Gracy Sing in Marathi film!
Actors Milind Gawli and Neelam Shirke launched their first production ‘Model! Pan Vaknar Nahi’ at Kohinoor Hotel, Prabhadevi recently. The film made under the banner of ‘Mithaswami Creations’ and ‘Siddhi Film Creations’. The mahurat was performed at the hands of veteran artiste Sulochanadidi at the Siddhivinayak Mandir. The film is directed by actor Milind Gawli and stars Milind Gawli, Neelam Shirke, Mohan Joshi, Anand Abhyankar, Savita Malpekar, Chetan Dalvi, Suhas Bhalekar, etc and Hindi Heroine Gracy Singh in an important role. The film is produced by Sunil Atkari, Haresh Mehta, Sanjay Date, Dr. Mahendra Shinde,. The film is written by Raghunandan Barve.
At the glittering function eminent guests like choreographer Subal Sarkar who “praised the hardworking Milind and the pains he took to learn dance from Subalda’. Sulochanadidi blessed the entire cast and crew of the film . Suhas Bhalekar warned ‘Milind and Neelam’ to be careful of unwarranted problems during the making of the film”. Milind Gawli said that “It was the dream of his mother to make a film but she was not here to witness her dream coming true”.
Neelam thanked all those present and her friends like Sulekha Talwalkar, Charusheela Sable, Meena Naik, for gracing the event. Actor Sameera Gurjar anchored the event. The film goes on the floor in November and will be shot in Mumbai, Sholapur, Kolhapur, etc.
‘Canvas’ offers a thriller filled with suspense.
After the success of ‘Dombivali Fast’ producers Sameer Gaikwad and Ramakant Gaikwad are now getting ready with their new suspense filled thriller ‘Canvas’. Made under the banner of ‘Swadeshi Entertainment’, ‘Canvas’ will be officially released in Mumbai and Pune on 30th October 2009. On Tuesday 20th October the makers of ‘Canvas’ officially announced the release date of their film in the presence of the entire film unit, at Kohinoor Hotel , Prabhadevi, Mumbai.
The function began with a promo followed by questions posed by Smita Gawankar the host of the show, to the main artistes and directors of the film. Though Abhijit Satam was willing to talk about the plot, his co-artiste Madhura Velankar suggested him not to reveal much about the film. “ We want you all to come and enjoy the film and suspense in the theatres,” she appealed to the audience mainly comprising of media persons present there. Producer Sameer stated that he liked the script presented to him by director duo- Shivadarshan Sable and Amit Surve and later decided to go ahead with the project.
All the artistes who spoke on the occasion seemed to be very confident about the success of the film. When asked whether the film’s script writers was inspired by popular TV serial ‘CID’ and the hit action film ‘Bindhast’, the writer- director duo stated that it was not so. Every film and popular serial is having its own success formula. Our film is not inspired by any of them. We have offered something different.” One of the lead actors Sameer Dharmadhikari was not present but all others shared their views about the film.
The film has dealt with a theme of a serial killer who begins with a brutal murder of a respectable citizen followed by series of unsolved murders creating panic in the city. The murderer is an extremely intelligent person, who leaves no proof behind, except for a ‘Canvas’ that is found near the corpse. ‘Canvas’ is the story of a duty bound Police officer, his wife Dr. Anjali. The makers are confident that the film will hold the audience to their seats from start to finish.
The film’s star cast comprises of Sameer Dharmadhikari, Madhura Velankar, Vijay Kenkre, Abhijit satam, Sunil Deo, Pratap Phad, Sulekha Talwalkar, Shrirang Deshmukh & Aklshay Pendse. With cinematography by Raja Phadtare, the background music of the suspense filled thriller is provided by Rohan Pradhan & Shivadarshan.
