‘Krutant’ is now in post production stage
After performing muhurat of his Marathi film ‘Krutant‘, producer Mihir Shah has managed to complete shooting of his film, as per schedule, with well planned direction of Datta Mohan Bhandare. The film is now in post production stage. The film’s story is based on today’s busy lifestyle, where there is no time for a person to communicate with others. According to the makers the story of this film will relate every individual watching this film. Instead of offering a bitter dose of solution to this problem, the makers say that they have tried to offer the timely message through this musical entertainer.
The story screenplay and dialogues of ‘Krutant‘ film are written by director himself with artistes like Sandeep Kulkarni, Suyog Gorhe, Vidya Karanjikar, Sayali Patil, Vaishnavi Patwardhan playing lead roles. Vijay Gavande has composed the music of this film, while Vijay Mishra has handled the camera. The film has been shot at picturesque Malvan in Konkan region, besides some beautiful locations at National park and Madh in Mumbai.
Umesh Kamat & Tejashree Pradhan fly kite to promote their film ‘Asehi Ekada Vhave’
This is the week to welcome Makar Sankranti. And as per the tradition, it is time to distribute ‘tilgul’ and fly kites to celebrate this occasion. So, to catch up with this festive spirit, makers of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Asehi Ekada Vhave’ unveiled the first look of their film at Plaza preview theatre, Dadar with lead pair Umesh Kamat & Tejashree Pradhan distributing ‘Tilgul’ to media people, who were present in large number. After unveiling the first look, to celebrate this occasion, both Umesh and Tejashree attempted to fly kite to promote their film, which is a love story with a difference, as claimed by director Sushrut Bhagwat.
Speaking on the occasion, the director said that he was very much impressed with the story penned by Shravani Pillai and decided to make this film, opting for his favourite actor Umesh Kamat, with whom he had worked with previous films ‘Mumbai Time’ & ‘A Paying Ghost‘. As regards selecting Tejashree for the lead role, the director stated that he wanted an actress who had not played the lead opposite Umesh till now. And, that’s how Tejashree found this role. Even otherwise, both Umesh and Tejashree are popular stars today, with Umesh opening this year with success through his first film of the year ‘Ye Re Ye Re Paisa’ and Tejashree has attained popularity as an anchor for the hit musical programme ‘Sur Nava Dhyas Nava’ on television.
Present on the occasion were producer Mr. Madhukar Rahane and other artistes of this film Chirag Patil, Shravani Pillai, Ravindra Shingne along with technical crew members.
‘कुठे हरवून गेले…’ गाणे केतकी माटेगावकरच्या सुरेल आवाजात
कर्णमधुर संगीत.. आणि मंत्रमुग्ध करणारा तरल आवाज हे प्रत्येक यशस्वी चित्रपटाचे गमक मानलं जातं. चित्रपट प्रदर्शनापूर्वीच त्यातील गाणी जेव्हा रसिकांच्या ओठी रुळतात तेव्हा त्या चित्रपटाबद्दलची उत्सुकता अधिकच शिगेला पोहचते. सध्या अशीच उत्सुकता मराठी चित्रपटसृष्टीत पहायला मिळतेय, ती म्हणजे ‘What’s Up लग्न‘ या चित्रपटाच्या निमित्ताने.
क्षितीज पटवर्धन यांच्या लेखणीतून उतरलेल्या ‘कुठे हरवून गेले..’ या हृदयस्पर्शी गीताला केतकी माटेगावकरच्या सुरेल आवाजाची साथ लाभली आहे तर ट्रॉय-आरिफ यांनी आपल्या जादुई संगीताने या गाण्याला चारचाँद लावलेत असे म्हटलं तर वावगं ठरणार नाही.
‘कुठे हरवून गेले‘ या गाण्याची उत्सुकता ताणून ठेवत निर्माते-दिग्दर्शकांनी या गाण्याचा चित्रपटातील व्हिडियो प्रसिद्ध न करता त्यासाठी एक खास व्हिडियो अल्बम बनवला आहे. ‘डान्स प्लस’ या गाजलेल्या रिअॅलिटी शोमधील पल्लवी आणि ऋषभ ही जोडी अल्बमसाठी निवडली गेली. फुलवा खामकर यांच्या नृत्यदिग्दर्शनखाली या गाण्यावर सेन्शुअस कंटेम्परी डान्स स्टाईल कोरिओग्राफ केली आहे .
