Smita Tambe turns glam girl
We have seen Smita Tambe performing non glamorous roles in Marathi films, for which she has also won popular awards. But now, Smita will be seen in forthcoming Marathi film, as a Lavani performer. Recently, Smita performed on a Lavani, a glamorous role, where she has also displayed her dancing skills. It may be recalled that two years ago, during Zee Talkies MFK awards, Smita Tambe had performed on Vidya Balan’s famous song from her film ‘Dirty Pictures’ and that too in presence of Vidya, who was the special guest of honour, for that programme. And, Vidya had praised Smita, stating that she had performed on that song, better than her. And, this compliment was enough for Smita, almost like winning an award.
Now, that she has performed on this hot lavani, there are big expectations from her. ‘Jeet’ is produced by Pritpal Singh Shergill and directed by Sagar Chavan. The lavani is rendered by Vaishali Samant on the music of Amitraj. The film stars Bhushan Pradhan and Trishala Shah in the lead, along with Sayaji Shinde, Sachin Danai, Sharad Ponkshe, Manoj Joshi, Vilas Ujawane and others.
‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai-2′ announce the wedding day as November 12
Five years after the release of ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai’, its sequel ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai-2 Lagnala Yaychach’ is getting ready for release. The makers Mirah Entertainment of Amit Bhanushali and Everest Entertainment of Sanjay Chhabria have announced the release date of this film as 12th November 2015. Today morning, they unveiled the first look of this sequel, in presence of lead stars of the film Swapnil Joshi , Mukta Barve and director Satish Rajwade. It was more like an interaction with the press, with director disclosing his intention of making this sequel at the most appropriate time, after waiting for 5 long years.
Teaser of the much awaited Marathi film ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai -2′ was unveiled in Mumbai, which is all set for release all across Maharashtra during Diwali on 12th November 2015.The film is produced jointly for the first time by Mirah Entertainment and Everest Entertainment and is directed by Satish Rajwade and has noted actors Swapnil Joshi & Mukta Barve.
Speaking on the occasion, Actress Mukta Barve Said, “Every one of us has been in love with somebody at some point of time…The love turns out to be more beautiful than our expectations at the beginning. One does not plan about falling in love, it just happens, compelling us to be soaked in it.” Swapnil was all praise for director Satish Rajwade and said that it was his creation and offered him all the credit, for the success of Part 1.
Sanjay Chhabria of Everest Entertainment said, “Ever since the my first film, Everest Entertainment and Mirah Entertainment have been associated for various other Marathi film projects. However, to strengthen this relationship, we have together jointly produced for the first time Mumbai Pune Mumbai – 2, which gave me an opportunity also for the first time, to work with actors Swapnil Joshi, Mukta Barve and renowned Director Satish Rajwade.”
Now, ‘Lalbaugchi Rani’ will invite attention
All roads lead to Lalbaug during the 10 day Ganapati festival , to take the darshan of ‘Lalbaugcha Raja’. This deity has gained so much importance that many dignitaries including celebrities from film industry make it a point to visit this place, during Ganapati. Perhaps, inspired by the importance of this place, Cinematographer turned director Laxman Utekar had planned his next film suitably titled ‘Lalbaugchi Rani’, after making a successful film ‘Tapaal’ last year.
Shooting of this film is now over, Mr. Utekar is planning to release this film by end of this year. He will be paying more attention on post production work, as the film is produced by Boney Kapoor and Sunil Manchanda. For this film, he has already engaged few Bollywood technicians like sound designer Nihar Ranjan and cinematographer Lawrence D’cunha. The film presents the story of a young girl, who goes missing from Gateway of India. Then begins her search by family and friends and besides this emotion filled story, the director also goes on to tell the story of this dream city.
‘Lalbaug chi Rani’ stars Veena Jamkar in the lead role, along with Ashok Shinde, Pratima Joshi, Prathamesh Parab & Parth Bhalerao.
Health Check up camp to benefit Drama Theatre workers
There are many hands working behind the state, which are associated with staging of a play in drama theatre. Many a times, they are required to travel along with drama troupe, at different places. They too need medical assistance. In Maharashtra they have an association called ‘Rangamanch Kamgar Sangh ( Theatre Workers Association), looking after the welfare of these people.
