Marathi film ‘Rashtra’ to present leaders like Raju Shetty & Ramdas Athavale
In the recent past, Marathi films have made tremendous progress, with realistic subjects. This has encouraged many Bollywood personalities and Politicians to make special appearance in Marathi films. Some of them have also produced films. Now, two politicians from Maharashtra, namely Dalit leader and M.P. Ramdas Athavale and Swabhiman Shetkari Sanghatna founder Raju Shetty will also be seen forthcoming Marathi film ‘Rashtra‘, shooting of which was held recently, at Raigad fort.
Both the politicians will be playing their real life characters in ‘Rashtra‘ film, which is being directed by Inderpal Singh, who has also written the script of this film. The director has earlier directed some Punjabi films. The film’s story is about the fight against caste politics and injustice on common man. Now, it remains to be seen, how the portrayal of these two leaders in the film’s team, would help in inviting the attention of film lovers.
Actress Seema Deo conferred with Zee Chitra Gaurav Lifetime achievement award
Veteran Marathi film actress Seema Deo, was recently conferred with Zee Chitra Gaurav Lifetime Achievement award, for her contribution to Marathi film industry. The award was presented to her by senior Marathi actress Sulochana, in presence of film maker Jabbar Patel, her sons Ajinkya Deo and Abhinay Deo. Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Seema Deo expressed her gratitude to the audience for appreciating all her films and thanked the organizers for considering her name for this prestigious award. “Receiving this award from Sulochana Didi was also something special.” she said.
It may be recalled that Seema Deo impressed her admirers through Marathi as well as Hindi films, with her acting performance. Her films like ‘Jagachya Pathivar’, ‘Molkarin’, ‘Pathlag’, ‘Vardakshina’, ‘Saraswatichandra’, & ‘Anand’ need a special mention. She is still fit enough to perform and few years ago we saw her in 2010 film ‘Jetaa‘, when she displayed her acting skills, in presence of her husband. Her son Ajinkya Deo was also part of this film.
This year film ‘Sairat‘ bagged maximum Zee Chitra gaurav awards in different categories, including best film and direction. However, the best actor and best actress awards were bagged by Girish Kulkarni and Iravati Harshe for their performance in the films ‘Jaoo Dya Na Balasaheb’ and ‘Kasav’ respectively.
Finally, ‘Sangharsh Yatra’ to release on 14th April
The much awaited Marathi film ‘Sangharsh Yatra‘ , which was announced as a biopic on Late BJP leader Gopinath Munde, is finally releasing on 14th April 2017. Directed by Sakar Raut and produced by Suryakant Baji, Sandeep Ghuge, Mukund Kulkarni & Raju Baji, the film was scheduled for release last year, but could not be released, for some technical reasons . However, now the Censors have given their clearance to this film.
But now, the release date has been confirmed by them. The film was in the news last year, as Amruta Fadnavis, wife of Maharashtra CM has rendered a song in ‘Sangharsh Yatra‘ film, written by Mandar Cholkar on the music of Shrirang Urhekar. The story , screenplay and dialogues have been written by Viraj Mule and Vishal Gharge, while Sanish Jairaj has done the cinematography of this film, with editing by Anant Kamat.
Gulshan Devaiah gets ready with his Marathi film ‘Daav’
Bollywood artistes getting attracted to perform in Marathi films is not new now. Till now, many Bollywood personalities have appeared in Marathi films with variety of roles. And, the Marathi audience also welcomed them. Now, the latest addition being Guklshan Devaiah, who was seen in Bollywood films like ‘Shaitaan‘,’Ram Leela‘ and ‘Hunterr‘ .
Guklshan Devaiah who is from Mumbai, did speak few words in Marathi in the film ‘Hunterr‘, but according to him this was not enough. So, when he was offered Marathi film ‘Daav‘, he seriously learned Marathi language and today, he can speak this language with ease. Guklshan Devaiah is very excited about ‘Daav‘ Marathi film, as he very much liked the script. Produced by Tony D’souza, Nitin Upadhay & Amul Mohan, ‘Daav‘ film is directed by Kanishk Verma. Now, it remains to be seen, how the Marathi audience would welcome his entry into Marathi.
Bhushan- Sanskruti film ‘Shivya’ set to release on 21st April
After attaining popularity through their TV serial ‘Pinjara’, Bhushan Pradhan and Sanskruti Balgude pair did a Marathi film ‘Nivdung’ together. And now, both will be seen in lead roles through forthcoming Marathi film ‘Shivya’, which is all set to release on 21st April 2017.
Directed by Sakar Raut, the film deals with the subject, where a person who is in a habit of uttering bad words in his day to life, is suddenly required to stop uttering bad words. What will be his condition and how he will restrain himself from using bad words, is what the film’s story is about. According to the director, it will be an interesting subject, as we notice majority of people using bad words, in today’s lifestyle.
Produced by Dhwani Sakar Raut,Nilesh Zope, Mihir karkare & Aashay Palekar , the film also stars Vidyadhar Joshi, Uday Sabnis, Piyush Ranade & Shubhangi Latkar.