फिनक्राफ्ट मीडिया निर्मित, जाई जोशी आणि व्हिडीओ पॅलेस प्रस्तुत ‘What’s Up लग्न‘ या चित्रपटाचे दिग्दर्शन विश्वास जोशी यांनी केले आहे. वैभव तत्ववादी आणि प्रार्थना बेहेरेची ही लव्हेबल केमिस्ट्री लवकरच तुमच्या जवळच्या चित्रपटगृहांत पाहू शकाल.
Three Marathi films to release simultaneously coming Friday
The year 2017 concluded with release of film ‘Deva‘ and ‘Gachchi‘ and began well with release of ‘Ye Re Ye Re Paisa‘ last Friday. But, coming Friday Marathi film lovers will witness release of three Marathi films simultaneously. One may call it a Sankranti gift showering upon the audience, making them think, which one is the right choice for them. So, can we expect the film makers of these films to distribute ’tilgul’ to welcome the audience to the cinema halls all over Maharashtra?
Among these three Marathi films ‘Dr. Tatya Lahane‘ is a biopic on renowned eye surgeon Dr.Tatya Lahane, with comedy King Makarand Anaspure getting an opportunity to play a different type of character with a challenge. Directed by Virag Madhumalati Wankhade, this film is produced by Vandana Wankhade and also stars senior artistes like Ramesh Deo, Alka Kubal, Nishigandha Wad and Bharat Ganeshpure. The second film to be released on Friday is ‘Barayan‘ which throws light on the pressures on children appearing for 12th Standard exams and high expectations from their parents. The film will also expose the money making attitude of educational institutions. This film is produced by Daivata Patil, presented by BJP leader Shina NC and directed by Deepak Patil.
The third film ‘Hostel Days‘ promises a musical entertainer, taking the elderly audience down memory lane to their College Hostel days , though the film is targeted at youngsters with seven new faces in the company of Prarthana Behere & Aroh Welankar.
Nilesh Muley has really worked hard to present his animation film ‘Prabho Shivaji Raja’
There have been animation films on epics like Ramayan & Mahabharat and also on Lord Hanuman. But now, Director-editor Nilesh Muley is all set to present his animation film on the great warrior of Maharashtra Shiv Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Suitably titled ‘Prabho Shivaji Raja‘ this film is being released at a time when animation technology is being watched by film lovers with lot of enthusiasm. And there cannot be a better character than Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj who created a history, with his hard work and commitment for freedom of our country.
The highlight of ‘Prabho Shivaji Raja‘ film is the hard work put in by Nilesh Muley to present this animation film in a realistic way. For this purpose he has used certain real locations during Shivaji’s time and then after taking photos of these places and studying in detail the historical happenings at these places. According to the film maker, ‘Prabho Shivaji Raja‘ film will not only appeal children, but will also inspire elderly people. This film is a dream come true for this film maker, as he worked for three years to complete this film, with most important editing work.
Biopic on Dr. Tatya Lahane gets ready for release on 12th January
Known for his innumerable contribution to medical field, Dr. Tatya Lahane was conferred with PadmaShri civilian award in 2008. But, that was not enough to recognise his work in the field of medical science. Now, a biopic in Marathi titled ‘Dr.Tatya Lahane – Angaar..Power is within‘ directed by Virag Madhumalati Wankhade is getting ready for release all over Maharashtra on 12th January 2018.
Known for his clean image, Dr. Tatyarao Lahane has worked as a Dean of Grant Medical College and J. J. Hospital, Mumbai, and as an Ophthalmologist he has set a world record with more than 100,000 cataract surgeries. He has always been committed to helping poor people, as he was born in a small village named Makegaon in Latur district of Maharashtra state in a farmer’s family . Today he is 60 years old, but at a young age, both of his kidneys were not functioning and his mother donated one of her kidneys to him.
‘Dr.Tatya Lahane – Angaar..Power Is Within‘ film will certainly highlight his emotional bonding with his mother and his days of struggle during his childhood. Makarand Anaspure plays the lead role in this film along with Alka Kubal, Nishigandha Wad, Ramesh Deo and Bharat Ganeshpure. So, after ‘Dr. Prakash Amte‘, we look forward to watch another inspiring biopic next week.
Six new actresses to make their acting debut in ‘Hostel Days’
Till now, we had only heard about Prarthana Behere, Aroh Velankar and debutant Virajas Kulkarni playing lead roles in film maker Ajay Naik’s forthcoming much awaited Marathi film ‘Hostel Days‘. But now, the makers of ‘Hostel Days‘ film have surprised all of us, declaring that they have introduced six fresh faces in the form of Ankita Bora, Soniya Patwardhan, Purva Shinde, Ankita Lande, Sagarika Lukari & Purva Deshpande. Some of them are Professional Models, while others are college students and acquired higher education.
