Theatre workshop for Children in Navi Mumbai
Theatre of Relevance – Children’s Theatre will be conducting a workshop ‘Chala Kheluya Natak’ for the children , in the age group of 6 and 15 years, in Navi Mumbai, from 28th to 31st December 2015. Last month, they had conducted, one such workshop successfully at Dombivali. The training in this workshop will enable the children to develop their natural skills in acting. This will comprise of Removing stage fear, introduction to acting, actual performance in a play, Voice modulation, personality development, dance, writing and direction.
This workshop will be conducted by International Theatre artist Ashwini Nandedkar, her associate Sayali Pawaskar and ‘Honar Suun Mi Hya Gharchi’ TV serial fame Komal Khamkar. The venue of the workshop will be Jeshta Nagarik Hall( Senior Citizens hall) Sea Woods, Sector 48,Gaimukh Chouk Police Station,Sea Woods,Navi Mumbai.The timings for these days will be 10 am to 1 pm.
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Gauri Nigudkar is back to Marathi with something special
Eleven years ago, as a teenager, she performed in national award winning Marathi film ‘Uttarayan’. Surprisingly, she played the young Neena Kulkarni’s role in this film; while Sharad Kelkar, who played young Shivaji Satam in this film, was her hero in few scenes in the flashback of this film. Gauri later completed her masters’ degree in science and got busy with offers from Hindi television. Two years ago, she did a film ‘Sanshaykallol’ opposite today’s leading Marathi hero Ankush Choudhari and had made her intentions clear that she would do Marathi films, provided there was a good role.
In between Gauri got married; but had not said ‘no’ to acting. Last year, when director Shankh Rajadhyaksha had an offer to direct a suspense filled thriller, inspired by a true story, he only thought of Gauri, to play the lead role of Kavya Dixit . And, Gauri immediately said ‘yes’ to this offer, after hearing the story of this film. The film suitably titled ‘702 Dixits’ is now ready for release and Gauri is eagerly waiting for the film’s release, scheduled for 15th January 2016.
The return of Gauri to Marathi cinema, is at the most appropriate time, when Marathi cinema is going for a big change, with ‘out of the box’ scripts, attempted by new film makers. The maker of ‘702 Dixits’, Shankh Rajadhyaksha is from editing field and this being his debut film, as a director, he seems to have worked very hard, in presenting this interesting story, so as to keep the audience engaged to their seats for 2 hours. Even Gauri feels that the director has done an excellent job. If this film does good business, it will certainly benefit Gauri to find still better roles in Marathi. She already has a big fan following, as a TV actress on Hindi television.
‘702 Dixits’ to unveil mystery on 15th January 2016
Sometimes a sensational news happens next door. But, people don’t take such news seriously, unless such news affects their own family. ‘9 Star Entertainment’ through their forthcoming Marathi film ‘702 Dixits’ , have picked one such news story and developed it in a different way, to give a cinematic form, to make it a mystery filled thriller. Not many films are made on such subjects in Marathi and therefore, ‘702 Dixits’ has certainly raised the hopes of the regular Marathi viewers, towards this film. And, the manner in which the film has been presented, was evident from the impressive first look of the film, unveiled on Tuesday evening along with music release of this film.
Films of such type do not have many songs and hence going with the tradition of suspense films, producers Rohit Jail, Prashant Umbrani and director Shankh Rajadhyaksha have kept only three songs in this film, on the music of Shubhankar. But, background music plays important part in this film. According to director Shankh Rajadhyaksha, ( well known editor, having edited Mrunal Kulkarni’s film ‘Prem Mhanje Prem Asata’) he has given more importance to selection of artistes suited to the characters, as he wanted to present a realistic film. So, the film which is a thriller, filled with suspense, will unveil the mystery on 15th January 2016.
The film stars Gauri Nigudkar the Hindi TV actress, along with Pallavi Patil( ‘Classmates’ fame), Vijay Aandalkar( ‘Dhol Tashe’ fame), Shrirang Deshmukh, Ruchi Jail, Jaywant Wadkar & Vikram Gokhale. On this occasion, singer Nimisha Deb rendered few lines of the song from this film.
