Adinath- Urmila together in ‘Dubhang’
After making his debut as a hero through ‘Ved Laavi Jeeva’, Adinath Kothare, son of Mahesh Kothare will now pair with Urmila Kanetkar in a new film ‘Dubhang’ which is being directed by Mahesh Kothare. This film, which is a family social, is produced by Shankar Mitkari. Besides this young pair, another pair of Ajinkya Deo and Sonali Kulkarni will also be part of the star cast. The script is written by Abhiram Bhadkamkar and Shekhar Dhavlikar.
Shooting of this film is presently in progress in and around Kolhapur. Music by Bappi Tutul and and cinematography by Sanjay Memane are the other credits of the film.
Mukti – The Final Freedom’ in progress
We have seen many Marathi films based on farmer’s suicides, but they have only placed before the audience the issues related to such suicides. No one has tried yet to come out with solutions. Now, new Marathi film “Mukti- The Final Freedom” produced by Sachin Zankar, claims to have come up with a solution to such suicides.
Directed by Machhindra More, the film not only presents the story of a farmer but also shows how his family faces some difficult situations, when he commits suicide. Nandu Madhav (‘Harischandrachi factory’ fame) plays the lead role in the film, while Tejaswini Pandit plays the female lead. Other popular stars in the cast are Nagesh Bhosale, Milind Shinde and others. Music by B. A. Tupe and Camera by Raja Phadtare are the other credits.
Vikram Gokhale Joins MNS- Chitrapat Wing
Vikram Gokhale, the noted actor director much in the news for his much awarded directorial debut ‘Aghaat’ has joined the film workers union wing of MNS known as the Maharashtra Nav Nirman Chitrapat Karmachari Sena when he recently endorsed the membership under the august Presence of MNS Navnirman Sangh General Secretary Mrs. Shalinitati Thakeray.
The MNS has formed this wing to present the cause and solve various problems of workers in the industry. At present the party membership subscription is on from 5 Feb 2011 to 5 March 2011.
Prasad Oak to present ‘Halla Bol’
It seems that Prasad Oak has turned seriously towards hosting TV reality shows. In his new role as a TV Host, he presents E-TV’s Dance reality show – ‘Lux Halla Bol’. alongwith him is Gauri Nigudkar as his co-host.
This show which has selected 24 participants, is being telecast every Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9.30 pm. Popular actress Padmini Kolhapure and choreographers Harshal & Vitthal will judge the performances of these competitors.
Deool’ launched in a style.
Producer Abhijeet Gholap’s big budget film ‘Deool’ was launched in a style at Hotel Pride in Pune on Thursday. The film stars Nana Patekar in a Marathi film after a long time, along with another acclaimed performer Dilip Prabhawalakar. Dilip and Nana recounted their old stage days to much applause from all those present.
The film also stars Dr.Mohan Agashe, Atisha Naik, Kishor Kadam, Jyoti Subhash, Girish Kulkarni, Vibhavari Deshpande, Usha Nadkarni, etc. The film is directed by ‘Valu’ and ‘Vihir’ fame Umesh Kulkarni. Written by Girish Kulkarni, the music is by Mangesh Dhakde.The film is about the effect of globalization on India’s small towns and the terrible state of Indian villages, with the political back-drop. The film goes on floors from Feb 4 at Satara.
3 Marathi films to be released on Feb 4th
A new Marathi comedy film titled ‘Dhavadhav’ is being released on 4th Februry 2011. Director Bharat Gaekwad gets ready with the pair of Bharat Jadhav and Shashank Udapurkar. The film’s story, screenplay and dialogues are written by Shashank Udapurkar. Bharat Jadhav has a very special role for himself while the other star cast of the film comprises of Mohan Joshi, Smita Jaykar, Anand Abhyankar, Uday Sabnis, Jayant Wadkar, Arun kadam, Jairaj Nair, Rutuja Patil and Vilas Ujawane.
‘Dhavadhav’ has tried to present ‘Gabbar’, who now lives in a big palace and moves in a Mercedez. The film also presents Jai living a simple life with his mother in Ramtek, while Veeru living an exactly opposite happy go lucky lifestyle
Music director Nandu Honap has composed the music of this film, on the lyrics of Praveen Dawane.
Now, coming to realistic cinema, the topic of child molestation is already a topic of discussion. ‘Aarambh’ a new Marathi film also to be released on 4th February, narrates the implications arising out of this issue. the film tells the story of a married couple and their daughter. Rajeshwari Sachdev and Atul abhyankar play the couple while Rucha Date plays their daughter. Shrinivas bhange has written the script of this film based on a true story.
