Three new Marathi films to compete among themselves
Year 2013 will be soon coming to an end and we find many Marathi films, lined up for release. This week, as many as three Marathi films are being released, creating a competition among themselves for theatre availability. Luckily for them, there are no big banner Hindi films releasing simultaneously; but, recently released ‘Mangalasthaka’ and ‘Pitrurun’ are still receiving good response at some of the theatres in Mumbai and Pune. So, it remains to be seen, how the Marathi audience would respond to these three films, which are offering different subjects.
While ‘Majhya Navryachi Bayko (MNB)’ starring Bharat Jadhav, Deepali Sayed and Smita Gondkar hints at a traditional comedy, the other film ‘Mee aani U’ starring Bhushan Pradhan, Sai Lokur and others, seems to have been inspired by Hollywood film ‘Just like Heaven’. And the third film ‘Angarki’, as the title suggests, is obviously on the backdrop of Lord Ganesha. Makarand Anaspure and Tejaswini Pandit are the lead stars of this film, with Tejaswini making her comeback to Marathi films, after her marriage.
New Marathi film ‘1909’ to revive history
Based on the life of young freedom fighter Anant Kanhere, new Marathi film ‘1909’ is all set to release on 10 January 2014. A grand premiere of this film has been organised on 21st December 2013 at historic Vijayanand Theatre, Nashik. It may be recalled that it was at this historical venue, 17 year old freedom fighter Anant had killed collector Jackson, giving a new twist to the freedom movement of India.
Producer Ajay kambli and his director brother Abhay kambli are offering this sensational creation. Recently, first look of this film was released in presence of former Indian High Commissioner to Canada, Mr. Shivshankar Gawai, whose grandfather-Mr. Nanasaheb Gawai was part of the freedom movement of Veer Savarkar. The film stars Akshay Shimpi, Rohan Pednekar, Shrikant Bhide, Shrinivas Joshi, Shubhankar Ekbote, Chetan Sharma, Amit Vaze and many others, who are making their debut through this film.
Atul and Priya come together in ‘Happy Journey’
After the success of ‘Time Please’, Everest Entertainment have announced their next Marathi film ‘Happy Journey’ starring two extremely talented actors like Atul Kulkarni and Priya Bapat in lead roles. The name of one more actress in this film, is yet to be announced.
The film will be shot at Pune and picturesque locations of Goa and will be targeted at young audience. Mr. Sanjay Chhabriya of Everest Entertainment, is busy finalising the other team members for this film and expects good support from young audience.
Music of Ravi Jadhav’s film ‘Time Pass’ released
After attaining success with films like ‘Natarang’, ‘Balgandharva’ and ‘BP’, director Ravi Jadhav is getting ready to release his next film ‘Time Pass'( TP) during the new year, i.e.on 3rd January 2014. Recently, this film’s music was released in presence of artistes and special invitees.
Presented by Zee talkies, ‘TP’ is a musical love story of Dagadu and Prajakta, played by BP fame Prathamesh Parab and Kaksparsha fame Ketaki Mategaonkar. The other star cast of the film comprises of Vaibhav Mangale, Bhalachandra kadam, Meghana Erande, Uday Sabnis, Supriya Pathare, Bhushan Pradhan & Urmila kanitkar.
The film’s music is by Chinar Mahesh and cinematography is by Vasudev Rane.
Renowned Marathi actor Vinay Apte is no more
Renowned Marathi actor Vinay Apte is no more. His end came today in Mumbai. Mr. Ate was treated recently at Ambani Hospital for breathing problem. For the past 35 years, he has been in the field of entertainment with fine performances on Marathi and Hindi stage, television and films. Recently, he was seen in Prakash Jha’s film ‘Satyagraha’. In Marathi, he played prominent role in award winning Marathi film ‘Jogwa’. He became popular among TV viewers with his hit serial ‘Partner’. He had also formed his own stage group ‘Ganarang’. He also produced and directed many stage plays. Many popular Marathi artistes have received acting training from him.
His Marathi play ‘Kabaddi kabaddi’ had become very popular in the recent past. He was also part of popular Marathi serial Eka Lagnachi Doosari Goshta’ where he played the father of leading lady Mukta Barve. His ongoing Marathi serial was ‘Durva’. He was a favourite of Bollywood director Prakash Jha, who offered him important roles in his films. Besides ‘Satyagraha’, Vinay was also part of his films ‘Aarakshan’ and ‘Rajneeti’.Vinay was also part of Madhur Bhandarkar’s award winning film ‘Chandani bar’. He had also performed in many other Bollywood films. Marathi Movie World prays that his soul to rest in peace.
New Marathi Play ‘To Albela’ offers a bold subject
Written by Swapnil Gangurde & directed by Milind Inamdar, Vijaya Productions new Marathi play ‘To Albela’ offers a bold subject, which revolves around an artist, who is a great admirer of M.F.Hussain. After shifting to a room in a Mumbai chawl, he wants to paint a portrait of a lady in the neighbourhood. But, she is reluctant. The owner of these rooms in chawl, is also trying to make advances towards the same lady. In spite of suffering this harassment, the lady doesn’t complain to the police and the artist does not like this attitude of the lady. But, the lady soon becomes friendly with the artist.
Soon, the artist faces opposition from the society. The play has tried to present this conflict , under the direction of Milind Inamdar. The lead performers in this play are : Dr.Raja Narsapurkar, Anand Prabhu, Yogesh Markade & Shweta Pendse. The play has been inviting attention of audience in Mumbai.