Style icon Ankush Choudhary’s first look of ‘Guru’ unveiled
After the success of ‘Dagadi Chawl‘, Ankush Choudhary has become the new style icon of Marathi film industry. Now, he looks more confident of shouldering the responsibility of a film, as a solo hero. And, to begin the new year, he has a suitable role to play in his forthcoming Marathi film ‘Guru’, directed by Sanjay Jadhav and produced by Eros International, Dreaming Twenty Four Seven and Bagpiper Soda.
No wonder, we have seen the commercial ads of Bagpiper Soda, presenting Ankush Choudhary along with his leading lady Urmila Kanitkar Kothare and actor Sayaji Shinde. The makers of this film, unveiled the special poster designed by Publicity designer Sachin Gurav and also the first look of ‘Guru’ presenting a song picturised on Ankush, displaying different styles of sunglasses, while singing, dancing and fighting, on the music of Amitraj. Singer Adarsh Shinde has rendered the voice for him, with lyrics by Sachin Pathak.
Director Sanjay Jadhav was the happiest man today, to notice a good attendance of media persons, for this event. This also gives him an indication of Ankush Choudhary’s popularity. The film is all set to release on 22nd January 2016.
Shruti Marathe to begin her new year with a bang
Though she has been able to gain popularity as an actress on small screen, Shruti Marathe is still trying hard to establish herself as a lead actress, in Marathi films. She did receive lead roles in few films including ‘Tujhi Majhi Love Story’; but these films didn’t do well at ticket windows. But, her performance was noticed in films like ‘Rama Madhav’, ‘Taptapadi’ and latest released film ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai-2’.
With few days left for the opening of new year, Shruti Marathe is looking forward to release of her two films ‘Sangharshayatra’ and ‘Bandh Nylonche’, in which she has prominent roles to play. While in ‘Sangharshayatra’, she plays the role of Pankaja Munde , the young dynamic leader and daughter of late BJP leader late Gopinath Munde, in ‘Bandh Nylonche’ she plays opposite Subodh Bhave , which is also equally important role, as she has to react more, instead of delivering her dialogues, which are very limited to her share. But, Shruti is happy with these two roles and is eagerly waiting for the release of these two films.
‘Mohar’ decides to take on ‘Natsamrat’ on 1st January 2016
Only two days ago the makers of Marathi film ‘Mohar’ had announced that their film would be released on Christmas day, i.e. 25th December 2015. But, immediately the following day, they decided against it. In fact, 25th December was a good day for their film’s release, as it was a bank holiday and no other film is releasing that day. Even last Friday, there was no Marathi film released. But, as noticed in the recent past, our Marathi film makers, instead prefer to compete with other Marathi films. Much awaited Marathi film ‘Natasamrat’ has already announced its grand release on 1st January 2016. So, it remains to be seen, what are the chances of this film, to invite crowds at ticket windows. Surprisingly, makers of ‘Mohar’ haven’t done much of promotion, prior to its release. But, may be , they would like to focus on the few days left now, prior to its release.
Anyway, the film highlights a social issue and stars Prasad Oak, Aditi Sarangdhar , Sayaji Shinde, Vijay Arjun, Hemalata Bane, Vijay kadam & Manasi Naik. Choreography by Deepali Vichare, music by Milind More and camera work by Raja Phadtare are other credits . Made under the banner of V.G.Enterprises, by producers Chandrakant Pawar & Gautam Satdive, the film is directed by Vijay Patkar.
‘Bajirao Mastani’ has a touch of Marathi flavor
If you exclude the three main lead artistes of Friday release film ‘Bajirao Mastani’, you will find that the other prominent roles in this film are performed by our own artistes from Marathi film industry. Topping the list is veteran actor and film maker Mahesh Manjrekar, who will be seen in the role of King Shahu Maharaj. Among others, who are also playing prominent roles are Vaibhav Tatvawdi, who will be seen as Chimaji Appa, the brother of Bajirao, while Anuja Sathe-Gokale & Sukhada Khandkekar will be seen as Bajirao’s two sisters Bhiubai & Anubai respectively.
