Is Vijay Andalkar emerging as the most promising actor ?
Zee Marathi’s ‘Maharashtrache Superstar’ talent contest held in 2010, offered many talented artistes to Marathi stage, television industry and also Marathi film industry. Though, Dr.Nilesh Sable and Yogini Chouk won the final round, all the 12 contestants shortlisted for the contest were super intelligent and it was a good contest. Vivek Raut, Namrata Awte, Nikhil Raut, Sneha Kulkarni made it to the final round, along with Nilesh and Yogini; but, among those who could not make it was Vijay Andalkar. The tall and smart actor from Pune, is now finding better roles in Marathi films.
Vijay is otherwise an excellent stage actor ; but, last year we saw him along with Abhijit Khandkekar, in an important role of Sangram Shinde in the film ‘Dhol Tashe’. He will also be seen in forthcoming film ‘Mr. & Mrs. Sadachari’ along with Vaibhav Tatwavdi . But, his next film in the lead role ‘702 Dixits’ is due for release on 15th January 2016 and Vijay is looking forward to a good response from the audience to this film, which is a suspense thriller. Recently, when we met him, during the music release of this film, he said, “In Marathi, there are not many suspense thrillers. Therefore, I am glad that director Shankh Rajadhyaksha has given me an opportunity to play lead role in this film.”
In this film, Vijay is casted opposite two talented actresses Gauri Nigudkar and Pallavi Patil. Gauri is playing his wife, while Pallavi is playing his close friend. With ample talent in him, Vijay is all set to invite the attention of film lovers. Will he emerge as one of the most promising actors in Marathi film industry? MMW wishes him all the best.
‘Lord of Shingnapur’ is ready for 8th January release
Films based on Spirituality have always found audience in Marathi. Therefore, we notice at least few films in a year, based on this theme. Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Lord of Shingnapur’ also highlights the subject of spirituality. The film is set on the backdrop of Lord Shanidev , by presenting a love story, well knitted into film’s screenplay. According to director Raj Rathod, who is himself a great devotee of Lord Shanidev, the film will inspire the audience , for the manner in which the spirit of Lord has been presented in this film.
Singer Sukhvinder Singh who has rendered a five minute long song in this film, also makes his acting debut in this film. For actor Ashutosh Kulkarni, this film should prove a blessing, as two of his films, which are complete, haven’t seen their release till date. His co star in the film Vaibhavi Shandilya, who has already made her debut through last year’s film ‘Por Bazaar’, is very hopeful from this film. Hindi television actor and popular personality Rahul Mahajan is also playing an important role in this film, along with other artistes like Milind Gunaji ( as Lord Shanidev) ,Varsha Usgaonkar, Sudhir Dalvi, Manoj Joshi, Pankaj Vishnu, Aniket Kelkar, Milind Joshi and others. The film is ready for release on 8th January 2016.
‘Braveheart’ shooting nearing completion
Dasbabu, who had directed his previous Marathi film ‘Tahan’ few years ago, besides directing TV serials and documentaries, is almost on the verge of completing shooting of his ongoing film ‘Braveheart- Jiddh Jagnyachi’. Produced by Sacchidanand karkhanis and Santosh Mokashi, the film presents true story of Nikhil Karkhanis, son of producer Sacchidanand Karkhanis. Today, Nikhil is no more. But, he fought a brave battle against a serious spinal ailment, which had paralysed his body. Nikhil’s father played an important role of encouraging his son, to overcome his serious ailment, with the help of his strong will power. It is certainly an inspiring tale of a youngster, who was brilliant and tried to impart his knowledge to others, by making his services in the company useful, training others.
Sangram Samel, who is making his debut in films, through this film, is playing this most challenging role, along with popular TV actress Dhanashree Kadgaonkar, who is also making her film debut. Versatile actor Arun Nalawade is playing the role of Nikhil’s encouraging father, while veteran actress Ila Bhate plays the head of HR division of Niklhil’s company , who supports him in his endeavour. Nikhil’s childhood role is played by Atharv Talvelkar a talented child artiste from Dombivali.
