Climax song of ‘Rajbhasha’ recorded
To make people in Maharashtra realize the importance of Marathi language, Producer Hrishikesh Vilas Patil and director Dnyaneshwar Margajj are making a Marathi film ‘Rajbhasha’ .The 6th song of the film to be filmed on the climax, was recorded recently. The song will be pictured on leading lady Vishakha Kashalkar, who will be making her film debut through this film. Vishakha had already made her acting debut as a child artiste through Hindi TV serial ‘NokJhonk’ and later performed in Marathi TV serials ‘Ek wada Zapatrlela’ &’Nivdung’. Vishakha has also performed in a stage play ;’Radha’.
The song was recorded in the voices of Avadhoot Gupte and Madhura Kumbhar on the music of Parikshit Bhatkahande. The remaining cast of the film is to be finalised soon, as the shooting of this film begins shortly.
‘Kshan Amrutache’ audio CD released
Pandit Hridaynath Mangeshkar was seen in a happy mood on Thursday evening at Ravindra Natya Mandir, when he released the music album of ‘Kshan Amrutache’ which is a rare collection of devotional songs rendered by Lata Mangeshkar on the music of Salil kulkarni. The melody queen of India, could not be present during the function, due to ill health. However, other members of Mangeshkar family ,namely usha mangeshkar and Radha mangeshhkar were present ,apart from other dignitaries like Sunil Barve( who anchored the show) Suresh Wadkar, Mayuresh Pai of LM Music and Vishwas Joshi of Fin Craft media Entertainment, who organised the show.
After the official release of Audio CD, some of the devotional songs were presented by Pt.Hridaynath Mangeshkar, Radha Mangeshkar and Salil kulkarni.
‘Ekapeksha Ek’ to present 12 Apsaras on Zee Marathi
Zee Marathi’s most awaited popular dance reality show Ekapeksha Ek will be back with a bang; this time with more glamour, with fierce competition. In this upcoming fresh season, 12 beautiful, talented & famous celebrities will compete with each other. Premiering on 1st July, the show will air every Monday and Tuesday at 9.30 PM, on Zee Marathi!
The contestants for this season are celebrities from Marathi Film and Television industry which includes Shruti Marathe, Neha Gadre, Deepti Ketkar, Sara Shravan, Hemangi Kavi, Rupali Bhosale, Prachi Cheolkar, Prajakta Mali,Sukanya Kalan, Prathana Behare, Megha Ghatage n Manasi Naik.
To ensure best grooming of these contestants and bring out the best in them, talented choreographers like Ashish Patil, Sharad Bhangre, Ajinkya Shinde and Omkar Shinde will guide these beauties and prepare them for competition. They will act as ‘mentors’ rather than just a guide. And finally, to judge these talented individuals, popular Actor, Director, Sachin Pilgaonkar will be in the chair of Mahaguru. Pushkar Shrotri, actor-director and popular anchor of the Marathi film industry, will host this show ‘Ekapeksha Ek – Apsara Ali’
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