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New Pair of Samar and Kasturi becomes hit on Television

The ongoing Marathi serial ‘Kasturi’ on Colors Marathi has become popular in a short time. The reason for this is its emotion filled story and new pair of Samir and Kasturi . This serial presents a story of brother and sister, where the sister Kasturi plays an important responsible role of a sister who becomes strict and also caring for her ambitious brother Nilesh.

Ashok Phaldesai, Ekta Labde in serial 'Kasturi'
Ashok Phaldesai, Ekta Labde in serial ‘Kasturi’

But, after watching the emotion filled story of brother and sister, we find Samar coming into the life of Kasturi. Samar and Kasturi are totally opposite to each other. In short, they are mismatched. But, the viewers of this serial have accepted this pair. Is Kasturi not aware of the truth about Samar ? Only the forthcoming episodes will reveal. But, one thing is sure that this new pair of Samar and Kasturi played by Ashok Phaldesai and Ekta Labde is well accepted by the viewers.  This serial is telecast daily night at 10.30 pm on Colors Marathi channel.

Trailer and Music release of the film ‘Hira Pheri’

'Hira Pheri' movie cast, team
‘Hira Pheri’ movie cast, team

After offering hit Marathi films like ‘Dha Lekacha’ ,  ‘Adrushya’, ‘Bol Hari Bol’ and others, Ultra Marathi Jhakas OTT platform is now all set to present Digital premiere of their next Marathi film ‘Hira Pheri’ on 14th August 2023. Recently, music and trailer release of this film took place at Plaza Cinema Preview theatre, Dadar in presence of Ultra Jhakaas CEO Mr. Sushilkumar Agrawal , other executives of Ultra Jhakaas, Director Amol Bidkar, artistes of the film Abhinay Sawant, Pravin Prabhakar, Muisc director and singers of this film.

Abhinay Sawant in movie' Hira Pheri', Shubhangi Tambale, Vijay Patvardhan, Digambar Naik
Abhinay Sawant in movie’ Hira Pheri’, Shubhangi Tambale, Vijay Patvardhan, Digambar Naik

Trailer of this film shows Vicky the son in law who wants to become richer overnight with his plans. So, it is the race to acquire the precious diamond , which is in possession of a thief. But, there are others too in this race and who finally gets it is what the film’s humour filled screenplay is all about.

According to Producer Sushilkumar Agrawal, Ultra Jhakaas have offered this entertaining film , keeping in mind the present requirement of audience. He is confident that ‘Hira Pheri’ will meet all the requirements of Marathi audience

Veteran actor Jayant Savarkar passes away at 87

Actor Jayvant Savarkar
Actor Jayvant Savarkar

Well Known Marathi veteran actor Jayant Savarkar passed away today morning in a Thane hospital. He was 87. He is survived by his wife, two daughters and a son. Mr. Jayant Savarkar was recently awarded Life Time Achievement award at the Ambernath Marathi Film Festival. Earlier, he had also received the prestigious Natyavarya Prabhakar Panshikar Lifetime Achievement award from Government of Maharashtra.

He had performed in more than 100 plays and was known for his memorable roles Taliram in ‘Ekach Pyala’ and Antu Barva in ‘Vyakti aani Valli’. He was active with his television performances through serials like ‘Tumchi Mulgi Kaay Karte’ last year and the second part of this serial ‘Karan Gunhyala Mafi Nahi’ which is being aired now Sony Marathi. Only few days ago he was seen in this serial playing the role of a detective Chintu Nana an old man as Police informer. Jayant Savarkar had also performed in few Hindi films like ‘Vaastav’ ‘Yugpurush’ and ‘Singham’. His last rites will be performed on Tuesday morning.

Abhinay Sawant is happy with his role in ‘Hira Pheri’

Abhinay Sawant in movie' Hira Pheri', Shubhangi Tambale, Vijay Patvardhan, Digambar Naik
Abhinay Sawant in movie’ Hira Pheri’, Shubhangi Tambale, Vijay Patvardhan, Digambar Naik

Abhinay Sawant son of popular versatile actress Nirmiti Sawant had earlier made his debut through Kedar Shinde’s Marathi film ‘Shrimant Damodar Pant’ and had won the hearts of Marathi film lovers. Thereafter he performed in films like ‘Akalpit’ and ‘Thapadya’ besides performing in popular serials like ‘Naktichya Lagnala Yaycha Ha’ and ‘Navari Mile Navryala’ which enabled him to reach every household in Maharashtra.

Now, through forthcoming Marathi film ‘Hira Pheri’ he is making a grand comeback in a lead role opposite ‘Boyz 2′ fame actress Subhangi Tamble. Along with them are other popular artistes like Vijay Patwardhan, Digamber Naik, Pravin Prabhakar and Nitin Bodhre. Speaking about his role in this film, Abhinay seemed to be extremely happy.  This is a comedy film and this subject is very dear to me. When Director Amol Bidkar explained to me the subject of this film, I immediately said ‘Yes’ to him.”

‘Fauj – The Maratha Battalion’ to present saga of bravery of Maratha warriors

'Fauj - The Maratha Batalion' Marathi Movie
‘Fauj – The Maratha Batalion’ Marathi Movie

The contribution of our armed forces towards our country is limitless.The presence of our armed forces at the borders keeps all of us safe. To tell you the saga of bravery of our army forthcoming Marathi film ; Fauj- The Maratha Battalion’ is getting ready for release in the year 2024. Recently, poster of this film was released on social media, which shows the soldiers protecting our nation at the border.

