Mahesh Manjrekar’s big plans with Great Maratha
Film maker Mahesh Manjrekar is going in a big way. His Ashwami Films, which has produced sensible films like ‘Aai’, ‘Maatichya Chuli’, ‘De Dhakka’, ‘Mi Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy’, and ‘Shikshanachya Aaichha Gho’, has tied up with Mirah Entertainment (the company involved in distribution of Bollywood and Hollywood films) to form a new company – ‘Great Maratha Entertainment’ for this purpose.
This new company has drawn big plans for providing all type of technical assistance to Marathi films, through a well managed studio, shooting floor, acting and training school etc. Isn’t that a good news for Marathi cinema ?
‘Mee Sindhutai Sapkal’ for international fests
‘Mee Sindhutai Sapkal’ a new Marathi film directed by Bollywood director Anant Mahadevan, has been selected for screening at the forthcoming London film Festival and the Asian Film Festival in US. Based on the autobiography of social worker Sindhutai Sapkal, titled ‘Mee Vanvasi’ the film is sure to invite the attention of foreign viewers.
‘Mee Sindhutai Sakpal’ which stars Tejaswini Pandit, Upendra Limaye and Neena Kulkarni, will be released all over Maharashtra, after its screening at these two festivals. Produced by Bindiya Khanolkar , the film has music by Ashok Patki.
‘Natarang’ wins national award for Best Marathi film
After bagging several awards this year, popular Marathi film ‘Natarang’ has now bagged the 57th National award for best Marathi film in the regional film’s category. The film receives a Rajatkamal. However, no other Marathi film could win any of the awards in different category, at the national level.
Based on the novel written by Anand Yadav, the film had given due justice to the original story in the screenplay. The entire team of Natarang had put in joint efforts in the success of the film.
Music launch of ‘Agadbam’
The music launch of Trupti Bhoir’s much awaited film ‘Agadbam’ took place recently at the hands of popular actor & film maker Mahesh Kothare. The idea of releasing the music of the film two weeks before the film’s release on 1st October 2010, was to popularize the songs in a big way.
Guru Thakur has penned the songs on the music of Ajit and Samir. The MP3 distributed by Video Palace costs Rs.45/- and the audience will have the satisfaction of listening to 26 popular songs from some hit Marathi films besides the four songs of ‘Agadbam’. In all, it is a double dhamaka.
While speaking on the occasion, Trupti Bhoir was all praise for her make-up man Mr. Anil Pemgirikar, who has done this prosthetic make-up for her to give her that get-up of Nazuka weighing 250kgs. Incidentally, Anil Pemgirikar was also make-up man for Kamal Hasnan’s popular comedy film ‘Chachi 420′.
Madhav Abhyankar serves ‘The Cup’ with emotions
Using his vast experience on stage and screen, actor Madhav Abhyankar (‘Second Inning’ fame) has turned a director now. Madhav has made his short film ‘The Cup’ on a very different subject, capturing the emotions of a middle aged couple. Starring Vinay Kulkarni and Smita Tambe, this little more than 9 minutes short film has been scripted by Vyankatesh Madgulkar. It is a simple but effective happening in the life of a couple, which goes on to say a lot about emotional attachment.
Surely, he will send his film for participation in film festivals, but he has made it available on youtube.com for public viewing
Shooting schedule for ‘Bol Baby Bol’ Completed
Well known Actress Aruna Irani is making her comeback in Marathi film industry after almost 16 years, with the film ‘Bol Baby Bol’ .
The film is being Produced by Balraj Irani under banner Majestic Entertainment. Suresh B Sawant is the Executive Producer. The shooting of film is now completed . Its a comedy film, Directed & Edited by Vinay N. Laad. Story by Rajan Agarwal. Screenplay by Rajan Agarwal & Vinay N. Laad. Lyrics by Vivek Apte. Music by Nishikant Sadaphule. Cinematography by Sameer Athaley, Dialogues by Sanjay Belose and Choreography is by Dilip Mistry.
Other star cast include Makarand Anaspure, Aniket Vishwasrao, Siya Patil & Neha Pendse.