Dasbabu , who is busy completing the shooting of this film in next few days, shot some important scenes on Saturday, on child star Atharva, Arun Nalawade, Sulbha Dehpande, Vijay Chavan, Kishore Pradhan, Abhay Kulkarni & Atul parchure, who is the narrator of this film’s story. Shrikant Bojewar, who has won several awards as a writer for the film ‘Ek Hajarachi Note’ has written the screenplay and dialogues of this film, while Music is composed by Arnab Chatterjee. According to the makers, the film will be ready for release sometime in March- April 2016.
स्टाईलिश ‘गुरु’ २२ जानेवारीला प्रेक्षकांच्या भेटीस
मराठी सिनेमासृष्टीत दर वर्षी नवीन नवीन विषयांवर आणि वेग वेगळे प्रयोग होताना आपल्याला दिसतायेत. त्यातील अनेक सिनेमांना प्रेक्षेकांची चांगली पसंती मिळतीये. शिवाय मराठी तिकीट बारीवर सुपरहिट सिनेमांची सख्या सुद्धा वाढतीये.
दुनियादारी, प्यारवाली लव्हस्टोरी, तू ही रे यांसारखे रोमँटिक सिनेमे देणारे संजय जाधव ह्या वर्षाची सुरवात आपल्या ‘गुरु‘ ह्या सिनेमाने करत आहेत. अंकुश चौधरीची मुख्य भूमिका असलेला हा सिनेमा अॅक्शन, रोमँटिक, ड्रामा असणार आहे . नुकताच या सिनेमाचा ट्रेलर प्रदर्शित करण्यात आला. इरॉस इंटरनॅशनल, बॅगपायपर सोडा आणि ड्रीमिंग ट्वेंटी फोर सेव्हन यांनी मिळून सिनेमाची निर्मिती केली आहे. दुनियादारी नंतर, डबल सीट, दगडी चाळ अश्या सिनेमांतून , प्रेक्षेकांमध्ये स्टाईल आयकॉन म्हणून विषेश प्रसिद्ध असलेला अंकुश चौधरीची गुरूच्या ट्रेलरमधून आपली वेगळी ‘स्टाईल’ असल्याचे दिसून येते आहे.
अगदी साउथ तडका अॅक्शन सिक्वेन्स आपल्याला ह्यात दिसतो. अंकुश सोबतचा उर्मिला कानेटकर हीचा मँगोडॉली लूक ही आपल्याला यातून पाहायला मिळतो आहे. येत्या २२ जानेवारीला गुरु हा सिनेमा महाराष्ट्रासह सर्वत्र प्रदर्शित होणार आहे. एंटरटेनमेंटचं कमप्लीट पॅकेज असलेला हा सिनेमा प्रेक्षकांचे निखळ मनोरंजन करून, सर्वाधिक कमाई करत लोकप्रिय होईल अशी आशा करूया .
Lifetime Achievement award for Sarla Yevlekar
Veteran Marathi and Hindi film actress Sarla Yevlekar, was conferred with Life Time achievement award by the Dadasaheb Phalke Marathi Sanskrutik karya Trust, yesterday evening in Mumbai. The award was presented to her by Mr. Kiran Shantaram and Maharashtra Cultural Minister Mr. Vinod Tawde, in presence of many dignitaries from the Marathi film industry and special invitees.
Overwhelmed by this gesture, Sarla Yevlekar thanked the organisers, for selecting her for this award. She also thanked the cultural minister, for his presence and Mr. Kiran Shantaram, for personally presenting this award to her. She talked about her memories and association with late film maker V.Shantaram, father of Mr. Kiran Shantaram. Incidentally, Sarla Yevlekar was part of V.Shantaram’s film ‘Pinjara’.