Seven Marathi plays shortlisted for 17th SKD awards
‘Sanskruti Kaladarpan( SKD) Gaurav Rajani‘ is getting ready to present their awards in different categories such as Marathi films, plays and serials for the year 2017. This will be their 17th award function and this year, in Marathi plays section, seven plays have been shortlisted and their names are as follows: Ekdant production’s ‘Sakhar Khallela Manus‘, Anamika Production’s ‘Code Mantra‘, Ved Production’s ‘Ya Gojirvanya Gharaat‘, Avnish Production’s ‘Chhada‘, Jivhala Production’s ‘U Turn‘, Suyog/Jhelu Production’s ‘Teen Payanchi Sharyat‘ & Ved Production’s ‘Ke Dil Abhi Bhara Nahin‘.
24 plays had taken part in the competition for SKD awards, from which these seven plays have been shortlisted. Ms. Kanchan Adhikari, Prajakta Kulkarni & Mr. Pramod Pawar were the judges, to shortlist the seven plays. The final round will be held at Yashwant Natyamandir between 8th and 10th April 2017. However, two of these seven plays, namely ‘U Turn‘ and ‘Teen Payanchi Sharyat‘ will not be shown during the final round, due to technical reasons. The plays during the final round will be presented at a concessional rates.
SKD founder Chandrashekhar Sandve and SKD president Archana Nevrekar have also announced that the names of 10 shortlisted Marathi films for the final competition, will be announced soon.
‘Tujhyat Jeev Rangala’ fame Hardik Joshi now on Big Screen
Many Marathi actors after becoming popular on small screen, have found roles on Big screen. And, the latest entry is that of ‘Tujhyat Jeev Rangala ‘ serial fame Hardik Joshi, who plays the title role of Rana in this serial. Hardik Joshi has become so popular with this character that he has found place in the hearts of all those watching this hit serial on small screen.
Hardik Joshi will be making his debut in Marathi cinema through forthcoming Marathi film of Parth Production, titled ‘Journey Premachi’. However, he will be seen in a negative role in this film. Along with him will be another popular actor on small screen Madhav Devchakke, who plays the role of Kanha. The other lead artistes in this film are, Abhishek Sethia and Kashmira Kulkarni. ‘Journey Premachi’ film will be directed by Amol Bhave , who has also written the dialogues of this film.
‘तुमचं आमचं सेम नसतं’ विनोदी नाटक १५ मार्चला रंगभूमीवर
‘यश क्रिएशन’ आणि ‘परीस प्रॉडक्शन’ निर्मित ‘तुमचं आमचं सेम नसतं’ या नव्याकोऱ्या विनोदी नाटकाची निर्मिती सौ. अर्चना निलेश चव्हाण आणि के.प्रतिमा करीत असून दिग्दर्शन नितीन कांबळे करताहेत. प्रेक्षकांचे दिलखुलास मनोरंजन करण्याच्या उद्देशाने निर्मित ‘तुमचं आमचं सेम नसतं’ या नाटकातून हरहुन्नरी विनोदी अभिनेते विजय चव्हाण यांचा मुलगा वरद चव्हाण हा रंगभूमीवर पदार्पण करतोय.
प्रेम म्हणजे प्रेम असतं… तुमचं आमचं सेम असतं.. अस कितीही म्हटलं तरी बऱ्याचदा ते तसं कधीच नसतं.. हे सांगणारं ‘तुमचं आमचं सेम नसतं’ ह्याचे लेखन सुद्धा नितीन कांबळे यांचेच आहे, संगीत व पार्श्वसंगीताची साथ तृप्ती चव्हाण यांनी दिली असून गायक साईराम अय्यर, तृप्ती चव्हाण, करण यांनी ती गायली आहेत.
वरद चव्हाण बरोबर सिद्धार्थ पगारे, गौरी जोगळेकर, नितीन कुर्लेकर, कविता मगरे, आदित्य भालेराव, अभिजीत दुलगज आदि कलाकारांचा हयात समावेश आहे.
या नाटकाचा शुभारंभाचा प्रयोग बुधवार १५ मार्चला सायं. ४:३० वा. विष्णुदास भावे नाट्यगृहात रंगणार आहे.
‘Kanika’ presents horror film on the backdrop of female feticide
Female feticide is a social problem. In spite of stringent laws and implementation of social awareness programmes, we still find some cases on this issue coming to light in our country. Now, Marathi film ‘Kanika’ will present a horror film on the backdrop of this timely and sensitive subject. According to Pushkar Manohar, director of this film, the story of this film is a horror revenge drama with a different touch, presented for the first time in Marathi films.
Produced by Sandeep Manohar, this cinemascope film with dolby sound effect has good technical support. The film stars Sharad Ponkshe, Smita Shewale, Chaitrali Gupte, Kamlakar Satpute, Ananda Karekar and Falguni Rajani. Editing by Kuldip
Mehan and music by Amey Nare are other credits of this film, which is all set to release on 31st March 2017.
Prasad Oak makes announcement of his film ‘Hirkani’ on Women’s day
Actor- director Prasad Oak is back to direction. Combining with his writer friend Chinmay Mandlekar, he has announced the launch of his film ‘Hirkani’. This film is inspired by the story of brave mother called Hirkani, who had created a history with her adventure filled journey carrying her little child in her arms while coming down from Raigad fort during the dark night. With this film the duo of writer Chinmay and director Prasad will be working together after a long time, since they worked for their last film ‘Kachha Limbu’.
The story of ‘Hirkani’ film is penned by well Known writer Pratap Gangavane, while the screenplay and dialogues are written by actor-writer Chinmay Mandlekar. Since this film is based on the incident in Maratha history, there is lot of curiosity, as to who will play the title role in this film. But, the makers of this film have decided to keep it a secret at present and the name of the actress is likely to be announced later.