The other Marathi artistes, who are also playing important roles in this film are, Ganesh Yadav, Yatin Karyekar & Tanvi Azmi. And, this is not enough, as the list does not end here. If you look at other areas such as production and technical, behind the screen, there are many Marathi artistes, giving this film a Marathi flavor. Their names are, Ashwini Paranjape , Rohan Madkaikar, Sanket Pawar Sunit Sawant , Chetan Devlekar, Shobha Sant, Asish Tandel, , Yatin Bhave, Sandeep Mane Sanjeev Naik & Prasad Sutar, Jayesh Sakharkhane, Chaitanya Sant, Aishwarya Thakre & Rohan Rege. And, all of them have put in lot of efforts during making of this period film and at the post production stage.Even otherwise, online graphic promotion of this film, has been very special.
Film maker Samruddhi Porey has a moment of pride
After receiving overwhelming response for her Marathi film ‘Dr.Prakash Baba Amte- The real hero’, the biopic on social worker and Magsaysay Award winner from Maharashtra, filmmaker Samruddhi Porey shot the hindi version of this film titled ‘Hemalkasa’, with the same lead pair of Nana Patekar and Sonali Kulkarni. And, the good news is that this film has entered the final round of Oscars competition.
It may be recalled that when ‘Court’ was India’s official entry for the foreign language category, ‘Hemalkasa’ was admitted in the open category, along with three more regional language films, namely ‘Nachomiya Kum Pasar( Konkani), ‘Jalam( Malyalam) & ‘Rangi Tarang( Kannada). And, now the news has reached us that ‘Hemalkasa’ is the only film Indian film which has been admitted in the final round for the 88th Academy awards. This will make the film eligible for the competition to receive nomination in the best film, best actor and best actress category.
But, all this was possible because of the hard work put in by Samruddhi Porey in Los Angeles , for the past 3- 4 months, going through all the stages of formalities to show the film to the members of Jury. Now, all eyes on this film, to see,
whether it receives nominations in the three categories mentioned above, when the final list will be declared on 14th January 2016.
From Marathi to Hindi is a big leap for Reena Valsangkar
A former Air Hostess, Reena Valsangkar, came into acting profession by chance. Being a good dancer, Reena was offered a role of Kamla in the second lead, by Nitin Desai, in his film ‘Ajintha’ later, in the same year 2012 she performed a prominent role of a lady police officer along with Aamir Khan in the film ‘Talash’. She has also performed on Marathi stage, in Avinash Kharshikar’s play ‘Majhi Baiko Majhi Mehuni’.
Today, Reena is a much sought after actress on Hindi television. She is playing the important character of Dr. Aarti Mestri in detective TV serial Agent Raghav, which has Sharad Kelkar in the lead role. Besides this serial, she also performing in Anup Jalota & Sanjana Thakur’s musical drama ‘Krishnapriya’. Now, Reena Valsangkar Agarwal, she is trying to balance very well, between Marathi and Hindi projects, being a professional actress. Good thing about her is that she is eager to work in Marathi, provided there are good offers.
Jitendra Joshi all praise for Kiran Karmarkar
The occasion was unveiling the first look of ‘Shasan’, Gajendra Ahire’s forthcoming film on Maharashtra’s political situation. But, the director was no where to be seen. Producer Shekhar Pathak, who is from the stage background, who was present at the function, was the first to appear on the dais, to speak about the film and the artistes. And, he almost narrated the details of all the characters played by six prominent artistes; namely Bharat Jadhav, Makarand Anaspure, Siddharth Jadhav, Jitendra Joshi, Manva Naik & Aditi Bhagwat, who were present during this event.
Though each one of them, praised the dynamic director and his ability to present films on social subjects; Jitendra Joshi was all praise for actor Kiran karmarkar, who is also part of this film; and could not attend the function due to his shooting commitments. “Kiran has limited role in this film; but in every scene, he has been part of; he has given excellent performance,” he said.
There are many senior artistes, part of this film, in small but important roles. They are Dr.Shreeram Lagoo, Vikram Gokhale, Sudhir Dalvi, Mohan Joshi, Late Vinay Apte, Nagesh Bhosale, Vrunda Gajendra & Amey Dhare. All the artistes in the film will be seen playing different characters in the film, connected with the present political scenario in the state. Music of this film has been composed by Narendra Bhide and the film will be released on 15th January 2016.