Sanskruti Kaladarpan getting ready with Drama & Film Fest
For the past 13 years, Sanskruti Kaladarpan has been conducting competitions of Marathi Drama and films, through shortlisted productions, from the entries received. This year’s competition begins with entries of 42 films, 22 Dramas and 13 serials , besides 4 channels taking official part. In the drama section 5 dramas will be shortlisted and presented in competition form at Yashwant Natya Mandir, Matunga , between 17th to 22nd February 2013.
Similarly, from 42 films, 10 films will be shortlisted and they will be screened for final competition at Ravindra Natya Mandir Mini Theatre, between 10th and 14th March 2013. Some of the Marathi films taking part in Film’s competition are :’Dhag’, ‘Chintu’,’Pipani’, ‘35Minutes’,’Kurukshetra’, ‘Aabhran’, ‘Touring talkies’, ‘Investment’, ‘Devtari Balumama’, ‘My Dear Yash’,’Tatpurti Baiko’,’Sur Rahu De’,’Shur Aamhi sardar’, ‘Golaberij’ ,’Ghumsat’ and other recently released films.
In the Drama section , there are popular names like ,’Sukhant’, ‘Proposal’, ‘Zolbachchan’ , ‘Mansa Mansa Hup!’, ‘Cath the Chance’,’Bechki’, ‘Eka kshanaat!’, ‘Vaishali Cottage’, ‘Maayleki’,’Majhiya Bhaujina Reet kalena’, ‘Kidnap’,’Khall Khatak’, ‘Tukaram Kolyachi Por’ and others.
Jai Maharashtra Dhaba Bathinda Music released at Pune’s Shanivarwada
It was a grand music release for Avadhoot Gupte’s forthcoming Marathi film ‘Jai Maharashtra Dhaba Bathinda’; as the ceremony was held in Pune’s historical Shanivarwada in presence of thousands of Punekars. The music CD was released by well known singer Suresh Wadkar. Present on the occasion were film’s music director Nilesh Mohrir, Producer Atul kamble, Co producer Rahul kamble,Lead pair of the film Abhijit Khandkekar, Prarthana behre, singers Swapnil Bandokar & Jahnavi Prabhu Arora, besides Avadhoot Gupte.
The film is made under the banner of Square Entertainment & Black Gold Films and is all set to release on 14th February 2013 all over Maharashtra. It presents a story of hefty Sayaji Nimbalkar from Kolhapur who opens a Dhaba in Punjab and falls in love with a Punjabi girl.Five songs in this film have been penned by Guru Thakur . On this occasion singers vaishali samant, Dnyaneshwar meshram, Janhavi Prabhu Arora presented songs, while Urmila kanitkar, Megha Ghdge, Prarthana behre & Abhijit Khandkekar performed dances to entertain the audience.
Atul and Geetanjali Kulkarni reveal their love affair in KTG
We are all aware of Atul Kulkarni’s talent on stage and screen. But, in real life, he was very quiet person, till he joined NSD, Delhi, to become serious about acting career. It was at this place, he met another talented actress and the love affair turned into marriage. It was s surprise for Atul Atul’s family members, when they heard about his falling in love with a girl and taking a decision to marry her.
Both Atul and Geeitanjali will be seen together as special guests in popular TV programme ‘Khupte Tithe Gupte’ on Wednesday 23rd January 2013 at 9.30 pm on Zee Marathi . They will talk about their love affair and how they fell in love with each other. It will be for the first time, both will be seen together in a talk show.
‘Dhamak’ to record songs with remixing and mastering in London
We are well aware that Marathi films are going worldwide through various international film festivals. So, the new Marathi film makers are now making efforts to present their films with more perfection to match with international quality.
Director Rajendra Badivadekar, who has realised this requirement, is paying more attention on post production effects. Now, he is proceeding to London to do remixing and mastering of the songs of his forthcoming film ‘Dhamak’. All that he wants is to make a quality film, with all those technical effects like a well presented Bollywood film.
There are total six songs, which will undergo this technique at Globe Recording studios, London and the process will take about 10-15 days. The songs have already been composed by Music director Nirmal Kumar, who has used the combination of traditional and latest musical instruments very well. After giving this proposed effect in London, the Dolby effect will be given in Mumbai.
The film stars Aniket Vishwasrao, Girija Joshi, Uma Sardeshmukh, Viju Khote, Jaywant Wadkar, Dhananjay Mandrekar, Ajay Padhye, Girish Salvi, Arwind Dhanu, Chetan Kharat, Pradeep Palde, Suchit Mukte and Sunil Shinde. Choreography by Umesh Jadhav and camera by Prasad Bhende are other credits.
All India release of Pune52 by PVR
PVR, the largest chain of multiplexes in India, have come forward to distribute new Marathi film ‘Pune 52′ at different outlets in India simultaneously. This is the first Marathi film to be released in such a big way.