Dadasaheb Phalke Trust which is headed by Ad. Mohanrao Pingale & Deepali Syed had organised this award event, which is in its third year. Apart from giving awards to the artistes and film makers, they also felicitate technicians and workers in Marathi film industry. The best film award went to ‘Candle March’. Ankush Choudhari and Sumeet Raghavan shared the best actor’s award, while Sonali Kulkarni ( Sr.) received the best actress award. Paresh Mokashi was awarded the best director’s trophy.
Among the other award winners in other categories were, Makarand Anaspure, Varsha Usgaonkar, Prarthana Behere, Aroh Velankar, Pushkar Shrotri, Usha Naik , Sharad kelkar Janhavi Prabhu Arora, Shrikant Bojewar, Guru Thakur, Ajay Atul, Prasad Bhende, Umesh Jadhav & others. The ‘Shramashreya’ awards were presented to Arun Pillai, Balu Kamble, Madhukar Choughule, Vilas Salokhe & Spot Dada Bbalasaheb. Youngsters Siddharth Chandekar & Mrunmayee Deshpande anchored the show, in which besides the awards, some skits and dance items were also presented by Marathi celebrities. Swapni Joshi & Sachit Patil promoted their forthcoming film on this occasion, while Rakesh Bapat & Vaidehi Parshurami performed a dance together, to promote their forthcoming film.
Sad demise of Well Known Marathi poet Mangesh Padgaonkar
Well Known poet from Maharashtra, Mangesh Keshav Padgaonkar is no more. He passed away at his Mumbai residence, after a brief illness. Born on 10-March 1929, in Vengurla, Sindhudurg District in Maharashtra Mr. Padgaonkar later came to Mumbai and studied his Master of Arts degree in Marathi and Sanskrit from the University of Mumbai. He taught Marathi at Ruia College for some years. He married Yashoda Padgaonkar and had three children.
Mr. Padgaonkar started writing poems from the age of 14. ‘Tuz pahile tav pahile, he pushpa rudayatale’ was his first poem. He had written poems for more than 70 years . His songs ‘Ashi Pakhare yeti’, ‘Shukratara mand Vara ..’ ‘Sang Sang Bholanath’, ‘Bhatukalichya Khelamadhali’ , ‘Ya Janmawar’ , ‘Dolyanmadhale aasoo Pusati’, ‘Ya Jaganyawar Shatada Prem Karawe’ and his poem ‘Salaam’ were most popular. He has penned lyrics for many Marathi films and his lyrics were last heard in Marathi film ‘Coffee Aani Barach kahi’ film, released earlier this year.
Padgaonkar has 40 publications to his credit. Padgaonkar had translated the works of Mirabai and published a book ‘Mira’ in 1965. He has also translated works of Kabir and Surdas in Marathi along with Shakesphere’s plays The Tempest, Julius Caesar and Romeo and Juliet. These translations have been included in the Shakespeare Memorial at British town of Stratford, upon Avon. The only other Indian author whose poems are included in the memorial is Rabindranath Tagore. His latest translations of Bible: The New Testament was published in 2008.
Recently Padgaonkar also published his experiences of poetry writing in the book “Shodh Kavitecha”. He was recipient of Padmabhooshan award,Sahitya Academy award and the Maharashtra Bhooshan award. His funeral will take place at 3pm at Sion crematorium. MarathiMovieworld prays for his soul to rest in peace.
Amruta Khanvilkar
प्रेम म्हणजे प्रेम म्हणजे प्रेम असतं….. ❤ #MangeshPadgaokar #RIP
— Amruta Khanvilkar (@miamruta) December 30, 2015
Subodh Bhave
Aaj Marathi sahityatla ek Moti Nikhalala…Mangesh Padgaonkar sir. Tumchya Kavita tumhala Amchya manat Kayam jivant thevtil
Dr. Mohan Agashe felicitated at Third Eye Asian Film Fest
We are all aware that the 14th Third eye Asian Film Festival is in progress. On Tuesday evening the Asian Film Foundation & P.L. Deshpande Maharashtra Kala Academy jointly felicitated veteran actor Dr.Mohan Agashe , for his performance in the film ‘Astu’. It may be recalled that Dr. Agashe had recently won the Filmfare award, for his performance in the same film. Even otherwise, ‘Astu’ had won many popular awards in the recent past.