Shreyas Talpade to play Superhero in new Marathi film ‘Baji’
We have witnessed the craze of a Superhero through English Comic books and Hollywood films. Later, we also noticed, how our Bollywood tried to popularise some of their films on Superheroes, through merchandising and promotion on social networking sites. Now, be prepared to witness our own superstar Shreyas Talpade , playing a Marathi Superhero ‘Baji’ in a forthcoming Marathi film, to be jointly produced by Dar Motion Pictures, Indian Magic Eye and Blue Drop Films.
Shreyas will be making a comeback to Marathi films, through this unusual film, which is likely to inspire Marathi film lovers. Marathi Movie World spoke to Surhud Godbole, of Indian Magic Eye, to know more about this project and the young film maker spoke about their ambitious project. “We have made announcement of this film is about a Superhero, who is not the type of characters you have seen in Bollywood and Hollywood. He will not be presented with those six pecks; but will be different and strong enough to inspire our Marathi audience, from all age groups.” said Surhud.
The story of ‘Baji’ is written by Surhud himself along with Nikhil Mahajan( ‘Pune 52′ fame) of Blue Drop Films. Nikhil will also be directing this film. The dialogues is to be written by Shrirang Godbole. According to Surhud, besides the story of this film and presentation, they will also work hard towards marketing of the film, almost on the lines of Bollywood and Hollywood, using merchandise and other marketing strategies, to promote their film next year. So, just wait for the announcement of other stars of this Film.
Mangalashtak Once More’ draws good crowd on opening day
It is always a pleasure to watch a good and that too elite crowd for a Marathi film, on the first day of its release. And, new Marathi film ‘Mangalashtak Once More’ has done it on the opening day. PVR Goregaon witnessed near full house for the 3.35 pm show and this is certainly a good news for Marathi film.
This also indicates the popularity of the lead pair, who are back together, after their successful pairing in ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai’ and later in popular TV serial ‘Eka Lagnachi Doosari Goshta’. But, more important for this film to draw the audience to the theatre, was the subject of marriage and presence of Sai Tamhankar in the film. The film is also expected to draw crowds in other cities of Maharashtra. Let us wait and see, to check how the film does its business. But, certainly it has given a tough fight to other two Bollywood films, released today. Happy days for Marathi films. Isn’t it ?
Marathi Movie World take this opportunity to thank the Marathi audience for turning up in large number to watch a Marathi film, that too on the first day of its release.
Sailee Dream Ventures release first look of Maat
The first look of new Sailee Dream Ventures first Marathi film ‘Maat’ was released in a grand way at MIG Club, Mumbai on Wednesday night, in presence of entire team of the film, media and special invitees. Beginning Behind schedule by an hour, the function began with the introduction of each and every team member behind curtain, which included Music director Dr. Salil Kulkarni, Background Music director Aamir Hadkar, Art director Santosh Phutane, Sound designer Pramod Purandare , story writer Tejaswini Dinesh Pandit, Screenplay- dialogue writer Sambhaji Sawant, PRO Ram Kondilkar and many others. Cinematographer Nirmal Jaani, was absent due to his personal commitment.
Then it was the turn of Producer Couple Mangesh Sawant & Manali Sawant to welcome the director Manohar Sarwankar, followed by lead pair Eesha Koppikar & Samir Dharmadhikari along with child artiste Tehashree Walavalkar, who is playing an important role in this film. Mr. N. Chandra, who was the special guest, wished the team a grand success. But, Mr. Pradeep kabre and writer Anil kalelkar , who were also special guests on the occasion and who had seen the trial show, praised the film for its high production quality. Besides the story, they also appreciated the performances of lead pair Eesha ,Sameer and the child artiste Tejashree. Guest Makarand Deshpande who arrived late, also spoke on the occasion.
‘Maat’ is based on the original novel ‘Setu’ written by Tejaswini Dinesh Pandit about Ajay, who is a renowned world famous architect and a beautiful model, aspiring to become a beauty queen. After falling in love, both get married and soon turn parents of a little princess. Then begins the real conflict, which the film’s story presents in a cinematic form, with the help of good music, excellent production quality and special effects. The first look of this film, presented on the occasion, made it very clear. A huge cake was cut by the team, to celebrate the occasion.
While director Manohar Sarwankar calls this film a complete film in all respect, Ms. Manali Sawant, the producer said that they have not offered entertainment just to make you laugh; but have offered entertainment through a complete thought process. In short, the makers are banking on the story, performances and high production quality maintained by the film. The other artistes of the film comprise of Suhas Palshikar, Meghna Vaidya, Manjusha Godse, Rajendra Shirsatkar, Rajan Joshi, & Suruchi Adarkar.
Vishakha Kashalkar to speak 35 languages in her debut film ‘Rajbhasha’
New Marathi film ‘Rajbhasha‘ which is being produced by Rishikesh Vilas patil and directed by Dnyaneshwar Margajj has a unique feature. The leading lady of this film Vishakha Kashalkar , who is making her debut in Marathi films, will be playing the character of Radha, who has been born and brought up in the slums. This girl can speak 35 different languages. The director has cleverly used this character speaking the mixture of languages, to create humour; while she communicates with different people in the film.
Prior to this film, Vishakha had played a child artiste, in TV serial ‘Nok Jhok’. But, playing the character of Radha in this film, is more challenging debut for her. The film’s music is composed by Kaushal Inamdar and his popular song ‘Labhale Aamhas bhagya..’ is part of this film. Popular Marathi actor Sandeep Kulkarni plays lead hero of this film, in the company of other well known artistes like Kishore kadam and Sulbha Deshpande.