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Music of film ‘Prema’ launched

Marathi movie 'Prema'
Manasi Naik, Siddhesh Pai & others at music launch of Marathi movie ‘Prema

Music of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Prema‘ produced by Ramesh Vyankayya Gurram and directed by Sadanand Dnyaneshwar Ippakayal was launched recently, in presence of actress Manasi Naik, who unveiled the trailer and songs of this film. The film has four songs have been penned and composed by Shekhar Anande. Popular singers like Avadhoot Gupte, Swapnil Bandodkar and Reshma Sonawane have rendered their voices for these songs in the film. The item song in particular rendered by Reshma Sonawane has been picturised on Manasi Naik.

With choreography by Siddhesh Pai & Atish Deorukhkar the film stars Narayan Nirval, Shilpa Thakre, Sachin Battul, Prem Narsale, Karishma Salvi, Sanskruti Shinde, Prakash Dhotre, Raj Naravade, Shekhar Jedari, Santosh Choradia, Kasturi Sarang, Manisha Tambe, Mahadeo Zol & Surekha Kudchi in lead roles. According to the makers of ‘Prema‘ film, the story of this film presents a different form of love story.

Umesh Kamat to play renowned Neuro surgeon Dr.Ramani in his biopic ‘Tath Kana’

Dr.Ramani and Umesh Kamat , Marathi film 'Tath Kana'
Dr.Ramani and Umesh Kamat , Marathi film ‘Tath Kana

Pioneer of Spinal surgery in India, Dr.Premanand Ramani needs no introduction. But, not many are aware of his struggle in life before becoming a neuro and Spinal surgeon. Driven with passion to become a doctor, during his childhood in a village in Goa, he had to face lot of hardships, before attaining his goal. In his autobiography ‘Tath Kana‘ Dr.Ramani has given details about his struggle in life, which was worth a script for a film.

Producer Vijay Mudshingikar who was operated upon by Dr.Ramani, was so impressed with his passion for this profession that he could not resist the temptation of making a biopic on him. On Monday evening after narrating his experience with Dr.Ramani and praising his commitment to his medical profession, he officially announced the film suitably titled ‘Tath Kana‘ , with muhurat clap given by Dr. Ramani.

There was lot of curiosity as to who would play the role of Dr. Ramani and the invitees and media persons didn’t have to wait for long, as the producer Mudshingikar and director Dasbabu soon announced the name of Umesh Kamat, by inviting him to share the dais with Dr.Ramani. Dr.Ramani then invited his wife to the dais and made the announcement that his wife’s role will be played by Umesh’s better half Priya Bapat Kamat, who was also present on the occasion.

During this function, the other artistes of this film Ashok Saraf, Alka Kubal and Varsha Usgaonkar also praised the work of Dr.Ramani through video recording of their message . Music director of the film Rajesh Dhabre has been offered two songs in this film and he presented live a piece of his music. The Assistant Commissioner of Customs in real life, Rajesh Dhabre has composed Buddhist devotional music in the past. This is his debut in Marathi films as a music director. The screenplay , dialogues and lyrics have been penned by award winning writer Shrikant Bojewar.

The other artistes in the film are, Arun Nalawade, Kishore Kadam, Abhay Kulkarni and Yashika Dhabre.

‘Bandookya’ getting ready for release by unveiling two songs

 Marathi Film 'Bandookya' music launch
Music launch Marathi film ‘Bandookya’

Makers of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Bandookya‘ after bagging 6 Nominations and winning 4 State Awards during the 54th Maharashtra State Film Awards event, recently released the songs of their film at an event held in Mumbai. The unique Poster of the film has already gone viral with maximum posts on social networking sites, generating more curiosity about this film.

The film is all set to release all over Maharashtra on the 1st September 2017. The songs ‘Mazha Eer‘ and ‘Ata Sosana‘ and the trailer of the film were screened during the event. Produced by Rajendra Borse and Pratibha Borse under their banner Varsha Cinevision, the film has been directed by Rahul Manohar Chaudhary. The language of ‘Bandookya‘ film which is from Junnar area and well known as Junnari Jhatka, has been used through this film for the first time. Popular singers Adarsh Shinde, Javed Ali and Mahalaxmi Iyer have rendered their voices for the songs in this film on the music of Parikshit Bhatkhande.

Actress Atisha Naik, Actor Shashank Shende, Namdeo Murkute, Nilesh Borse, Amol Bagul, Tanmayi Chavanke, Unnati Shikhare and others have performed in this film. Nilesh Borse makes his debut as an actor through this film. The story of ‘Bandookya‘ is based on an evil tradition that is existing in a typical community for generations together .

Marathi celebrities recall their memorable moments of Rakshabandhan

 

 Rakshabandhan is a popular festival in Maharashtra which celebrates the strong boding between brother and sister. Our Marathi celebrities are nowhere behind, when it is time to celebrate this day. In spite of their busy schedule, They do find time to share the happy moment together with their brothers and sisters. Even if they are away from each other, the social networking media comes to their help to celebrate this occasion.

