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Sachit Patil plays a blogger in ‘One Way Ticket’

Actor Sachit Patil
Actor Sachit Patil

We have been hearing a lot about forthcoming Marathi film ‘One Way Ticket’, ever since it was launched. The trailer of the film is very appealing, clearly indicating that it is an action packed film, shot in Europe. But, not much is known about this so called suspense thriller, except for the character of Sachit Patil, one of the lead artistes in this film. Till now, sachit has played variety of characters in Marathi films.

This time, Sachit is playing a blogger, going with the latest tradition on social networking sites. Speaking about his character, Sachit says that he has never written a blog in real life, but had an opportunity to play a blogger, through this film. “What I have written in my blog, shall remain a big mystery for the audience, till they watch this film.” says Sachit.

Produced by Komal Unavane and directed by Kamal Nathani and Amol Shetge, ‘One Way Ticket’ will open in theatres on 23rd September 2016. The film also stars Amruta Khanvilkar, Shashank Ketkar, Gashmeer Mahajani , Neha Mahajan, Asha Shelar & Roger D’costa.

Rajendra Shisatkar to play title role in ‘Mr. & Mrs. Unwanted’

Rajendra Shisatkar, Smita Gondkar
Rajendra Shisatkar, Smita Gondkar

We have been watching Rajendra Shisatkar in the role of Police officer in many films, including a popular Hindi TV serial ‘Crime Patrol’ . Now, Rajendra will be seen in title role of  ‘Mr. Unwanted’ in the film ‘Mr.& Mrs. Unwanted’. In the film, he plays a Bank Manager. Along with Rajendra, ‘Pappi De’ video song fame Smita Gondkar, will seen in the role of an event manager.

‘Mr.& Mrs. Unwanted’ will present a story of a couple, which goes after unwanted luxuries in life. Produced by Mitang Bhupesh Rawat, the film is directed by Dinesh Anant, who makes his debut as a director, through this film. He had earlier worked as assistant director for award winning films like ‘Shwaas’ and ‘Dombivali fast’. Dinesh has also written the screenplay of this film. Music by Shrihari vaze and cinematography by Sachin Gadankush are the other credits.

अनाथ मुलांची हृदयस्पर्शी कथा सांगणारा ‘कन्फ्युज’ हा चित्रपट लवकरच प्रदर्शित

Confuse Marathi Movie
Cast and crew members of Marathi movie ‘Confuse’

अनाथ मुलांची हृदयस्पर्शी कथा सांगणारा  ‘कन्फ्युज‘ हा मराठी चिञपट येत्या ऑक्टोबर महिन्यात प्रदर्शित होत आहे. अभिजीत सोनावणे, पुण्यकर उपाध्याय आणि रक्षंदा थुल हे मुख्य भूमिकेत दिसतील.

चिञपटाची कथा पटकथा आणि दिग्दर्शन प्रशांत चंद्रकांत सुर्वे यांनी केले आहे. सर्वा प्राॅडक्शन या बॅनर अंतर्गत सचिन साळुंखे आणि प्रशांत सुर्वे यांनी या चित्रपटाची निर्मिती केली आहे. सिनेमॅटोग्राफी मयुरेश जोशी यांनी केली आहे. संगीत मोनू अर्जामेरी, राजू म्हासेकर, गुरू मेहेर यांचे असून दर्शन सारोलकर यांनी नृत्य दिग्दर्शन केले आहे. सुरेखा खुडची, माधव अभ्यंकर, राहुल लोहगावकर, प्रसाद सुर्वे, राहुल बेलापुरकर, शर्वरी लोकरे, धनंजय निकम, आशुतोष वाडेकर आदी कलाकारांचा या चित्रपटात समावेश आहे. या चित्रपटाची गीते सचिन तळे यांनी लिहिली आहेत.

