston. According to Akshay Bardapurkar founder of Planet Marathi, this film is a family film with sensitive topic unfolding the different shades in human relationship.

‘Kaalsutra’ will be an action packed Marathi web show

Kaalsutra Web Series, Sayaji Shinde, Subodh Bhave

Kaalsutra Web Series, Sayaji Shinde, Subodh Bhave

Ever since Subodh Bhave read the story of ‘Murder Milestone’, he was keen on making a web series on this subject. His dream came true, when Jio Studios backed him and together with his production house ‘Kanha’ he is making the web series suitably titled ‘Kaalsutra’ which will be released soon on OTT platform.

Directed by Bhimrao Mude, this action filled thriller will star Subodh Bhave along with Sayaji Shinde, Anant Jog, Urmila Kanetkar Kothare, Bhau kadam, Pushkaraj Chirputkar, Shubhankar Tawde, Umesh Jagtap and Ashwini Kasar in lead roles. The story of this series revolves around a dangerous serial killer and an accomplished Police officer and their mind game.