Pritam Kagne & Amol Kagne
Pritam Kagne & Amol Kagne

Young Actress Pritam kagne, who is in news now days for her forthcoming Marathi film ‘Halaal’ which has received appreciation from different international film festivals. Pritam is playing the lead role in this film and her brother Amol Kagne has produced this film. The film is all set to release soon and Pritam feels that this is the biggest gift to her from her brother on this coming Rakshabandhan. “There cannot be a better gift than this one” she feels.

Gashmeer Mahjani & Sister
Gashmeer Mahjani & Sister

Popular young actor Gashmir Mahajani used to visit his elder sister Rashmi in Belgaum, who is married and 13 years elder to him. For him, his sister is like his friend, philosopher and guide. But, ever since he has become busy with his shooting schedules signing many films, he doesn’t find time to visit her. But, wherever he is on that particular day, his sister sends the Rakhi to reach him before the Rakshabandhan day. “Few years ago, I was in the interior parts of Madhya Pradesh shooting for my film; but her rakhi reached me in time. I took a photo after tying the same and sent it to her,”  says Gashmir. Even this Rakshabandhan Gashmir will be busy promoting his forthcoming film ‘Mala Kahich Problem Nahi’ visiting various places in Maharashtra. But, he is sure that his sister’s rakhi would reach him in time. “This year I will take a selfie after tying the same and post the photo to her immediately.”

Sonali Kulkarni brother Sandesh Kulkarni, Rakshabandhan festival
Sonali Kulkarni brother Sandesh Kulkarni, Rakshabandhan festival

We all know that versatile  actress Sonali Kulkarni has two brothers Sandip and Sandesh. Sandip is abroad and Sandesh is in Mumbai. According to Sonali, both her elder brothers are her mentors.  Sonali does find to tie rakkhi on the wrist of Sandesh every year, however busy she may be. Sometimes, it is at the airport or even in the car. This year Sonali is busy with a social commitment in pune, but she will keep her rakshabandhan day commitment by returning to Mumbai in time. Every year, Sandesh presents her with books and writing material, as he very well knows that his sister loves to rread books and is also a writer herself.   Celebrating this festival with Sandip, Sonali   sends him e mail requesting him to lift his little daughter on his shoulder on this day, to indicate that her Rakhi has reached him.

झी युवावर ‘संगीत सम्राट’ची महा अंतिम फेरी

Finalist of 'Sangeet Samraat'
Finalist of ‘Sangeet Samraat’

झी युवा वरील संगीत सम्राट च्या पहिल्या पर्वातील अंतिम भेरी उद्या रविवार, ०६ ऑगस्ट २०१७ रोजी संध्याकाळी ७ वाजता प्रेक्षकांना पाहायला मिळणार आहे.  ‘संगीत सम्राट‘ या अनोख्या संगीतमय कार्यक्रमाने रसिक प्रेक्षकांवर संगीताची मोहिनी घातली आहे.  महाराष्ट्राचा आघाडीचा गायक आदर्श शिंदे याने सूर ताल आणि लय या मुद्द्यांद्वारे कलाकारांचे परीक्षण केले तर मराठी चित्रपट सृष्टीतील आघाडीची नायिका क्रांती रेडकर वानखडे कलाकारांच्या परफॉर्मन्स किती मनोरंजनात्मक आहेत हे पहिले. त्याच प्रमाणे तरुणाईचा लाडका गायक रोहित राऊत आणि अभिनेत्री उर्मिला निंबाळकर यांनी निवेदनाची भूमिका उत्तम सांभाळली.

आता ‘संगीत सम्राट‘ कार्यक्रम त्याच्या अंतिम चरणावर पोहचला आहे. सर्व स्पर्धकांमधून सर्वप्रथम १५० स्पर्धक निवडले गेले , त्यांनतर ६० , २४ , १२ असे उत्तमोत्तम स्पर्धकी निवडले गेले आणि आता या सर्वांमधून नंदिनी अंजली , इशिता विश्वकर्मा , मानस गोसावी , संगीत फॅक्टरी , इमोशन्स बँड , प्रथमेश मोरे , रवींद्र खोमणे आणि दंगल गर्ल्स हे ८ फायनलिस्ट निवडले गेले आहेत . या ८ उत्कृष्ट स्पर्धकांतून महाराष्ट्राचा पहिला संगीत सम्राट निवडला जाणार आहे. संपूर्ण महाराष्ट्र ज्याची वाट बघत आहेत तो अंतिम महा सोहळा दिनांक ६ ऑगस्ट ला संध्याकाळी ७ वाजता झी युवावर पाहायला मिळेल .

‘Dry Day’ music launched in presence of Vishal Bharadwaj

 Marathi Film Dry Day Music Launch
Pandurang Jadhav, Monalisa Bagal, Ritwik Vishal Bharadwaj, Yogesh Sohoni & others

Anand Sagar production House Pvt. Ltd. Presented and Pandurang Jadhav directed Marathi film ‘Dry Day‘ is getting ready for release. Recently, music of this film was launched at Kohinoor Hotel, Andheri, at the hands of well Known music director and Bollywood film maker Vishal Bharadwaj. Produced by Sanjay Patil with music by Ashwin Srinivasan, the two songs of this film, rendered by popular singers like Jonita Gandhi & Ash King and Vishal Dadlani were released on this occasion.

