Marathi Film on the life of Hutatma Bhai Kotwal
Marathi silver screen has always been in the forefront to pay tributes to great reformers and freedom fighters from Maharashtra. Now, film maker F.M. Illyas ( ‘Arjun‘ fame) is all set to make a film on the life of Hutatma Bhai Kotwal. Known for his selfless service to the society in the capacity of a lawyer, his work has been highly appreciated by people from Maharashtra. Bhai Kotwal was known for his free legal service to poor farmers, who were indebted and harassed by moneylenders.
His sacrifice while fighting against the Britishers is also known to all. Now, through this film, the new generation will come to know about his contribution to the society.
The selection artistes to play the main characters of the film is in progress. The film will be made with international standard. In the meanwhile, the film maker has appealed to all those interested, to mail their profiles to nishigandha4v[at]gmail.com
New Marathi film Rangakarmi launched with Muhurat
Marathi theatre industry is known for the hard work and commitment by performing artistes and the people working tirelessly behind the stage. To make people aware of their excellent team work and personal relationship and in particular to highlight the close co ordination between the artistes and the make up man, this new Marathi film ‘Rangakarmi’ was launched with muhurat yesterday.
Produced by Sumeet Mittal and Shashi Mittal and directed by Sanjeev Kolte, the film stars Mohan Joshi, Sheetal Dabholkar, Rajan Joshi, Sharmistha Raut, Prafull Samant, Devendra Dodke, Mahesh Bodas, Deepjyoti Naik, Dinesh Kanade and Dr. Amol Kolhe. Popular artistes like Dr. Girish Oak, Vijay Chavan and Nisha Parulekar will appear in guest appearance in this film. Music by Praveen Kunwar and cinematography by Santosh Shinde are other credits.
Kushal Badrike is all praise for S.S. Chitrapat Sena
Shiv Sena Chitrapat Sena has come to the rescue of Marathi artistes, who are deprived of their genuine payments by the film and TV producers. Only few days back, they helped some Marathi artistes, to get their dues from a TV producer. Now, the latest victim Kushal Badrike has received justice from Aadesh Bandekar of Shiv Sena Chitrapat Sena.
It may be recalled that Kushal badrike had performed in Marathi Film ‘Huppa Huiyya’ produced by Sameet kakkad and Amar kakkad. An amount of Rs.32,000/- was due to him for the past few years. But, the producers kept on avoiding him. When Kushal mentioned about this issue to Aadesh Bandekar, he assured him that he would receive his payment soon. Only two days back, kushal was paid his hard earned dues. Surprised by this prompt action taken by Aadesh Bandekar, Kushal was all praise for Shiv Sena Chitrapat Sena, for their timely intervention to get justice in his favour.
Reacting to this issue, Mr. Aadesh Bandekar stated that his unit was always there to help all such aggrieved Marathi artistes, who have been exploited by the producers. “I appeal to all the producers to pay the artistes engaged by them in time. Otherwise, our Chitrapat Sena will deal with such producers in our own style,” he said.
Marathi film Nati on Jiah Khan’s mysterious suicide?
Actress Jiah Khan’s mysterious suicide which has rocked the entire Bollywood is all set to hit the Marathi silver screen with upcoming film ‘Nati’ (Actress), At least this is what some strong sources claimed. The film stars noted Marathi actress Tejaa Deokar playing the role of Jiah Khan.
While speating with MMW, Tejaa said “Yes we are making Nati on the life of an actress who is frustrated with her career and her love life especially. It is a journey of a woman and the circumstances which makes her to commit suicide. I think this will be one of the most powerful and provocative film ever tried in Marathi Cinema and I am looking forward to it.” In past yers we have seen Tejaa in films such as Adla Badli (Sachin), Hirwa Kunku, Dharpakad and critically acclaimed Oxygen (2007).
When we tried to get more details about the story line Tejaa replied “I cannot reveal much about the subject as we don’t want to fall into any legal hassles for the moment. Also, I am into a strict confidentiality contract with my film’s director.”
‘Nati’ is being directed by debutant Yogesh Jaadhav and is all set to hit the screens in the month of October.
Music of ‘Premsutra’ launched at Thane mall
For the first time residents of Thane had the privilege of watching the music launch of a Marathi film and that too at a biggest Shopping mall –The Korum Mall. The Audio Music CD of the film ‘Premsutra’ was released at the hands of Popular veteran actress Shubha Khote, who is also playing an important role in the film.
On this occasion all the artistes of the film, including Sandeep Kulkarni, Pallavi Subhash, Shruti Marathe were present. Also present were director Sanjay Deoskar, producers Vishwas Joshi, Sandeep Mehta, Music director Susmit Limaye, singer Hema Sardesai and Mr. Rajan Prabhu of Universal Music Co.