Anand Shinde records a song for ‘Adults Only’

Adults Only Marathi Movie Picture
Ajay Thakur, Amit Dhupe, Anand Shinde, Milind Kavade & others

We have heard about the films getting censor certificate ‘Adults Only‘ for screening in theatres. But now, there will be a new Marathi film titled as ‘Adults Only‘. Will this film receive ‘U’, ‘UA’ or ‘A’ certification, it remains to be seen. At present, the film is in its production stage, by already creating a new record, for being the first film to be shot on iphone 6. Director Milind Kavade will be attempting this new experiment for this film, which is being produced by Ajay Thakur under the banner of Seven Horse Entertainment.

Recently, the first song ‘Aapla Haath Jagannath..‘ of this film rendered in the voice of renowned singer Anand Shinde was released on social networking site and within a day, it received overwhelming response. According to the makers of this film, this song is sure to popularize during the forthcoming Ganesh Festival. They are also confident that the music lovers would accept this song, as they did it for Anand Shinde‘s previous song ‘Chimani Udali…‘.

‘Photocopy’ promises youthful tale of love and friendship

Parna Pethe Dr Neha Rajpal  Chetan Chitnis Photocopy Picture
Neha Rajpal, Parna Pethe, Chetan Chitnis, Vijay Maurya & others at trailer
launch of Marathi movie ‘Photocopy’

Films based on love triangle always receive a good response from film lovers. And, if it is about a double role, it is likely to invite more attention. One such film suitably titled ‘Photocopy‘ is now due for release on 16th September 2016. Trailer of this film was launched on Tuesday, in presence of lead artistes of this film, singer turned producer Neha Rajpal and director Vijay Maurya. The film is presented by Viacom 18 along with Neha Rajpal.

Parna Pethe, whom we saw in films like ‘Rama Madhav‘ and most recent ‘YZ‘ is playing double role of twin sisters, in ‘Photocopy film, while Chetan Chitnis is making his debut through this film. Trailer of this film clearly suggests that it is all about college lifestyle of the youth and has been shot at the picturesque locations of Lavasa, off. Pune. Speaking on the occasion of trailer launch, actor and ad film maker Vijay Maurya thanked Neha Rajpal for selecting him to direct this film on the subject of youth.

Veteran actress Vandana Gupte is playing an important role of a grandmother in this film, while ‘Shala‘ fame Anshuman Joshi is returning with an important role in this film.

Colors- Marathi offers inspiring tales of legends

Awaaz Itihasatlya Soneri Panacha Serial Image
Urmila Kanetkar – Kothare as Rani Ahilyabai Holkar and Prasad Oak as Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, Neha Joshi as Savitribai Phule

Marathi television plays a very important role in educating the audience and at the same time offering subjects to inspire them, besides offering entertainment. There are some serials, which are based on mythology, but they are prolonged , taking away the interest of the audience. However, the new serial on Colors Marathi, suitably titled ‘Awaaz-Itihasatlya Soneri Panacha‘, which began on 27th June 2016 has already completed two chapters, covering the biopic of two legends namely ‘Sant Dnyaneshwar‘ and ‘Mahatma Jyotiba Phule‘ the legends in history of Maharashtra. It was a pleasure to watch the performances of Saurabh Gokhale and Prasad Oak, portraying the roles of Sant Dnyaneshwar and Mahatma Jyotiba Phule .

After covering the important events in their lives in about eight episodes each, now they have started the chapter of Rani Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore, whose reign in central India lasted for about 30 years. Ahilyabai was a very able ruler and a perfect organizer and was highly respected person. Therefore, it will be interesting to watch her story on small screen, through this serial. It is also interesting to watch Urmila Kanetkar Kothare playing her character, after returning to small screen almost after 5 years.

Pritam Kagne hasn’t forgotten her commitment to the society

Birthday Celebration Picture Of Pritam Kagne
Actress Pritam Kagne celebrated her birthday at Ayodhya School of special education

As per the new trend, Marathi film artistes generally celebrate their birthdays with their friends at a good hotel or spend time on a picnic with their family or close friends. But, have you ever heard a young Marathi actor or actress celebrating their birthday with disabled children ? There are very few examples in this self centred lifestyle today.