The songs of ‘Dry Day‘ film are expected to popularize among young generation. The film’s story which revolves around youngsters is written by director Pandurang Jadhav himself, with screenplay and dialogues by Nitin Dixit. DOP Nagraj Divakar has captured the film through his camera. With editing by Amit Kumar, the film stars Rutwik Kendre, Kailash Waghmare, Yogesh Madhav Sohoni, Parth Ghadge, Chinmay Kambli, Monalisa Bagal, Aayli D, Arun Nalawade & Jayaram Nair.

‘Halal’ to finally release on 29th September

Marathi movie Halal
Pritam Kange in Marathi movie ‘Halal’

Having captured the audience at National and International level, much before its official release, Marathi film ‘Halal‘ highlighting the social issues of Muslim women over the issue of marriage and Divorce, is finally releasing on 29th September 2017. Official announcement to this effect has been made by the makers of this film Amol Kagne  Films and National award winning director Shivaji Lotan Patil. Written by Rajan Khan, the screenplay and dialogues of this film are written by Nishant Dhapse.

Prior to this Amol Kagne had produced a film ‘31st October’, while Shivaji Lotan Patil had won National Award for his previous Marathi film ‘Dhag‘. Vijay Gatlewar has composed the music of this film, while cinematography is by Ramani Ranjandas. The film’ Halal‘  stars Chinmay Mandlekar, Pritam Kagne, Priyadarshan Jadhav, Vijay Chavan, Chhaya Kadam, Amol Kagne, Vimal Mhatre & Sanjay Sugaonkar. Popular Singer Adarsh Shinde has rendered his voice for the songs in  ‘ Halal‘  film. Now, it remains to be seen, how this film on a social subject will be accepted by Marathi film lovers.

Makers of ‘Boyz’ release ‘Lagnalu’ song

 Marathi Film 'Boyz'
Marathi Film ‘Boyz’

Subject on teenagers and their first crush has always worked well in Marathi films. Lalasaheb Shinde & Rajendra Shinde of Supreme Motion Pictures Pvt.Ltd, are getting ready to release their film ‘Boyz‘ on this subject. The film will be released on 8th September 2017, but the song titled ‘Lagnalu‘ from this film has been released on social networking sites.

The song has been picturised on teenagers Parth Bhalerao, Sumant Shinde & Pratik Lad, with Ritika Shrotri also part of this song. The story of ‘Boyz’ film revolves around these teenagers, who step into college to experience a different world in their lives. Highlight of this film is that it will be presented by singer-music director and film maker Avadhoot Gupte.

Swaroop Bhalwankar’s new romantic video album

Swaroop Bhalwankar, Singer
Swaroop Bhalwankar, Singer

In Marathi entertainment industry more and more newcomers are impressing music lovers with their skills in music and singing. One such name is Swaroop Bhalwankar. With the right atmosphere at home, helped Swaroop to groom as singer and music composer. Swaroop received name and fame through popular TV programme ‘Sa Re Ga Ma‘ followed by ‘World Antakshari‘ , when he represented India. Thereafter, there was no stopping for him.

Swaroop Bhalwankar found his first break in Bollywood through the film ‘Rishta‘. And thereafter, he launched his own albums besides singing for Marathi and Hindi films. His popular albums include names like ‘Tula Lagali Kunachi Hichaki‘ & ‘Mala Lagin Karaycha‘. Instead of remaining in the routine music profession, Swaroop Bhalwankar has tried to attempt something different to offer a platform for newcomers.

On the occasion of his 25th birthday recently, he launched his own Youtube channel ‘swaroop bhalwankar official‘ and at the same time launched his new romantic album ‘Gulabi Rimzim‘. Swaroop is confident that his new album will be welcomed by music lovers.

Ankush Chaudhari turns Brand Ambassador of Pro Kabaddi

Ankush Chaudhari as brand ambassador Pro Kabbadi
Ankush Chaudhari as brand ambassador Pro Kabbadi

The game of Kabaddi has its roots in Maharashtra. And, therefore for the ongoing new season of Pro Kabaddi the organisers of the team U Mumba and Puneri Paltan have rightly chosen popular Marathi film actor Ankush Chaudhari as their brand ambassador. Ankush himself was very excited about this offer and readily agreed for the same. The game of Kabaddi has already gained lot of importance, because of the direct TV telecast of these international level competition.

Star Sports channel and Online Hotstar are already airing the matches. With Ankush promoting this big event, this 5th season of Pro Kabaddi has added more enthusiasm among the sports lovers in Maharashtra. The competition has already begun from 28th July 2017 and Ankush Chaudhari is enjoying every moment of his team’s matches. His selection as Brand Ambassador to promote this game, also indicates his rising popularity in the state of Maharashtra.