The third Marathi film also due for release on 4th February, is Dilip kalyani’s ‘Durgaa Mhantyat Mala’ a woman oriented film, directed by Raju Parsekar. The film stars Milind Gawali, Deepali Syed, Sakshi (The wonder girl) , Kuldeep Pawar, Surekha Kudchi, Swapnil Rajshekhar, Hemangi Rao, Sanjay Khapre & Usha Naik. Music by – Pravin Kuwar and lyrics by – Mandar Cholkar are other credits. The film’s Catch line does warn all not to test the power of a woman.
Two more awards for ‘Mala Aai Vhaychay’.
Writer-Producer-director Samrruddhi Porey’s film ‘Mala aai Vhaychay’ (I want to be a Mother) is very much in the news before its official release on 11th February 2011. Having bagged 7 awards so far at international festivals, the film has won two more awards at the recently concluded Jaipur film festival.
While Ms. Samrruddhi Porey was adjudged the best director for this film, the American actress Stacy Bee, who plays a Model in this film has bagged the best debut award. This film is the first American-Indian Marathi film.
Music launch of ‘Pakada Pakadi’.
Music launch of new Marathi film ‘Pakada Pakadi’ was held in Hotel Juhu Plaza, Mumbai with a big fanfare on 31st January 2011. Made under the banner of Venture Motion Pictures, this film is directed by Sandeep Manohar Navare, who has also written the story of this film. With screenplay and dialogues by Hemant Edalabadkar, the lyrics are provided by Praveen Dawane. The film’s music has been composed by the trio comprising of Sandeep- Sachin and Shailesh.
Producers Harish Kumar and M. Krisshnatray first felicitated two senior artistes of the film, namely Ashok Saraf and Ravindra Berde , then director- Sandeep Navare and finally theMusic directors and singer Bela Sulakhe, who were present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, the director said that the producers were making all efforts to market the film well, which is scheduled for release on 11th February 2011. Mr. Ashok Saraf, while speaking about the film, revealed that he was playing a double role in this film.
The film has total five songs which are in the voices of a big team of popular singers like Suresh Wadkar, Vaishali Samant, Anand Shinde, Kunal Ganjawala, Sadhana Sargam, Shaan and Bela Sulakhe. The film also has a big star cast comprising of Ashok saraf, Prasad oak, Tejaswini Pandit, Saie Ranade, Vijay Chavan, Ravindra Berde, Kishori Ambiye, Ashalata Wabgaonkar, Asit Redyz, Vikas Samudre, Ganesh Revdekar, Santosh Sarode and Kishore Nandalskar.
Ashok Mehta cuts Negative of ‘Bokad’
Eminent cinematographer Ashok Mehta cut the negative recently for producer Anil Dev and director Pravin Raja Karale’s ‘Bokad’ at Film Labs, Goregaon. Present on the occasion were co-producer Manu Sawant, Lab in-charge Uday Nirgudkar and others. The film boasts of having total 24 songs for the first time in a Marathi film. The title ‘Bokad’ is a metaphor of what is perceived on seeing a ‘goat’ by people and the story is narrated through the songs.
The film has music by Avdhoot Gupte and lyrics by Ashok Bagwe. The cinematography is by Manu Sawant and the film stars Sayaji Shinde, Kishor Kadam,Vinay Apte, Amey Wagh,Sharad Ponkshe,Hemangi Rao,and 20 collegians, especially selected for the film. The film is set for an early release.
New Marathi film with a Unique theme
At a time when we are all talking about absence of good quality scripts in Marathi cinema, here comes a film with a sensational subject, based on a real life incident. Advocate Samrruddhi Porey comes forward to offer something new to this world, with a happening that created deep impact on her mind.
A practicing advocate at Mumbai High Court, Samrrudddhi had come across this unique case, where she saw legal implications arising out of Surrogate mother’s issues. She decided to make a film on such an issue, which was new to the world. And, she has finally done it.
”Mala Aai Vhaychay’ ( I want to be a Mother) is the title of her film, which is produced and directed by herself. She has also written the script and lyrics of the film. Using the combination of Indian and foreign artistes and choosing a perfect location in Maharshtra, she has only tried to give a realistic look to this cinematic presentation. The film has already won awards abroad and is all set to release on 11th February 2011 all over Maharashtra.
The film stars Urmila Kanetkar, Stacy Bee, Sulbha Deshpande, Vivek Raut, Matt Ridder, Suchitra Bandekar and Samrruddhi Porey herself in the main cast, while the American wonder boy Aiden Barkley plays the Varhadi speaking kid in this film. Music by Ashok Patki and photography by Rahul Jadhav are other credits.