Recently, this Association in arrangement with Seven Hills Hospital had organised a Health Check Up camp for the workers, at Yashwant Natya Mandir. The Health Check up camp, also had the provision of Blood Sugar test, Eye Check up & Distribution of specs to the workers, was inaugurated by well known Marathi actress Nirmiti Sawant . This health scheme also covers Rs. 2 lakhs for operations purpose, under the Rajiv Gandhi Scheme. This camp received a very good response and hence the association has planned to organise one more camp on 25th August 2015.
‘Mee Aani Shahir Sable’ – Kedar’s tribute to Shahir
Known for his super hit Folk songs during the period 60s to 90s, Maharashtra Shahir Krishnarao Sable alias Shahir Sable had created a special place in the hearts of folk music lovers all over the world. His musical plays like ‘Yamarajyat Ek ratra’, ‘Nashib Futala Sandhun Ghya’, ‘Bapacha Baap’ created records with maximum shows. In short, he was a legend in folk music.
In order to pay a tribute to this legend, his grandson and well known Marathi film maker Kedar Shinde is organizing a special programme of about two hours, which will be staged on the auspicious occasion of Guru Pournima on 31st July 2015. This inaugural show will be staged at Gadkari Rangayatan, thane at 4.30 pm, in presence of dignitaries from Marathi entertainment industry and special invitees. This will be followed by two more shows at 8.30 pm on 1st and 2nd August, at Atre Rangmandir, kalian & Shivaji Mandir, Dadar respectively.
The concept of this programme has been designed by Shahir Sable’s daughter Vasundhara Sable and produced by Bela Shinde & Narendra Firodia. Kedar Shinde, Santosh Pawar & Bharat Jadhav will present some of the scenes from Shahir Sable’s plays, while popular singers like Prasanjit Kosambi, Rohit Raut & Sayali Pankaj will be offering playback .
‘Highway’ Journey postponed due to technical reasons
The most awaited Marathi film ‘Highway- Ek Selfie Aarpar’ has postponed its journey. According to producer Vinay Ganu, writer Girish Kulkarni & director Umesh Kulkarni the release of this film has been postponed for technical reason and the fresh date most probably next month, will be announced by them soon. But, according to reliable sources, the makers felt that the time was just not right for their film’s release.
Bollywood movie ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ released last Friday has done very good business during the first three days . And having occupied maximum screens across Maharashtra, it is expected to continue at the same screens. Moreover Marathi film ‘Bioscope’ has also done a better business during first three days. If that’s not enough, three Marathi films are also releasing on 24th, followed by three more on 31st July. Thereafter two more films ‘Nilkanth Master’ and ‘Double Seat’, have already announced their release dates. So, we are not at all surprised with this decision taken by makers of ‘Highway’. In fact, it is a wise decision.
‘Gurukul’ promises quality music
New Marathi film ‘Gurukul’, presented by Anil Kabra and directed by Rommel Rodrigues, is getting ready for release on 7th August 2015. Recently, the music of this film was released at the hands of well known RPI leader Ramdas Athavale in presence of dignitaries like Singer Udit Narayan, Raja Hasan, Actor Ravi Kishan, Sanjay Leela Bhansali production’s CEO, Sandeep Singh. On this occasion the director, presenter, lead actors of this film Nagesh Bhosale, Vidyadhar Joshi, actor Swapnil Joshi(Jr.), Pradip Kunwar, Prashant Mohite, Sonali Shewale, Rinna Liman, ‘U’ vaa Fame actress Neha Khan were also present.
To make this event entertaining, Preeti Sadaphule did an item number, on the lavani sung by veteran singer Asha Bhosle, for this film. Speaking on the occasion, RPI leader Ramdas Athawale stated, that if ‘Gurukul’ film does not find theatres, his party can help them. According to the makers, this film will help to build bonding between teacher and students .
The other songs from this film are sung by legendary singer Suresh wadkar, Sachin Pilgaonkar & Neha Rajpal. The Music of this film has been composed by SanjayRaj Gaurinandan and lyrics are by Prashant Ingole, Rajesh Bamugade & Madhukar Arkade.
Goa Film Festival concludes with premiere of ‘Nilkanth Master’
The three day Goa Marathi film Festival which is in its 8th edition, began on 17th July, with the screening of the film ‘Dr. Prakash Baba Amte’. On the first day evening there was special screening of forthcoming film ‘Highway – Ek Selfie Aarpar’. On the second day, there were premieres of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Panhala’ and also Hollywood’s first Marathi film ‘Paratu’ directed by award winning director Nitin Adsul. The festival concluded today, with the premiere of another forthcoming Marathi film ‘Nilkanth Master’ directed by Gajendra Ahire.