Zee Marathi to offer ‘Jallosh Ganarayacha’
On the occasion of Ganesh festival, Zee Marathi will be offering a treat to their viewers, in the form of a programme titiled “kurkure Prastut ‘Jallosh Ganarayacha'”. The programme will be telecast daily at 6 pm from the first day i.e Ganesh Chaturthi till the last day, i.e. Anant Chaturdadhi. There will be different kinds of competitions on this occasion, right from decorating the Makhar of Ganapati to preparing the most favourite sweet dish of Ganapati, i.e. Modak.
All popular stars associated with Zee marathi reality shows and serials will be taking part in this programme. Highlight of the programme will be the participation of popular stars like Sukanya Kulkarni, Bhargavi Chirmule, Rutuja Deshmukh, Purva Gokhale and Pallavi Vaidya performing the Gauri puja.
‘Aadishakti’ soon on Mi Marathi
Mi Marathi channel has always been in the forefront when it comes to offering serials on the philosophical and spiritual thinking. After successful launch of ‘Krupasindhu’ and ‘Bramhandnayak’ which have attracted a good number of viewers, Mi Marathi is coming up with another serial on this subject.
‘Aadishakti’ which has been shot at different pilgrim centres will enable the viewers to get the satisfaction of being at that place, while watching this serial at home; as claimed by the producers of this channel. ‘Aadishakti’ will be telecast every Friday and Saturday at 9 pm.
Films and serials can play a role of a Good teacher
A bud blossoms into a flower and when its petals spread out, the fragrance mesmerizes one and all. Similarly, a student who grows, matures and finally turns into a fine human being, after coming in contact with a good teacher. That good teacher could be anyone. Either he or she is from the school or his parents/ grand parents or a coach in sports. Can our feature films or the television channels be a good teachers. It is a debatable issue.
First of all, let us try to find out how many films have delivered to be a recognized as good teachers. ‘Shyamchi Aai’ was one such film that really passed on a message like a good teacher. It was also the first Marathi film, which went for the Oscars. Many sensible Marathi films of the past made by V. Shantaram and Bhalji Pendharkar played the role of good teachers and then Dr. Jabbar Patel’s ‘Saamana’ also showed the role played by a common man to fight injustice in the society.
Any film, that inspires the youngsters to do what is right in this society can be called as successful teachers, as the message is passed on to the masses in the form of entertainment. But, are our today’s film makers working in that direction? On the occasion of Teacher’s day, which is being observed all over India, MMW appeals to all film makers and TV serial producers to act as teachers while passing a social message through their films/ serials. At least, let us not forget the morals.
Debu Deodhar is no more
Well known Cinematographer Debu Deodhar is no more. He passed away on Wednesday evening at his Mumbai residence. For the past few months , he was suffering from severe lungs disorder. He was 62. Mr. Deodhar who graduated from FTI Pune with specialization in cinematography, had worked for Directors like Raj Dutt, Amol Palekar, Aziz Mirza, Nana Patekar, Bhimsain and many others. He had also bagged awards like Maharashtra state award, Zee Gaurav Puraskar, Goa state award etc.
He began his career as an assistant in the year 1972. His work was last
Debu Deodhar
seen in a recently released Marathi film ‘Marmabandh’. His forthcoming films are ‘Laadi Goadi’ and ‘Tamashaa’. Some of his other films were Savalee 2007, MaatiMaay 2006, Kshan 2006,Lal Salaam (2002),Pehchaan (2005) ,Stumped 2003, Dhyasparva (2001), Kairee (2000) ,Lekroo (2000), Silsila Hai Pyar Ka (1999) ,Daayraa (1996), Bangarwadi (1996), Prahaar: The Final Attack (1991),Thodasa Roomani Ho Jaayen (1990), Lapandav (1993) Shejari Shejari, Gav Tas Changal, Tinhisanja & Akriet (1981). He is survived by wife Shrabanidaughter Sai and son-in-law Shakti Anand. MMW pays sincere tribute to his departed soul.