जगण्याची नवी उर्मी देणारा ‘उंच माझा झोका’ पुरस्कार
विविध क्षेत्रात पुरुषांच्या खांद्याला खांदा लावूनच नव्हे तर त्याही पेक्षा एक पाऊल पुढे जात स्वतःची वेगळी ओळख निर्माण करणा-या आणि प्रसिद्धीचा सोस न बाळगता अव्याहतपणे आपले कार्य करणा-या कितीतरी महिला आपल्या आजुबाजूला आहेत. अशा कर्तृत्ववान स्त्रियांच्या कार्याची नुसती दखल न घेता त्यांच्या कार्याचा य़थोचित सन्मान ‘उंच माझा झोका पुरस्कार’ द्वारे करण्यात येतो. यंदाच्या वर्षी देशात आणि जगात आपल्या कार्याचा ठसा उमटवणा-या दहा कर्तृत्वशालिनींचा गौरव नुकताच ठाण्यातील डॉ. काशिनाथ घाणेकर सभागृहात बुधवारी एका शानदार सोहळा करण्यात आला.
ह्या वर्षी ज्येष्ठ समाजसेवी मीराताई लाड ह्यांचा ‘उंच माझा झोका जीवनगौरव’ पुरस्काराने सन्मानित करण्यात आले. बरोबर रझिया सुलताना यांना सामाजिक कार्यासाठी, डॉ. प्रियदर्शनी कर्वे यांना पर्यावरण जागृतीसाठी, आंतरराष्ट्रीय मैदान गाजवणा-या धावपटू कविता राऊत, ज्येष्ठ लेखिका कविता महाजन यांना साहित्य विभागासाठी हा पुरस्कार देण्यात आला.
डॉ. सीमाताई साखरे, स्वीटी पाटेला, वैशाली बारये, वैशाली मोरे, पूजा घनसरवाड ह्यांचा विशेष सन्मान करण्यात आला. कार्यक्रमास ज्येष्ठ रंगकर्मी अरूण काकडे, धनराज पिल्ले व अनेक कलाकार मान्यवरांची उपस्थिती होती. अभिनेते अतुल कुलकर्णी आणि अभिनेत्री सोनाली कुलकर्णी यांनी पुरस्कारांचे निवेदन केले.
येत्या १३ सप्टेंबरला सायंकाळी ७.०० वा. झी मराठीवर हा पुरस्कार सोहळा प्रसारित होईल.
Teacher’s day reminds us of few memorable Marathi film characters
Come Teacher’s day and it takes us down memory lane to recollect, who were those great actors who played the roles of ideal teachers in Marathi films. The first character comes to our mind is that of a school master played by Dr. Shreeram Lagoo and his tragic tale in V.Shantaram‘s hit film ‘Pinjara‘.
Later, there were many films and many Marathi actors have played ideal teachers in subsequent Marathi films. And, how can we forget the name of Atul Kulkarni, whose performance as a teacher in the film ‘Dahavi Fa‘ brought many popular awards to this sensible film. Sandeep Kulkarni, also portrayed a committed school teacher in the film ‘Night school‘ few years ago. Very recently, we saw Nagesh Bhosale, who otherwise plays negative role, playing the role of an ideal teacher and his fight against injustice ,with the support of some of his ex students.
Our films are best medium to pass a social message through feature films. And, the strong characters of teachers in these films, play a very important role. Marathi Movie World salutes all those actors, who played this role, to help bring that desired change in the society and also inspire the audience.
Impressive First look of ‘Vakratunda Mahakaaya’
Releasing the films timely, many a times helps in the promotion of films. In the past, we have seen many Marathi films, releasing during festive season, if the film is set on the backdrop of that particular festival. Now, as the Ganapati festival is around the corner, we find one such Marathi film, with suitable title, ‘Vakratunda Mahakaaya’ releasing on 25th September 2015.
The first look of this film was released along with the press show of ‘Tu Hi Re’ on Thursday afternoon. And, it certainly sounds interesting, with action filled with emotions. As per the press note, The film’s plot revolves around an attempt of terrorist attack in Mumbai city. The bomb has been planted in a Ganesha soft toy. The whole plan turns upside down when a Muslim kid Altaf accidentally picks it up and runs away with it. So, it’s a story of a small boy and his new best friend Ganesha. The films to highlight today’s human reality and fast moving true lifestyle of a metropolis.