Young Pritam Kagne, who made her debut in Marathi few years ago with Marathi film ‘Bokad‘ has already worked as a speech therapist in Pune and very well knows her duty to the society. Yesterday, Pritam Kagne celebrated her birthday in the company of hearing impaired children from Ayodhya School of special Education, Pune, by serving them food. “It was awesome feeling” reacted Pritam on her social networking page. And, this was a fine gesture. MarathiMovieworld.com takes note of her commitment to the society and wishes her all the best for her forthcoming film ‘Halaal‘, which has already won awards and appreciation at various international film festivals.

Siya Patil returns with Marathi film ‘Garbh’

Garbh Marathi Movie Muhurat
Anant Jog, Kishori Shahane, Siya Patil & others at Muhurat of Marathi movie ‘Garbh’

Siya Patil, who made her debut in Marathi films six years ago through ‘Chal Gammat Karu‘, was later seen in films like ‘Chal Dhar Pakad‘, ‘Navra Avali Baiko Lovely‘ & ‘IPL Premacha Lafada‘, will now be returning in a lead role through forthcoming Marathi film ‘Garbh‘. It may be recalled that before taking up her acting career, Siya was a sports fanatic, being a black belt in Karate and a national level Volleyball player and state level basketball player.

Through this film RJ Dilip, will also be  making his debut in Marathi films. ‘Garbh‘ will be a family social film, produced by Rajendra Atole and directed by Subhash Ghorpade. The other artistes of this film are, Kishori Shahane, Anant Jog and Yatin Karyekar.

Recently, this film was launched with song recording , when the artistes of this film and technical people were present. Many well known singers like Vaishali Samant along with Swapnil Bandodkar, Vaishali Made & Neha Rajpal are rendering their voices for the songs penned by Arun Kulkarni on the music of Ashok Waigankar. The story of this film is written by Ramesh Tiwari.

Director Rajesh Mapuskar to make his debut in Marathi through Priyanka Chopra’s film ‘Ventilator’

Rajesh Mapuskar, Director
Director Rajesh Mapuskar

Popular Bollywood actress Actress Priyanka Chopra through her production house Purple Pebble Pictures had already announced at the beginning of this year, her Marathi film ‘Ventilator’, which is produced by Madhu Chopra and directed by Rajesh Mapuskar. According to makers, this film will be a family entertainer featuring a sterling ensemble cast that includes veteran Marathi film and theatre actors. The movie is currently into its post-production stage.

It may be recalled that director Rajesh Mapuskar has worked as assistant director with Bollywood filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani and also made his debut as independent director through the film ‘Ferrari Ki Sawaari’. Now, through ‘Ventilator’ he will be making his debut as a director in Marathi. And therefore, there are big expectations from this film, which will announce its release date soon.

Writer- director Rajesh Mapuskar while speaking about his film, said, “I’m grateful to Priyanka Chopra and Madhu Chopra for backing my Marathi debut. This film, which is a fun, festive and family film, features several eminent actors of Marathi film industry.”

So, the Marathi film lovers are still kept in dark about the artistes of this film.

Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Nivdung’ promises music with variety

Sanskruti Balgude, Shekhar Phadke, Prajakta Dighe, Actress
Prajakta Dighe, Shekhar Phadke, Sanskruti Balgude, Munawar Bhagat, Bhushan Pradhan

 

Songs and music play a very important role in the success of Marathi films. Besides good story, music is equally important and this has been proved by hit films like Katyar Kaljat Ghusli’ and Sairat in the recent past. Now, forthcoming Marathi film ‘Nivdung’ also promises music with variety.

Produced and directed by Munnawar Bhagat , the music release of this film was held at Juhu hotel recently, in presence of lead pair of the film Bhushan Pradhan & Sanskruti Balgude. Besides this lead pair,the film also stars Shekhar Phadke, Sara Shravan, Aastad Kale & Prajakta Dighe. Six songs in this film have been composed by music director Rafiq Shaikh, with many prominent singers like Suresh wadkar, Swapnil Bandodkar, Dr.Neha Rajpal & Urmila Dhangar rendering their voices for these songs.