Directed by Australian returned film maker Nikhil Mahajan, ‘Pune 52’ will be shown in cities like Pune , Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Calcutta, Rajasthan, Gujarat, MP, Punjab and Haryana, in regular shows.
The film staring Girish Kulkarni, Sonali Kulkarni( Sr.) , Sai Tamhankar, Kiran karmarkar,Shrikant Yadav, Bharati Achrekar and others, has already invited attention during MAMI and South Asian Film Festival , Movie officially released on Friday 18th January 2013, all over India.
Now, watch cinematic format of ‘Eka Lagnachi Doosari Goshta’
Zee Marathi’s popular serial ‘Eka Lagnachi Doosari Goshta’ which concluded within its stipulated time, is still missed by many Marathi TV viewers. This serial produced by Indian Magic Eye, was one of the best presentations, offering wholesome entertainment for the entire family. The popular characters Radha and Ghana are still fresh in the memory of many viewers.
The good news is that Radha and Ghana will be back on your TV screens. This time, meet them in the cinematic form. Zee Marathi will be presenting this form on Sunday 20th January 2013 at 7 pm. It’s like watching a film.
Uma and Prakash Bhende receive Ekta Awards
Ekta Cultural Academy had hosted their Cultural festival at the Sahita Sangha Mandir, Girgaon recently. On this occasion, various competitions were conducted for different events like Acting, Singing, Dance, Poetry recitation & Drawing. But, the final ceremony was to honour veteran actress Uma Bhende and her film maker husband Prakash Bhende with life time achievement Ekta Award, for their contribution to the field of Marathi entertainment industry. The prestigious award was presented to them by veteran Drama Critic Raja karale.
Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Uma turned emotional while thanking her co stars Kashinath Ghanekar , Chandrakant, Suryakant, Ramesh Deo and reputed directors like Bhalji Pendharkar, Raja Paranjape and Raj Dutt, with whom she got an opportunity to work with, during her good old days. “I shall continue to offer my services to acting in future too,” she concluded.
Many other artistes like Anil Gawas, Deepak Parab, Mayur Vaidya, Nilambari Khamkar, Ashok Savane, Yohgiraj Bagul, Adhikrao Pol, Milind Jagtap, Mayur Dholam, Praful gamre, Bhaarat Jadhav and Suresh kamble were also felicitated by Prakash Bhende for their contribution to their respective field. Bhagwan Nile, Jayant Pawar, Ashok Bendkhale and Ramesh Godse presented the prizes to winners of different competitions.
‘Anumati’ inviting attention before official release
Before its official release,new Marathi film ‘Anumati’ directed by Gajendra Ahire has been inviting attention from critics at different international film festivals. Recently, at Kolhapur International Film Festival, the film won the best direction award. Now, the film has been selected for screening at the Pune International film festival, which is the most prestigious event.
The film stars Vikram Gokhale, Neena Kulkarni, Reema Lagoo, Subodh Bhave, Anand Abhyankar, Neha Pendse, Sai Tamhankar and Kishore kadam. The film’s cinematography is handled by Govind Nihalani. About 200 films from 52 countries are taking part in Pune Int fest, which will be held at 7 different theatres in Pune.
New Marathi film ‘Taani’ launched in Nagpur
After performing muhurat of the new Film ‘Taani’ in Nagpur at the hands of BJP President Nitin gadkari and his wife kanchantai Gadkari, the regular shooting of this film has begun at the same place. In this film, Mr. Arun Nalawade is playing the role of a Cycle Rickshaw Driver and Ketaki Mategaonkar is playing his daughter’s role. The film tries to show, how a hard working father offers education to his daughter, facing tough challenges.
Produced by Ajay Thakur and directed by Sanjeev Kolte, the script of this film is written by the husband and wife duo of Sanjeev and Gayatri Kolte. Besides Arun Nalawade and Ketaki Mategaonkar, the film’s star cast comprises of Dr. Vilas Ujawane, Devendra Dodke and others. Dr. Girish oak and Ila Bhate will be seen in special appearance.
‘Ashach Eka Betavar’- Leena Bala Nandgaonkar’s new marathi film
More and more women are coming forward to produce marathi films with new subjects. One such film maker is Leena Bala Nandgaonkar. Leena is wife of popular MNS leader and MLA Bala Nandgaonkar from Mumbai.
Leena had the feel of Silver Screen, when she was just 10 years old. She had performed as a child artiste. Now, she is making her debut as a film maker through her new film ‘Ashach Eka Betavar’ being made under the banner of Srushti Films. The film’s star cast comprises of Sanjay Narvekar, Sanjay Mone and Yatin karyekar. During the launch of this film well known persoalities like Mr. Raj Thackeray, Mahesh Manjrekar and Nana Patekar were present. Ms. Leena is very confident about the script of her film.