This year, 18 Marathi films including films like ‘Khwada’ ,’Sandook’, ‘Siddhant’, ‘Welcome Zindagi’ were showcased at three different venues Kala Academy, Inox Multiplex & Maquinez Palace. The festival received very good response from the audience. Veteran actors, Ramesh Deo and Seema Deo were conferred with the special ‘Kritagyata Puraskar’ for their exemplary contribution to the World of Cinema.
Dilip Prabhavalkar speaks his mind about his past characters
Renowned Marathi actor Dilip Prabhavalkar was recently invited at a function organised by Kitab Khana, a South Mumbai based biggest book store. Addressing a small gathering of special invitees, the versatile actor clad in a simple trouser and shirt, was frank enough while speaking his mind about some of his past characters portrayed by him in Marathi dramas, serials and Films.
“Even after so many decades I, sometimes, am still referred to as ‘Chimanrao’ and this is irritating at times. But, one of my favourite characters is a witch (Chetkin), I played in a children’s play ‘Albatya Galbatya.” confessed Dilip Prabhavalkar. He stressed the importance of voice modulation and make-up, get-up etc . which in his opinion, helped him to bring a lot of characters alive. “I am not a trained actor from NSD or elsewhere and frankly, I never intended to be an actor.” he said.
“Again, a character which is close to my heart is from ‘Chaukat Raja’. Actually, I was to play Smita’s (Talwalkar) husband and Paresh Rawal was to portray that mentally retarded character. Just two days before the start of the shoot, Smita called me and informed that Pareshji is out of the project. And she forced me to play this retarded person’s role. I was scared of the fate of the role and film, as I did not have enough time to prepare for this role. After talking to my doctor friends, referring medical journals, little help from my director, Sanjay Surkar, I finally sailed through. And it was a proud feeling, when I was judged the Best Actor for this role at Maharashtra State Awards.” he concluded.
रोमॅंटिक आणि थ्रिलरचे कॉम्बिनेशन असलेला ‘शॉर्टकट’
विज्ञानाची होणारी जलद गतीची प्रगती आपल्याला उपयुक्त जरी ठरत असली तरी दुसऱ्या बाजूला ह्या प्रगतीचा गैरवापरदेखील जगात मोठ्या प्रमाणात होत आहे. झटपट श्रीमंत होण्याच्या हव्यासापोटी हल्लीची युवापिढी पैसा, प्रसिद्ध मिळवण्यासाठी ‘शॉर्टकट’ चा मार्ग अवलंबायला जराही मागे पुढे पाहात नाही, पण हाच ‘शॉर्टकट‘ कधीतरी वेगळं वळण घेउन आपल्याला घातक ठरू शकतो याचा जराही विचार या तरुण मंडळीना नसतो.
दिवसेंदिवस सायबर क्राइमसारख्या गुन्ह्यांमध्ये मोठ्या प्रमाणात कमालीची वाढ होत आहे.
‘सायबर क्राइम’ सारखा अत्यंत ज्वलंत विषय ‘शॉर्टकट’ दिसतो पण नसतो, या आगामी सिनेमातून मांडण्यात आला आहे. एम के मोशन पिक्चर्स चे मुकेश चौधरी आणि चित्रकार फिल्म्सचे बी. आर. देढीया यांची निर्मिती असलेल्या ‘शॉर्टकट’ सिनेमाचे दिग्दर्शन हरीश राऊत यांनी केले असून त्यांचा हा पहिलाच मराठी सिनेमा आहे.
राजेश शृंगारपुरे, वैभव तत्ववादी आणि अभिनेत्री संस्कृती बालगुडे ह्यांच्या मुख्य भूमिका आहेत. सिनेमाची कथा हरीश राऊत यांची असून पटकथा हरीश राऊत, विनय नारायणे आणि राजेश बाळापुरे यांची आहे, तर संवाद विनय नारायणे यांचे आहेत.शकील खान यांनी सिनेमॅटोग्राफर म्हणून काम पाहिले असून या सिनेमात रॉक संगीतासोबतच रोमॅंटिक संगीताची मेजवानी आपल्याला मिळणार आहे.
रोमॅंटिक आणि थ्रिलरचे कॉम्बिनेशन असलेला ‘शॉर्टकट‘ हा सिनेमा ७ ऑगस्टपासून संपूर्ण महाराष्ट्रात प्रदर्शित होत आहे.