Ravi Jadhav focuses his attention on ‘BP’
Ravi Jadhav, the ad man turned film maker has already proved his class through films like ‘Natarang’ and ‘Balgandharva’. Now, he has focused his attention on a new project titles ‘BP’, which is the name of his new Marathi film. The muhurat of this film took place in thane recently. Present on the occasion were child artistes of the film, besides the technical team & cameraman- Mahesh Limaye.
The film is being produced by Uttung Hitendra Thakur & Meghana Jadhav. The theme of ‘BP’ is based on a Marathi play with the same name, written by Amber Hadap and Ganesh Pandit. Mr. Ravi Jadhav using his expertise as a director, will give a cinematic look to this play. The story of this film is all about adolescent problems faced by children during this period of transition. It will also advice parents how to deal with their children during this period in their children’s life.
The child artistes of the film are Madan Deodhar, Shaswati Pimplekar, Bhagyashee Shankpal, Prathamesh Parab and Rohit Phalke. The senior team comprises of Subodh Bhave, Saie tamhankar, Kishore kadam, Anand Ingale, Vishakha Subhedar & Avinash Narkar. Highlight of this film is that Bollywood duo Vishal Shekhar are making their debut as Music directors in Marathi films, through this film. According to the makers, the film is likely to be released around May 2012.
‘Karuna Shiv Shankara’ Music launched
Music launch of the film ‘Karuna Shiv Shankara’ took place in a Mumbai hotel recently, in presence of entire star cast of the film. The Event was Hosted and Compared by Satyajit Padhye Son of Ramdas Padhye (Famous puppetry). On this occasion, Kimaya Motion Pictures Launched their Company Calendar with Pranali Londhe as the Model.
There are four songs in this film penned by Sanjay Navgare & Avinash Godke on the music of Baban Ashok & Ameya Naik. Produced by Dr. Monish Babre and directed by C.Vishal, the film’s star cast comprises of Vijay Chauhan, Nisha Parulekar, Deepjyoti Naik, Varad Chuhan, Yugg, Pranali Londhe, Vijay Kadam, Umesh Bolke, Prashant Neuman & Kiran Phise.
Sulochana didi conferred with Saraswati Phalke Stree Puraskar
Dadasaheb Phalke film Festival in which 67 films took part, concluded with felicitation function with awards presented in different categories. For the first time a new award instituted in the name of Saraswati Phalke was presented to the grand old lady of Marathi Cinema- Sulochanadidi. The award was presented to her by Dadasaheb Phalke’s grandson Shri. Chandrashekhar Pusalkar.
The other Critics awards presented in different categories were as follows:
Best film : Balgandharva
Best Direction : Makarand Anaspure
Best Actor : Subodh Bhave
Best Actress( Shared) : Mrunal Kulkarni ( Arohi) and Deepali Sayed ( Hey Milan Soubhagyache)
Best Supporting Actor : Sushrut Mankani ( Swarajya)
Best Supporting Actress : Priya Berde ( Chal Dharpakad)
Best Music : Kaushal Inamdar
Best Singer ( Male) : Swapnil Bandodkar ( Paulwaat)
Best Singer ( Female) : Swapnali Hire ( Pratibimb)
Best background Music : Ami raj ( Swarajya)
Best Cinematography : Suresh Suvarna
Best Editing : Raj Surve ( Adgula Madgula )
Best Comedy Film : Ichaar Tharla Pakka
Best Social film : Dambis
Best Commercial film : Swarajya
‘Shala’ is the most eagerly awaited film
In the recently held Popular awards of Marathimovieworld.com forthcoming Marathi film ‘Shala’ bagged the special award for much awaited film of 2012. On the very next day there was a pres conference held by Mahesh Manjrekar’s The Great Maratha Entertainment, who are presenting this film. Film maker Sujay Dahake, who has worked very hard in making this film on teenage school life and their first attraction towards opposite sex. Based on the popular novel ‘Shala’ written by Milind Bokil, the director has tried to present the parent-child, Teacher-student and Parent-teacher relationship in an effective manner, as seen in the promos shown on the occasion of screening the first look of this film.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sanjay Dahake suggested that his film was on the backdrop of Emergency period of 1975-76 and has tried to show, how the developments affected the people in small towns of Maharashtra. The film has been shot at Vaai, off Pune-Satara road and Panhala. Mr. Mahesh Manjrekar who also spoke on the occasion felt that the story of the film was appealing. “All of us have gone through this stage of teenage and are carrying fond memories of that time with us,” he added. While answering to a question , as to why there were two-three Marathi films released on the same day and sometimes there are none; he was very critical about the rising number of marathi films without any content.
“For this film, we have a very different kind of campaign and instead of showing the usual song and dance sequence in the short promo, we have decided to present the views expressed by different people about this film,” he added. Mr. Sujay Dahake was very happy that his film had won the award for much awaited film and thanked the viewers of marathimovieworld.com. He said that since he had opened a page of ‘Shala’ on facebook, it could create awareness among net savvy people. Sanjay has engaged foreigners like Diego Romery and Christopher Harvey to handle the photography and sound recording.
‘Shala’ which stars Dilip Prabhavalkar, Nandu Madhav, Devika Daftardar, Jitendra Joshi, Santosh Juvekar, Amruta Khanvilkar, Anand Ingale, Ganesh Mayekar, Shshank Shende, Snehal Ghayaal, Anshuman Joshi & Ketaki Mategaonkar is all set to release on 20th January 2012.