The film stars National Award winner writer Vijay Maurya along with Usha Nadkarni, Naman Jain, Prarthana Behere, Jayant Sawarkar, Shashank Shende & Rishi Deshpande . Directed by Punarvasu Naik the film’s story is by Yogesh Vinayak Joshi. Cinematography by Mitesh Mirchandani & Music by Sanket Naik- Sankarshan Kini are other credits. The big team of producers comprise of E-Sense Motion Pictures, Anurag Kashyap, Bohra Bros, Alumbra Entertainment Media, Sikhya Entertainment and Sabacom. By the way, with this bilingual (Hindi and Marathi) movie, eminent filmmaker Aurang Kashyap has made his debut as a producer in Marathi film industry.
Marathi film audience has become more wiser
Last year Marathi films not only did good business; but, they were well appreciated by critics and audience. Best examples are films like ‘Time Pass’, ‘Lai Bhari’, ‘Dr.Prakash Baba Amte’, ‘Happy Journey’, ‘Elizabeth Ekadashi’, ‘Yellow’, ‘Poshter Boyz’, ‘Viti Dandu’, ‘Rege’ & Rama Madhav’. But, compared to last year, now during the first eight months of this year, we haven’t noticed much of appreciation from the audience for Marathi films, except for few films like ‘Mitwa’, ‘Classmates’, ‘Deool Band’, ‘Coffee Aani Barach Kaahi’, ‘Lokmanya’ & ‘Double Seat’.
There were films like national award winning film ‘Court’, ‘Killa’, ‘Time Pass2′ which claimed to have done good business with simultaneous rele
ase at maximum cinema halls; but the audience didn’t like them. This was clearly noticed through the reactions posted by film lovers on social networking sites and their overall reaction at public places, while taking about these films. There were some films like ‘Kakan’, ‘Welcome Zindagi’, ‘Nilkanth Master’, ‘Bioscope’ ,’Dhinchak Enterprise’ and recently released ‘Highway’, which had good concept, but, the audience did not respond much, as expected. Other films like ‘Slambook’ & ‘Shortcut’, ‘Baji’, ‘Murder Mestri’, ‘Sata Lota Pan Sagala Khota’, ‘Janiva’, ‘Online Binline’, ‘Tujhya Vina Mar Javaan’ failed to appeal the audience. Many of these films, had created a lot of hype, through their promotion; but that did not benefit the film in any way.
Today, Marathi film audience is becoming smarter day by day. Now, they look for both quality and entertainment in a film, besides good story. Will the forthcoming Marathi big banner films, be able to fulfill their requirement? The result of films like ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai-2′, ‘Tu Hi Re’ & ‘Katyar Kaljaat Ghusali’ will tell the truth.
‘Katyar Kaljat Ghusali’ Yesteryear’s famous drama in cinematic form
Recently, the first look of Katyar Kaljat Ghusali” was held in a grand way, On entering the venue, huge posters of Shankar Mahadevan greeted everyone. The event was to introduce Shankar Mahadevan, The Actor, to the media who is debuting in a major role in a new Marathi movie ‘Katyar Kaljat Ghusali’. Purvi Bhave who was compering the show, which started a tad late, welcomed everyone. Subodh Bhave narrated the way this film took shape.‘Once when sitting in a vanity van, Sunil Phadtare stopped by to say hi and inquired what next. I said I am toying with an idea of making Katyar Kaljat Ghusali into a film. He instantly and voluntarily agreed to produce it” he said.
Incidentally Subodh Bhave is debuting as director with this film.
The ‘star’ of the evening Shankar Mahadevan, when asked to share his experience, said “When Subodh asked me give a look test for Panditji’s role in KKG I thought he is playing a prank on me. But he insisted and when done even I liked the gate up and my look. He took great pains on my dialogues, diction etc and never put pressure on me during shots. His briefs just before the shot were amazingly precise which helped while ‘acting’. ‘It was an life-time and life-changing experience” he added.
‘Katyar Kaljat Ghusali’ is produced by Essel Vision and Shri Ganesh Marketing and Films by Nitin Keni, Nikhil Sane, Sunil Phadtare and being directed by Subodh Bhave. Story is by Purushottam Darvhekar and screenplay, dialogues are by Prakash Kapadia who is a sought after name in Bollywood and music is by Pandit Jitendra Abhisheki (originals)
‘Katyar Kaljat Ghusali’ is releasing on 13th November 2015 during Diwali.
Atul Kulkarni & Sachin Khedekar together in ‘Rajwade and sons’
Y.M.Deosthalee produced and Sachin Kundalkar directed forthcoming film ‘Rajwade and Sons’ is a multi starrer film. For the audience this will be real treat as two big name will be sharing screen first time ie. Atul Kulkarni and Sachin Khedekar. we have seen atul in sachin’s last feel ‘happy journey’ playing with a different character, sachin’s recent release ‘Nagarik’ was also critically acclaimed, Now the expectation from this film is definity high. Recently, the first digital poster of this film was launched on social medial sites .
