Film on Freedom Fighter Rajguru
The legendary Marathi revolutionary freedom fighter- Shivram Hari Shivguru, who fought against the Britishers for India’s independence and was hanged along with Shaheed Bhagatsingh will now be seen in a film Marathi film ‘Krantiveer Rajguru‘.
Made by Ashok Kamle, the film is releasing on Oct -22. The film made under the banner of ‘Shree Bhavani Chitra Combines’ and produced by Shreyas Kamle and Rajendra Kamle stars Chinmay Mandlekar as ‘Rajguru’.The film also stars Pankaj Vishnu, Suhasini Muley and Vilas Chavan.
‘Mee Mann Ani Dhruv’ releasing on Oct 1st
Aditi Deshpande, known for her brilliant roles in films like ‘Not Only Mrs.Raut’, ‘Jogwa’ and ‘MaayBaap’, makes her directorial debut with the film ‘Mee Mann Ani Dhruv’ releasing on Oct 1.
The story is by Ranjit aka Mahendra Agashe, a hospitality industry executive, who makes his debut in the film as a journalist married to a career minded wife played by Ketaki Thatte who after their son Dhruvv (Dhruvv) is three years old wants to return back to a job but has to face stiff opposition from her conservative husband, who wants his wife to be a complete homemaker.
Ultimately, it leads to a divorce with legal battle and the rest of the film is based on these divorce proceedings. The director and the writer want to highlight the present syndrome of high divorce rates in nuclear families, especially in metro cities. Satish Pulekar too plays an important role.
The film has two songs composed by Hrishikesh Kamerkar, who has also sung the songs which will be in the background soundtrack. The DOP is veteran Chandrashekar Ayyer. The lyrics are by Ashok Bagwe and dialogues by Amol Shetge. The editor is Amit Pawar and art direction by Sunil More. The film is produced by Aditi’s mother Sarita Moulgand.
‘Amar Prem’ begins on Zee Marathi
New arrival on Zee Marathi Channel, is a bittersweet tale of two culturally divergent families . After all, love does have a strange knack of blossoming between two souls. But, what happens when the two bipolar opposites fall in love also happen to hail from two very different worlds, with very little in common? And, this is what is termed as ‘Amar Prem’. It is the story of two people in love, separated by the boundaries of religion.
This sensitive story deals with the trials and tribulations of a Muslim girl in love with a Hindu boy and her quest for her identity. In short, ‘Amar Prem’ is Amruta’s story, who is a simple girl who values her family more than anything. She is all set to become a psychologist, when fate brings her face to face with Satyajit – the boy, who her parents have selected for her younger sister, Suruchi.
Satyajit, instantly falls for Amruta but she doesn’t encourage him in any way. Amruta finally confesses her feelings for Satyajit, after a lot of push and support from Suruchi. But this is just the beginning of her woes. Not only does her mother oppose this relation in every way she can but she also reveals a secret from the past that shatters Amruta’s world.
Amruta sets out to find meaning in her seemingly pointless life. Satyajit and Suruchi stand by her in this difficult phase. What remains to be seen is whether Amruta will face the harsh reality or will she surrender to it and give up on the world that she has so fiercely protected.
‘Amar Prem ‘ begins on Zee Marathi at 9:00 PM every Monday to Friday, from 27th September.
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.