Zee Marathi’ s ‘Idea Sa re Ga Ma pa’ from 18th Jan
Zee Marathi’s reality show ‘Idea Sa re Ga Ma Pa’ in this 2012 season present singing talent with the biggest names from Marathi films, theatre and television vying to be crowned the ultimate ‘Singer. There will be some celebrities who will be Singing on Marathi television for the very first time. They are : actors Mohan Joshi, Prashant Damale, Kishori Shahane Viz, Amruta Subhash, Kranti Redkar, Vaibhav Mangale, Satish Tare, Abhijeet Kelkar, Girija Oak and Dipti Bhagwat. With this interesting combination of film and theatre artistes participating in Zee Marathi’s 11th rocking season of Idea Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, anchor Abhijeet Khandkekar will present the show.
‘Idea Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’ will see the contestants giving their best performances besides suffering heartbreaking eliminations every Wednesday and Thursday. With this reality show, viewers will get a chance to see a new side of their personalities in the most intense competition in next few weeks.
Each contestant will represent as an individual and not a part of any team. To judge the show, Zee Marathi has roped in Avdhoot Gupte. Co-judging the show with him will be actress Vandana Gupte.
“Idea Sa re Ga Ma Pa” begins on Zee Marathi every Wednesday and Thursday from 18th January 2012 at 9:30 pm.
Rajan Bhise and Ashish Kulkarni to join ‘Mala Sasu Havi’
After the sad demise of two of their team members, Marathi serial ‘Mala Sasu Havi’ had continued with some of the episodes already shot on these two artistes till date. But now, it was time to induct new artistes into their characters, to keep the show going on. Zee Marathi have made the announcement to this effect, through a press note, stating that Mr. Rajan Bhise and Ashish Kulkarni will play the roles of Anand Abhyankar and Akshay Pendse respectively.
Both these new additions will make their first appearance as Aaba and Vighnesh, from saturday 5th January onwards.It all remains to be seen, how the co stars and viewers would adjust with them.
Music icon Anil Mohile is no more
Popular Music composer & arranger Anil Mohile is no more. He passed away at his Mumbai residence, in the early hours of morning today, after suffering a severe heart attack. He was 71. He is survived by his wife, daughter and son Amar, who is also a Music composer.
Anil Mohile was a popular personality for more than four decades both in Marathi as well as Hindi film industry, having been part of more than 100 films, as a music composer, arranger or assistant. He has given many hit songs both in Marathi as well as Hindi. ‘Shubhamangal Savadhan'( 2006) was the last Marathi film, for which he composed music. His work in Bollywood as a Music arranger was well received in films like ‘Sagina’ ( 1974), ‘Don'( 1978), ‘Sharabi'( 1984) , ‘Ilzaam'( 1986), ‘Ek Pal’ ( 1986), ‘Rudali ( 1993) and ‘Gajagamini'( 2000).
Marathi Movie World, pays sincere tributes to his departed soul.
Yogini Chouk Weds Sandesh
Stage, TV and Film actress Yogini Chouk tied her knot with Sandesh Borhade in a traditional marriage ceremony that was held in Panvel, off Navi Mumbai. The marriage ceremony was attended by her dear friends from the tinsel world. It may be recalled that not very long ago, Yogini was crowned as Maharashtrachi Superstar in a popular TV reality show.
Thereafter the talented actress from Navi Mumbai bagged many prominent roles in TV serials. She is presently performing in a popular stage play ‘Aadhi Basu Mag Bolu’ and TV serial ‘Pudhacha Paul’. She had also played an important role in Marathi film ‘Superstar’ opposite Siddharth Jadhav. Her forthcoming film is ‘Matter’ in which, besides acting she has also rendered a song. MMW wishes the couple a very happy married life and a prosperous new year.
‘Never Mind’ a new romantic comedy in marathi
A new Marathi play ‘Never Mind’ is all set to launch with its first show on 8th January 2012 at 9.30 pm at Balgandharva Rangmandir, Pune. It presents a story of budding romance between two interesting characters – Ninad, a successful marketing manager trying his brilliant business ideas, who is in love with Smita, a creative art designer fascinated by animals, who is scared to take the first step.
With Ninad’s futile efforts to impress Smita and Smita’s apprehension to fall in love with Ninad, their minds conspire to bring them together!
‘Never Mind’ has a good star cast comprising of talented artistes like Sharvari Patankar, Spruha Joshi, Amey Wagh & Siddharth Menon. Produced by Ajit Bhure, Mihir Patki, Harshal Vartak, Rahul Limaye & Prafful More, the play is written by Dr. Vivek Bele and directed by Nipun Dharmadhikari. Music by Gandhaar Sangoram and sets by Iravati Karnik are the other credits.
‘Zhakaas’ promises 3 in 1 time pass
Zee Talkies, a leading production house of Blockbuster films is all set to release today their so called 3 in 1 time pass film “Zhakaas”, which according to them is a gift to the Marathi film viewers for new year. The film is releasing today i.e. 30th Dec across Maharashtra.
“Zhakaas” is written by Deepak Naidu while Nitin Dixit & Ankush Chaudhari have penned the dialogues. Abhijit Kavthalkar has done music while Sanjay Jadhav has photographed the film. Ankush Chaudhari is the director of the film and he is playing the lead along with three beautiful girls Amruta Khanvilkar, Pooja Sawant and Saie Tamhankar.
While majority of the stars from Maharashtra were busy in parties to celebrate Christmas and New year , the star cast of Zhakaas decided to celebrate their Christmas with less privileged children in Pune . Not only did they distribute gifts to them but made all of them dance to the tunes of ‘Zhakaas’.. The children would surely remember this special Christmas celebrated with their favorite stars for years to come .