The film which is set on the backdrop of picturesque Goa, is all set to release on 21st June 2013.
Photo caption: Sandeep Kulkarni,m Duga Khote, Shurti Marahe along with Team Premsutra.
Warm response to ‘Chandi’ Premiere
Prabhakar Film’s new Marathi film ‘Chandi’ based on Late P.L. Deshpande’s famous story ‘Mhais’ received a warm response during the Premiere of the film, held at Sun City , Vile Parle, today evening. The film is due for release on Friday 14th June; but, the premiere was held today, to pay tributes to the popular writer of Maharashtra on the occasion of his death anniversary.
Shivshahir Dr.Babasaheb Purandare, who was very close to P.L. was personally present to pay tributes and watch the premiere show of the film. He was well in time. Also present on the occasion were MNS Chief Mr. Raj Thackeray and Ms. Vijaya Rajadhyaksha and popular Marathi actor Mr.Ramesh Deo, who plays an important role in this film . It was a small function before the start of the film, when all the dignitaries paid tributes to the popular writer, by lighting the lamp in front of his Portrait kept in the hall.
The entire star cast of the film was present besides other invitees.
Photo caption: Dignitaries paying tributes to late PL Deshpande at Sun City premiere of ‘Chandi’
‘Majhi Shala’ all set to release on 28th June 2013
Made under the banner of Passion World and directed by Shantanu Anant Tambe,’Majhi Shala’ the new Marathi film is all set to release on 28th June 2013. The announcement was made during the Music release ceremony of this film in the presence of entire star cast and crew of the film, besides other dignitaries like Dr.Atul Yadgire of Tangent Entertainment, Mr. Sameer Dixit of Pickle Entertainment and Mr. Hrishikesh Bhirangi.
The film revolves around Ramchandra Ganpat Tulaskar alias Ram, son of a farmer who struggles to take proper school education and later makes a sincere effort to open a school in his own village to spread education among others. This absorbing script is written by director Shantanu Tambe himself. When he decided to make this film, he first finalised Arun Nalwade and Alka Kubal Athlye to play the two important characters of the film. Then it was the selection of other artistes. Ram’s character is played by child artiste Aaksah Waghmode. The other star cast comprise of Jayant Savarkar, Devendra Dodke, Deepjyoti, Ashok Pawade, Baban Joshi, Sanchit Yadav & Poornima Vawhal .
Music by Sachin Deepak,Cinematography by Vinayak Jadhav, editing by Suresh nagnale and Art direction by Vijay Mayekar are the other credits
‘Chandi’ a tribute to P. L; is set to release on 14th June
Based on Late P.L. Deshpande’s popular novel ‘Mhais’, Prabhakar Films’ new Marathi film ‘Chandi’ is all set to release on 14th June 2013, all over Maharashtra. The film is a tribute to the prolific writer of Maharashtra and will be premiered at Sun City , Vile Parle on 12th june, which is also death anniversary of the popular writer.
Highlight of the film is that the audience will have a glimpse of their favourite writer; though it is for few seconds. Thanks to the latest technology and special effects team comprising of Ashish Gandhre,Anil Jadhav, Siddhesh Jadhav and Amit, who have made it possible to present this first film in Marathi in its unique style. ‘Chandi’ has a big cast comprising of 90 artistes with some known names like Vaibhav Mangle, Bhalchandra kadam, Deepak Shirke, Vikas Samudre, Santosh Pawar, Chetan Dalvi, Kishori Ambiye, Sanjivani Jadhav, Kishore Nandalskar and Ramesh Deo.
The film has been shot in picturesque Goa, with cinematography by sameer Athlye. Music by Praveen Kunwar and lyrics by Meena Govind are other credits. The film is directed by Samir Naik and Dnyaneshwar Govekar.
‘Time Please! Love story Lagnanantarchi’ captures ‘Everest’
Generally love stories begin much before marriage. But, this love story is different ! It begins after marriage with lots of fun. Those who have seen the popular Marathi Play ‘Nava Gadee Nava Rajya’; may be familiar with this plot. Now, director Sameer Vidwans and script writer Kshitij Patwardhan who were behind presenting this successful hit play, thought of converting it into cinematic format. So, with the help of Anish Joag of Pratisad Productions and Saurabh Gadgil of 24 Carat Entertainment, they made a film.
