Namrata Awate will play prominent role in ‘Salman Society’
The finalist of popular Television reality show ‘Maharashtracha Superstar‘ Namrata Awate went on to show her talent through various TV programmes, including ‘Fu Bai Fu‘. Later, she also proved her ability as an actress on big screen through films like ‘Babu Band Baja‘, ‘Ventilator‘, ‘Kiran Kulkarni v/s Kiran Kulkarni‘, & ‘Looose Control‘. Now, Namrata Awate will play a prominent role in forthcoming Marathi film ‘Salman Society‘.
During the shooting of this film recently, Namrata walked in a special costume clearly indicating that she was doing a different type of role, but the makers of this film have not yet revealed the details of her character. A song ‘Party Dananali…‘ was picturised during the shooting of this film in which young artistes like Pushkar Lonarkar, Shubham More, Vinayak Potdar and Gaurav More, all popular child artistes took part. Made under the banner of Prajakta Enterprises, the film is directed by Kailsah Kashinath Pawar.
The remaining part of shooting will be held in Mumbai & Navi Mumbai and the film will be released by the end of this year in December 2018.
Makers of ‘Ahilya – Zunj Ekaki’ honoured by ‘Patrakar Sangharsh Samiti’
Amit Dinesh Bhai Patel, President of ‘Patrakar Sangharsh Samiti‘ organized the grand release function of ‘Gujarat Patrakar Directory‘ recently at Pandit Dindayal Hall, Vadodara in Gujarat. During this function, the unit of Marathi film ‘Ahilya – Zunj Ekaki‘ from Mumbai were specially invited. These invitees included producer Sridhar Chari, director Raju Parsekar, lyricist Nitin Tendulkar & Actor Rohit Sawant who were also honoured at the function. Their Marathi film ‘Ahilya – Zunj Ekaki‘ is slated for release soon. Stalwarts like Shri Vrajraj Kumar Maharaj, Shri Suchetan Swami, Shastri Nayanbhai Joshi, socialist Dilip Patel, art director Chetan Chudasama and many other well-known celebrities were present on this occasion.
Renowned director Raju Parsekar known for his hit films like ‘Laathi Charge‘, ‘Teen Baika Fajiti Aaika‘, ‘Saat Naa Gat‘ amongst others, including successful television serials like ‘Hum Sub Ek Hain‘, ‘Man Mein Vishwas Hai‘,’Saheb Biwi And T.V.‘ was excited about his upcoming Marathi film, ‘Ahilya – Zunj Ekaki‘. Speaking on the occasion, he said, “This film is on woman empowerment. Today in our country any girl or woman can achieve the desired goal whether she belongs from a village or a city. It is just that they have to sincerely desire of their achievement “. In this film ‘Ahilya..’ Pritam Kagne has played the title role with much deftness. The film is produced by Sridhar Chari.
Pravin Tarde’s dance in ‘Mulshi Pattern’ goes viral on social media
We have often seen item numbers performed by actresses becoming popular during the promotion of a particular Marathi film. We have also seen some item numbers performed by male actors becoming equally popular in Bollywood. But now, actor- director Pravin Tarde has performed a so called Bhai item song ‘Ara ra ra,ararara ..khatarnak‘ in his forthcoming Marathi film ‘Mulshi Pattern‘. And surprisingly, this song has become viral on social media.
Till now, Pravin Tarde has established himself as a popular character actor and director through Marathi films. Now, through this dance number he will be recognised as a dancer too. Choreographer Umesh Jadhav seems to have taken extra efforts during picturisation of this dance sequence and Narendra Bhide‘s music has also added that required rhythm into this song. Presented by Abhijit Bhosale, the theme of this film throws light on the problems faced by farmers and is based on the crimes taking place in a village.
‘Amar Photo Studio’ team offer help to ‘Chief Minister Relief Fund’ for Kerala
In the past we have seen many celebrities coming forward to raise funds for charity during natural calamities. Recently, we saw devastating floods in Kerala disrupting the life over there at many places. Thereafter we saw various appeals made by voluntary agencies and administration to forward help to Kerala. Recently. ‘Kalakarkhana‘ and ‘Subak‘ Drama Groups in Marathi had organised two shows of their ongoing popular play ‘Amar Photo Studio‘ at Thane and Borivali to raise funds to help the people in Kerala.
Adding some more amount from their side the makers of this play handed over the sum of Rs. One lakh One thousand to Mr. Devendra Fadnavis chief Minister of Maharashtra recently for ‘Chief Minister Relief Fund‘ for Kerala. This was a fine gesture from their side and Mr. Sunil Barve and Amey Wagh were personally present to hand over this amount to Maharashtra CM.
Spruha’s husband Varad Laghate to make his debut in Marathi films
We are all aware that Spruha Joshi married Varad Laghate a marketing professional five years ago, whom she knew 5 years before her marriage. Till now, we had not heard about Varad’s acting connection. But now, he will be seen making his debut through forthcoming Marathi film ‘Home Sweet Home‘ which also stars Spruha Joshi. By the way, this song is picturised in this film on Spruha and Varad has made guest appearance in this song.