And, if film lovers are interested to know their background, Ankita Bora is all set to become a chartered accountant and has anchored stage events. Purva Shinde is a professional model having appeared for several brands. Soniya Patwardhan is studying in 12th at S.P. College Pune and her mother Mrudul Patwardhan is a costume designer. Purva Deshpande is studying her FY BA at S.P.College , Pune and has won various prizes in various drama competitions. Ankita Lande is on the verge of passing her BAMS degree . She is also into modelling. Finally, Sagarika Rukari who is also a well Known fashion model and done her B.A. with Literature.
All these six girls are all set to offer fun on screen on 12th January 2018.
‘Vichha Majhi Puri Kara’ play celebrates Golden Jubilee year
50 years ago Popular Drama producer and film maker late Dada Kondke staged a play ‘Vichha Majhi Puri Kara’ which was written by Vasant Sabnis. This play had become very popular all over Maharashtra, as it was filled with lots of humour arising out of the changing political situation in the state. After Dada Kondke, actor Vijay Kadam has been staging this play since 1986 and till now he has staged 750 shows. Along with Vijay Kadam, the other artistes associated with this play are, Priyanka Shetty, Mangesh Hatle, Chetan Mhaske, Tushar Khedekar and Sanjay Parab.
Now, this popular play will be stated during the inauguration of the Baba Vardam Smruti Natyamahotsav in Kudal , which will be staged at Baba Vardam Rangmanch ( Sanskrutik Bhavan) on 7th January 2018. This drama festival will be staged between 7th and 13th January 2018 . Speaking about this honour for his play, Mr. Vijay Kadam said that it was a happy moment for his group and expressed his confidence that people from Kudal would welcome their play with overwhelming response.
‘Rashtra’ will present Vikram Gokhale in a sensational role
Known for his memorable roles on stage, television and films, veteran Vikram Gokhale has already established himself as a versatile actor in both Marathi and Hindi film industry. He has been so natural in his performances , while playing variety of roles. Now, in the forthcoming Marathi film ‘Rashtra‘ he will be seen in a sensational role. Produced by Bunty Singh and written-directed and edited by Inderpal Singh, this film presents a script which relates to the culture of Maharashtra.
‘Rashtra‘ will present renowned artistes who are suited to play the characters in political circle. To present this subject the writer- director has done a lot of study of Maharashtra politics, to enable him to offer a realistic situation of latest happenings. Highlight of this film is that popular Politicians Ramdas Athavale and Raju Shetty will be making their acting debut through this film, which also stars Mohan Joshi, Rohini Hattangadi, Milind Gunaji, Sanjay Narvekar, Deepak Shirke, Late Reema Lagoo besides Mr. Vikram Gokhale. Music of the film is by Nikhil Kamat & Inderpal. This film is all set to release during this new year.
Around 100 Marathi films released during 2017, but very few had successful run
In the year 2016 only one Marathi film did very good business and that was ‘Sairat’, which turned out to be a Super Hit Marathi film. However, in the year 2017, which just concluded, we haven’t seen a film reaching that level of success, though there were around 100 films released during this year. It’s not that no film received success. There were films like ‘Ti Sadhya Kaay Karte’ , ‘Boyz’, ‘Chi Vas au Ka’ , ‘Fugay’ and latest released film at the end of year 2017 ‘Deva’ received good response from audience. In fact, release of ‘Deva’ was along with Salman Khan’s film, which is to be appreciated. Films like ‘Hridayantar’, ‘Lapachhapi’ and ‘Halal’ also received appreciation from audience, for attempting new subjects.
Surprisingly, big banner films like ‘FU’, ‘Rubik Cube’, ‘Bhikari’, ‘Bus Stop’, ‘Dhyanimani’ didn’t receive much response from Marathi audience. At the fag end of the year two other films ‘Gachchi’ and ‘Charandas Chor’ did attempt something different through the film’s unusual story. Year 2018 has just began and it remains to be seen, which film would turn out to be hit? The new year release begins with Sanjay Jadhav’s multi starrer film ‘Ye Re Ye Re Paisa’ which is all set to release on 5th January 2018. Some critics have already predicted after watching the first look that this would be a hit film. Let us wait and see. There are few other films which are due for release in this new year and have raised expectations. The names of these films are, ‘Waras’, ‘Bebhaan’, ‘Cycle’ & ‘Unmatta’. Wishing them all the best.