When the same film was shown to Sanjay Chabriya of Everest Entertainment,he was so impressed with the presentation that he agreed to distribute this film under his banner. In short, ‘Time please! Love Story Lagnanantarchi’ had captured Everest, to reach out to Marathi film audience. The first look of this film was organised today at Famous Studious, Mahalaxmi, in presence of main artistes of the film Umesh kamat, his real life and Screen wife Priya Bapat, Siddharth Jadhav along with Sameer Widwans, Kshitij Patwardhan, Hrishikesh Kamerkar, Anish Jog, Saurabh Gadgil & Sanjay Chabriya. Saie Tamhankar could not make it for this event.
“I was really impressed by the story of this film, which talks about the issues like ego, adjustments, insecurity, challenges and expectations that a newly married couple has to face. It’s the story that relates to the new lifestyle of all newly married couples. I even liked the presentation of the script, which is something new in Marathi films,” said Sanjay Chabriya, after presenting the first look before the media persons. In the cinematic format, the film has certainly taken some liberties to shoot the required outdoors and office atmosphere, to make the screenplay more interesting. So, after ‘Mi Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy’, ‘Shikshanachya Aaichha Gho’, ‘Hapus’, ‘Ideachi kalpana’ ,’Tukaram’ and ‘Aajcha Diwas Majha’,this is the seventh film Sanjay is distributing under his banner ‘Everst Entertainment’.
Sameer Widwans, who has already directed the hit play, said that he and script writer Kshitij Patwardhan had gone through two three drafts of the screenplay suited for this film, till deciding on the final draft. “We actually wanted all those who had seen the play, besides those who didn’t watch the play. So, we very much wanted to focus on the areas which were beyond the reach of theatre. Even Hrishikesh, who has composed the music of the play, tried to give a different look to the music. But, when we finalised the cast, besides the lead pair Umesh and Priya, we couldn’t think of anyone else, but Siddharth Jadhav,to play the role of Himmatrao. The same was the case with Saie Tamhankar. Others in the supporting cast are Vandana Gupte, Seema Deshmukh and Madhav Abhyankar,” he said.
Both Umesh and Priya were all excited to watch their first look and it was Umesh, who just kept on asking for ‘Once more’. Expressing their satisfaction, for the manner in which the cinematic form of their play was presented on screen; both felt that the film audience would be tempted to watch their play, after watching this film. “I still recall the memories of our first reading before the launch of our play; when we just couldn’t control our laughter. And now, when we read the film’s script together, we were almost in the same situation, reacted Priya, while narrating her experience.
Incidentally, shooting of this film and the shows of the play were going on simultaneously. And, that certainly inspired Priya while performing in few scenes of the drama. and, she did admit that. ‘Time Please! Love story Lagnanantarchi ’ is set to release on 26th July 2013,which also happens to be the release date of Rajiv Patil’s ‘72 miles’. “But ’s that not an issue. Subjects of both these films are different. In film industry, we can afford to release two films at a time. In the past ‘Lagaan’ and ‘Gadar’ were released simultaneously and both turned out to be hits. We only wish the same for both,” said Mr. Chabriya, before concluding this event.
Photo caption: Time please team with Sanjay Chabriya and Sameer Vidwans at centre.
MMW ‘Most Awaited Film’ award presented to ‘Zapatlela 2′
MarathiMovieWorld.com (MMW), a leading portal on Marathi films; have just announced their awards for the year 2013, in fifteen different categories on the basis popular votes polled by their esteemed viewers. One of the awards was for the ‘Most awaited Film’, which went to Mahesh Kothare’s Film ‘Zapatlela 2′ in 3D. Since the film is due for release on Friday, the MMW Awards committee decided to present the same to the makers / distributors of this film, on the occasion of their Blue Carpet Premiere show on Wednesday evening , hosted by Radio City in Pune. The other awards will however be presented at a later date.
The team from MMW presented the award during the special show to Mr. Mahesh Kothare and Mr. Jayesh Muzumdar (Director- Commercial & Syndication, Viacom 18). The entire cast and crew of the film along with Mr. Himanshu Shinde(Head of Film Entertainment, Radio City) were also present on the occasion. Incidentally, Radio City have now taken the lead to promote Marathi films, by hosting their Premiere shows, with the concept of ‘Blue Carpet Premiere’. And, with the premiere ‘Zapatlela 2′ at City Pride, Kothrud in Pune ; they have made a good beginning.
Many Marathi celebrities were present at this special show in Pune. Prominent among them besides the cast of ‘Zapatlela 2′ were Aniket Vishwasrao, Avadhoot Gupte, Bhargavi Chirmule, Urmila kanitkar-Kothare, Girija Oak- Godbole with husband Shushrut & others.
[Photo caption: Shashank Shah, Sonalee, Adinath Kothare, Mahesh Kothare (Director), Jayesh Muzumdar (Viacom18), Makarand Anaspure]