Speaking about her husband’s debut Spruha said, “Varad has always been fooling with my film makers to create a role for himself in my film. One day, when he walked in during the song ‘Ikdun Tikade’ picturisation Hrishikesh seriously asked Varad whether he would do a small appearance in this song and that’s how his debut in my film was sheer coincidence. This song picturised on me, is rendered by Ajay Gogavale and being a great fan of him, I was as it is excited. And, this was doubled, with the inclusion of Varad into this song picturisation.”
Incidentally, the shooting of ‘Two States‘ was held in Varad’s office and in one of the scenes, he is noticed with his back towards the camera. So, can we say that Varad has already made his debut in a Bollywood film ?
Santosh Kolhe’s ‘Hijada’ Shock Katha crosses 1 Crore views
Now days Short films on You tube are receiving good response from viewers. One such Marathi short film ‘Hijada‘ Shock katha has created a record by crossing viewership of 1 Crore. Directed by Santosh Kolhe , this 9 minute short film stars Chhaya Kadam playing the title role along with Akshay Shimpi. The film ‘Hijada‘ covers a train journey where a commuter gets upset and loses his temper, when a Hijada begs for money, after approaching him.
The turning point of this video is noticed when the Hijada turns emotional to narrate the humiliation suffered by such people in the society. It is a thought provoking story very cleverly told by the film maker through this short video film. Above all, the talented actress like Chhaya Kadam has performed this character very naturally. The response received for this video film clearly shows that the viewers appreciate and love to watch the reality in our society.
World famous ‘Aajinchi Shala’ now on Big Screen
There are many people in our society who are unable to complete their school education. Most of them are women. But, they always have a desire within to complete their school education. In Maharashtra at Fangane village in Murbad, there exists is one such school which is attended by old women and is called ‘Aajinchi Shala‘. Motiram Dalal Charitable Trust runs this school which is headed by Principal Yogendra Bangar. Various institutions all over the world and news channels have taken note of this unique school .Recently, another school for older men was also launched early this year in Shelari village.
Inspired by this world famous school of older women now there will be a Marathi film ‘Aajinchi Shala‘ which will see big screen. Written by Journalist turned film writer Ashish Ningurkar, this is his second film as a film writer after offering a successful film ‘Rairand‘ which received attention at many festivals. Incidentally, Ashish has also written the story of another Marathi film ‘Ek Hota Pani‘, which is due for release. ‘Aajinchi Shala‘ film will be directed by Yusuf Khan, who has worked as assistant to film maker Remo D’souza and has also worked as assistant director for ‘Race-3‘. Speaking to Marathimovieworld Ashish said that, “he was fortunate to have a talented director Yusuf Khan to give cinematic form to his story“.
‘JD ICE’ company which is producing this film have already taken permission from the Principal of the existing school to make the film on this subject. The principal of this school Yogendra Bangar also felicitated the writer and director of this film.
Aniket and Prarthana to return with ‘Abalakha’
Dreams play a very important role in every person’s life. And to accomplish their dreams every person in this world works hard. Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Abalakha‘ presents the story of four such friends who work hard to accomplish their dreams. After working together in the film ‘Maska‘, Aniket Vishwasrao and Prarthana Behere are returning together through this film, which is Directed by Anand Shivaji Chavan.
The shooting of this film will begin from October 2018 and according to the makers of this film Shree Tuljabhavani Films, the film will deliver a timely message about considering our life as a journey. Every individual should know how to tackle the hurdles during this journey, to make his life happy. The film will also highlight the significance of Friendship and love to make our lives more interesting. So, the fans of Aniket and Prarthana will now be waiting for the release date of this film.
Avadhoot Gupte’s ‘Gat Mat’ teaser poster launched
Somebody has rightly said that marriages are made in heaven. But, the pair is made for each other, it is necessary for them to meet at least once . Based on one such subject is the forthcoming film ‘Gat Mat’ which will be Avadhoot Gupte‘s presentation in association with Yashraj Industries. Recently, on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, the teaser poster of this film was launched, which has received very good response.
This film produced by Rajendraprasad Srivastav and directed by Nishith Srivastav will be released on 16th November 2018. The teaser poster shows the image of a young lovers with a sign of love and a tagline ‘Aamhi Julvun Deto’. This also indicates that this film will be a romantic film. However, there is suspense regarding star cast of this film. But, one thing is sure that this film will be targeted at young audience.
‘Udaantappu’ film song released on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi is always considered to be an auspicious occasion. Keeping this in mind, Gayatri Vision and Janapriya Films, who are producing a Marathi film ‘Udaantappu‘ released the song of their film on Shree Ganesha on this auspicious day on social networking sites. This song ‘Morya Ganadhisha‘ will cover the process of preparing the idol of Lord Ganesha and therefore has special significance.
Director Hrishikesh Sharad Joshi who is making his debut in direction through ‘Udaantappu‘ film has kept in mind the children as his main audience. He feels that in our country very less films are produced for children. Therefore, through this song he has raised the curiosity among children about the making of Ganesha idol. The song is penned by Samruddhi Pande and the music composed by Satyajeet Limaye on the voice of Pandit Raghunandan Panshikar. The director is confident that this song will be welcomed by children and will take their parents down memory lane into their childhood days.