‘Rajwade and Sons ‘ produced under banner Kaffe Kamera , the film’s story revolves around four young cousins Anay , Shweta , Annaya and Virajas staying together ,under one roof. Belonging to the youngest generation of a rich and powerful Rajwade family from Pune , each one of them have their own dreams. But their , who is the head of the family, has some other plans for them . So, in the film, we will witness each one of them arguing over the foundation of the joint family, as they want to fulfil their dreams.
Along with Atul Kulkarni and Sachin Khedekar films other starcast including Mrunal Kulkarni, Satish Alekar, Jyoti Subhash along with Siddharth Menon, Alok Rajwade, Mrunmayee Godbole, Pournima manohar, Krutika Deo, amitriyaan Patil, Suhasini Dhadphale & Rahul Mehendale.
Is Makarand Anaspure playing ‘Daddy’ in ‘Dagadi Chawl’
Every Marathi filmmaker is using new methods to promote his film. Some believe in disclosing well in advance the artistes of their films and then keep promoting their film, using them as brand ambassadors on social networking sites. Some film makers opt for new artistes, so that they can quickly finish their project and the film comes as a surprise for audience.
But, in the case of forthcoming film ‘Dagadi Chawl’ the makers have kept a secret about the main character of the film, even after the shooting of the film is over. Now, just about a moth left for the film’s release, Mangal Murti films and Sai Puja Films, who are releasing this film, with the direction by Chandrakant Kanse, have unveiled the teaser of this film, just giving the glimpse of the main character of ‘Daddy’ in sitting position, with his face partly seen, sporting a cap and moustache. And, it clearly gives an impression that he could be none other than Makarand Anaspure .
Incidentally, Ankush Choudhary and Pooja Sawant are also part of this film. But, don’t really know, what characters they are playing.
‘Dagadi Chawl’ which was known for gangster activities during 80s and 90s, was also official residence of a gangster turned Political leader , popularly known as ‘daddy’. But, the film is not about the gangster activities. It is about how, a common man was dragged into gangster activity. The makers of this film will be presenting a love story of the lead character. The film will be released on 2nd October 2015.
‘Kiran Kulkarni v/s Kiran Kulkarni’ launched with a song recording
Known for offering variety through social and comedy subjects, film maker kanchan Adhikari recently launched her new film ‘Kiran Kulkarni v/s Kiran Kulkarni’, which will be a love story. The muhurat of this film took place with a song recording in the voice of Jasraj Joshi at Aajivasan Studios, Mumbai. The song is written by Vaishali Samant & Kanchan Adhikari herself, with music provided by Vaishali Samant. Kamlesh Bhadkamkar and Jasraj Joshi are music arrangers of this film.
The film’s story is about human relationship and will unfold different forms of love. It will also speak about understanding each other’s point of view. Made under the banner of Om Productions, the film is directed by Kanchan Adhikari and stars Mohan Joshi, Subodh Bhave, Kranti Redkar, Avishkar Darvhekar, Priya Marathe, Namrata Awate and others.
‘Jamala Buwa Ekdach’ play to be launched on 31st August
Sid Entertainment and Anand Mhasvekar who offered hit plays like ‘U Turn’, ‘Mothers day’, & ‘Sunechya Rashila Saasu’ are presenting their 4th play ‘Jamala Buwa Ekdach’ .The inaugural show of this play will be staged on 31st August 2015.
The play voices against superstition and revolves around well educated Vakharkar family, where the four children belonging to this family are Writer, director, a Photographer and a leader respectively. The play goes on to show, how they fall prey to the predictions of an astrologer and later realise their mistake. They recover to believe in their own self, rather than being superstitious.
This play produced by Satish Lalbige and directed by Hemangi Kale is inspired by the fight against superstition started by late Dr. Narendra Dabholkar and his principles. In short, it will be tribute to him, as it passes a timely social message to fight superstition
Shreyas opts for new artistes for his maiden TV production
At a time, when we are watching competition among different Marathi channels to engage big stars in their serials, Shreyas Talpade has preferred new stars for his maiden Marathi TV serial ‘Tumcha Aamcha Same Asata’.The serial will be telecast from 31st August on Star Pravah channels from Monday to Saturday at 8.30pm.
Directed by ‘Classmates’ fame director Aditya Sarpotdar, this serial will present Amruta Deshmukh as Gauri and Shravan Shinde as Ishan, the two lead artistes of this serial. The other popular artistes in this serial are Anand Ingale, Kavita Lad & Pushkar Shrotri.
‘Tumcha Aamcha Same Asata’ will be a contemporary love story of Gauri & Ishan. While Gauri belongs to a well to do family, Ishaan is shown as a struggling actor. In short, it is the story of two youngsters, who are extremely ambitious about their career & they cross each other’s paths.