‘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.
Third Eye Asian Film Festival concludes with launch of two books
The Third Eye Asian Film Festival concluded recently in presence of dignitaries from Marathi film industry and other special invitees. Popular actress and Jt. Director of Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Chitrapat Mahamandal Ms. Varsha Usgaonkar expressed satisfaction about the conduct of this film festival, which has offered an opportunity to many film makers to display their finest creations. She appealed to all the talented film makers to consider as a platform to display their skills. Also present on the occasion were, Mr. Kiran Shantaram President of Third Eye Film Festival, Mmr. Sudhir Nandgaonkar Director of the festival, Mr. Sanjeev Palande, Director of P. L. Deshpande Academy.
During this concluding ceremony of the festival, two books were launched. First one was D. B. Samant’s book ‘Chanderi Smrutichitre’ and the second was an e –book edition of ‘Shantarama’ written by Late V.Shantaram and edited by Madhura Jasraj. Both these books have been published by Chitrapati V.Shantaram Pratishthan. This year the audience had an opportunity to witness wonderful short films section, in which Iran’s ‘Birthday Night’ won the best film award.
CM Devendra Fadnavis launches music of the Marathi film ‘Atrocity’
Known for his films based on issues related to our day to day life, director Deepak Kadam is now ready to offer his next film ‘Atrocity‘, which is also based on a social issue highlighting the truth behind the ‘atrocities act’, besides offering entertainment. Recently, music of ‘Atrocity‘ film was launched by Chief Minister of Maharashtra Mr. Devendra Fadnavis. Speaking on this occasion Maharashtra CM praised the efforts of the director for presenting a film on this social issue.
Producer of this film Dr.Rajendra Padole decided to make ‘Atrocity‘ film only with the intention of creating proper awareness about the atrocities act. According to him, music also plays an important role in this film and therefore lyricists like Mandar Cholkar, Vijay K Patil, Anant Jadhav , Akhil Joshi and singers like Aanandi Joshi, Vaishali Samant, Janhavi Prabhu Arora, Nandesh Umap, Saurabh Srivastav, Shashikant Mumbare have been engaged along with music director Amar- Ramlaxman. With cameraman Rajesh Rathod, this film introduces new lead pair of Rushabh Padole & Pooja Jaiswal. The other lead artistes of this film are, Yatin Karyekar, Lekha Rane, Ganesh Yadav, Vijay Kadam, Surekha Kudchi, Dr.Nishigandha Wad, Kamalesh Surve, Raju More & Jyoti Patil. The film is set to release on 2nd February 2018.