Speaking on the occasion Dr. Agashe said that those who studied the language of cinema in depth, are able to understand language of this media very well. On this occasion Mr. Dilip Bapat from Baburao Painter Film Society, Kolhapur was also conferred upon an award in memory of late Satyajit Ray. Mr. Bapat was overwhelmed with this gesture from the hosts. He announced that he was dedicating his award to his wife and close associates.
‘Chahato Mi Tula’ – Another love story offering New pair
We have seen stories of young lovers in films like ‘Time Pass’ and ‘Urfi’. Now, another love story of young lovers is being offered by Kavisha Productions through their new film ‘Chahato Mee Tula’, which is all set to release on 15th January 2016. Through this film, a fresh pair is being introduced, who are shown tasting their love at first sight.Newcomers Meghan Jadhav and Mitila Mirajkar play the young pair in this film. And, it remains to be seen, how their chemistry works, when the film is released.
This film is presented by Bharat Shah, while it is produced , written and directed by Vishal Puwar. The other technical areas have been managed by cinematographer C.Jagan, choreographer Raju- Shabana & music director Milind More. The other lead characters in the film are portrayed by Prasad Oak, Shruti Marathe, Sulekha Talwalkar, Vidyadhar Joshi, Bharat Ganeshpure & Ananda karekar.
Anand Abhyankar remembered on his third death anniversary
Well Known Marathi stage ,TV and Film actor Anand Abhyankar is no more. 3 years ago he died in a road accident, on Mumbai Pune Expressway on 23rd December 2012, while returning from shooting in Pune. Now, his family members remember him, every year, by hosting an event titled ‘AnandRang’ in his memory, to felicitate a technician or a worker from our Marathi film industry.
This year being the third anniversary, the beneficiary of the award was Mohammed Chacha, who has served this industry for more than forty years, doing multiple services, such as Spot Boy, Tea boy and other miscellaneous duties. He also suggested home remedies for different ailments. Mohammed Chacha has been associated with film maker Sanjay Jadhav’s unit for the past several years. On Sunday 26th December 2015, the award was presented to him at the hands of actress Sukanya Kulkarni-Mone, in presence of Anand’s mother Ashadevi,wife Anjali and daughter Sanika. Few celebrities like Sharad Ponkshe, Ashwini Ekbote and others were also present at the event.
Anand always encouraged the people behind the screen, behind the stage and on the sets, who put in hard work in making the play, serial and film a success. Mohammed Chacha is also one of them. While speaking on the occasion, he recalled his experience with Mr. Abhyankar and praised him for his terrific sense of humour.
During his acting career, Mr. Abhyankar had performed variety of roles on stage, television and films. His performance in comedy show ‘Fu Bai Fu’ and his portrayal of head of the family Dinanath Shastri in TVserial ‘Asambhav’ are still fresh in the memory of home viewers.
‘Athang’ is a dream project of Milind Gawali
Every actor has an ambition to produce and direct his own film one day. Popular Marathi actor Milind Gawali , known for his rural based films, has performed in about 100 films. Now, he is all excited to release his own film ‘Athang’. Milind will play three different roles through his dream project. He has not only performed in this film; but has produced and directed it.
Through ‘Athang’, Milind has presented the story of a talented orphan girl Shilpa and her struggle in life. One fine day, she gets a Rose in gift and her life changes. Actually, this is a complicated tale; but Milind claims that he has tried to give justice to this story. The main artistes in the film are, Tanvi Hegde, Smita Shewale, Milind Gavali, Amit Dolawat, Pooja Nayak, Bhooshan Ghadi, Mouisami hadkar, Shital Gaikwad & child artiste Karishma Patade.
Music by Pandit Sharang Dev and Cinematography by Aniket K. Are other credits of the film.