This film is presented and produced by Swami Charan Films and written and directed by Prakash janardan Pawar. According to him, “Maratha Battalion is the oldest regiment of Indian army since the time of British rule. And we have heard about their saga of bravery till date. The film presents one of the stories from the bravery acts of the Maratha Battalion.

Urmila Nimbalkar’s unique ‘Book Club’ scheme

If you come across good books at the most appropriate time, your life can change. Based on this philosophy, Actress and You Tuber Urmila Nimbalkar started her channel on social media suitably titled ‘Book Club Vishwa Urmila’ and today it has 88% women subscribers. Her idea was to reach out to women who are otherwise busy with their kitchen and household duties. What if they get a chance to listen to the content of such books through audio book medium ?

Urmila Nimbalkar, Actress, Youtuber
Urmila Nimbalkar, Actress, Youtuber

Urmila herself was not at all nterested in reading , as she never found time for the same due to her involvement in other things. After school and college, she got busy with her acting assignemnts. But, when she heard ‘Storytel Audiobooks’, it brought a big change in her life. She was later inspired by the Hollywood actress Reese Witherspoon , who made her own videos talking about her experience reading every book that she liked. Today, because of ‘Storytel audiobook’ she can hear at least one audiobook every month. So, she can make 12 videos a month on every audiobook involving her viewers.

‘Good Vibes Only’ promises Positive thinking in Life

'Good Vibes Only' movie poster. Shravan Ajay Bane, Aarti Kelkar
‘Good Vibes Only’ movie poster. Shravan Ajay Bane, Aarti Kelkar

We are all aware that Good Vibes help to bring in positive change in our lives. Based on this philosophy, forthcoming Marathi film with a suitable title ‘Good Vibes Only’, has invited the attention of film lovers. This film produced by Jugal Raja and Silk Light Films and directed by Jugal Raja will soon be released on Planet Marathi OTT platform.

The poster of this film was released recently, which carries the photos of lead artistes Shravan Ajay Bane and Aarti Kelkar. Before this film, RJ Shravan and singer Aarti Kelkar had won the hearts of music lovers with their mesmerising voice. Now, they are all set to impress the audience of Marathi films.

The story of this film also written by Jugal Raja revolves around two characters with the backdrop of water Sports. Producer- director Jugal Raja is confident that the theme of this film which is new to Marathi films, will be appreciated by the film lovers

Umesh and Priya return to stage after a decade in ‘Jar Tar chi Goshta’

Umesh Kamat, Priya Bapat
Umesh Kamat, Priya Bapat

Ten years ago Umesh Kamat and Priya Bapat performed in their first Marathi play ‘Nava Gadi Nava Rajya’ and the pair attained popularity. Thereafter, both of them together performed in films and web series. Now, after almost a decade both of them will be seen together in forthcoming Marathi play ‘Jar Tar Chi Goshta’’ This play is produced by Priya Bapat under the banner of Sonal Production.

'Jar Tar chi Goshta' Marathi Natak, Umesh Kamat, Priya Bapat
‘Jar Tar chi Goshta’ Marathi Natak, Umesh Kamat, Priya Bapat

‘Jar Tar Chi Goshta’ is directed by Advait Dadarkar and Ranjit Patil . This play is written by Irwati Karnik and stars Umesh Kamat, Priya Bapat Kamat, Pallavi Ajay and Ashutosh Gokhale. Speaking about her play, Priya said, “This is my second commercial play through my home production and I am glad that I am part of this play as an actress. I was very keen on working with Umesh once again on Marathi stage. And, my wish has come true through this play. So, eagerly looking forward to appear in front of the stage audience.”

‘Me Punha Yein’ in the news again

Sayaji Shinde, Upendra- Limye, in 'Me Punha Yein'
Sayaji Shinde, Upendra- Limye, in ‘Me Punha Yein’

Many a times scripts of Marathi films are based on political happennings; but sometimes the films give advance intimation about the changes likely to take place in Politics. Marathi web series ‘Me Punha Yein’ which was telecast on Planet Marathi OTT platform is the best example of the recent political changes we have noticed in Maharashtra politics.

This web series which had become popular because of its screenplay and dialogues, showed all that was possible in the name of politics in Maharashtra.After the changes we noticed in our Maharashtra Government, the clippings of the videos from this web series have become viral on social media. And the people have started identifying every character in this web series with a popular political leader.

Bharat Ganeshpure Movie 'Me Punha Yein'
Bharat Ganeshpure Movie ‘Me Punha Yein’

‘Me Punha Yein’ stars Sayaji Shinde, Upendra Limaye, Bharat Ganeshpure, Ruchita Jadhav Sidhharth Jadhav in lead roles.

Marathi Film ‘Journey’ will be ready for release in September 2023

Journey Marathi movie, Shubham More
Journey Marathi movie, Shubham More

Produced and directed by Sachin Dabhade for Sachin Dabhade Films, the poster of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Journey’ was released on social media recently. This film which talks about the meaning of relationship and our life, stars child artistes Shubham More, Mahi Butala and Nikhil Rathod along with Shantanu Moghe, Sharvari Jemenis, Anjali Ujavane, Yogesh Soman, Omkar Govardhan, Sunil Godbole, Milind Dastane and Prashant Tapasvi in lead roles.

Journey, whether it is for tourism purpose or about our life, it teaches us something. There are ups and downs in this journey and its an experience. Based on this philosophy the story of this film is by Ravindra Mathadhikari which has been presented in cinematic form by Sachin Dabhade. On the poster of this film, which has been released, we find a Boy with his back to camera.The film is all about his unusual journey.According to the director , “The Journey in this film is the struggle faced by a child in his journey of life. It is a film for all.”