Kishori Shahane-Vij’s New Film Launched
Eminent heroine Kishori Shahane-Vij launched her new film ‘Aikaa Dajiba’ at Ajivasan Recording Studio with a song recording in the voice of Vaishali Samant composed by Avdhoot Gupte. The film marks the Marathi directorial debut of Hindi film director Deepak Balraj Vij who has hits like ‘Jaan Tere Naam’, ‘Stuntman’, ‘Saibaba’ etc. Deepak is Kishori’s husband and has a forthcoming film on ‘Sai Baba’ with Jackie Shroff playing the lead role.
The film is a romantic comedy made under the banner of ‘OM THE MANTRA PRODUCTIONS’ and stars Ashok Saraf, Kishori Shahane-Vij, Mukta Barve, Prasad Oak, Priya Bapat, Rupesh Patole, Vinay Yedekar, Ravindra Berde, Kishori Ambiye, Narendra Bedi, Anand Balraj, and Shakti Kapoor in a Marathi film for the first time. The film is written by Ashok Patole, cinematography by Manish Bhatt, editing by Deepak Kotalgi, art by Ramesh Surve.
The film is presented by Kiah Jewellery. The film is set for an early release next year.
Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna to produce a Marathi film!
Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna who is known for his portrayals like ‘Shaktimaan’ and ‘Bheeshma Pitamaah’ is venturing into Marathi film production .The film titled ‘Ardha Gangu Ardha Gondya’ produced by Ved Khanna under their banner of ‘Rishi Raj’ Productions.The film is directed by former childstar Junior Mehmood who has earlier directed films like ‘Maskari’, etc .
The film is about Dada Kondke lookalike who wants to be a star like Govinda. The rest of the cast includes Dev Anand lookalike Kishore B hanushali, Anil Kapoor’s duplicate, Vijoo Khote, Ravindra Berde, Jayshree T etc.The film is being shot in Mumbai and Kolhapur.The music is by Ram Laxman an d Lyrics by Anant Jadhav.The story screenplay is by Pravin Bhagat.
Mukesh Khanna says, “I want to give back something to the Maharashtrian soil which has given me name and fame. That’s the reason why I am producing this Marathi movie”. Mukesh also plays a leading role in the film. A schedule was recently completed at a bungalow in Madh.
Action- Thriller ‘Gaiir’ set to hit theaters after Diwali
Marathi cinema which is growing day by day with improved technology almost at par with Hindi Cinema, is now coming up with a new thriller with the name of ‘Gaiir’. This Movie is well equipped with modern technology and latest methodology of picturisation. Sanjay Godwat group under Kruti picture banner is presenting this movie. ‘Gaiir’ is produced by Santosh Navale , Hashmukh Hirani and G .Prashant and is directed by Satish Rajwade.
To update the net savvy viewers, the website of this movie was launched by renowned director S. Ramanathan who has been the director for hindi cinemas and offered good movies like ‘Bombay to Goa’, ‘Sabse Bada Rupaiya’ and ‘Mahan’. ‘Gaiir’ stars Sandeep Kulkarni , Ankush Chawdary and Amrita Khanwilkar in key roles , while Tejaswini Pandit, Uday Tikekar, Vidhyadhar Joshi, Ela Bhate, Amita Kopkar, Mahesh Joshi and Sandeep Pathak are in the supporting cast of the movie.
This movie stands in competition with any action packed Hindi movie for having a good action and thriller part. required to attract the audience. The story of this film is written by Parag Kulkarni and Shirish Rajwade while dialogue are written by Parag Kulkarni. Songs are penned by Shriran Godbole while music is composed by Vishwajeet- Avinash. Cinematography of ‘Gaiir’ is handled by Suresh Deshmane and choreography by Umesh Jadhav and Rajesh Bidhave, while Mahesh Salgaonkar is the art director of the film.
‘Gaiir’ is set to hit theaters soon after Diwali.
MMW wishes the whole team of ‘Gaiir’ a grand success
Lata Mangeshkar & Padmabhushan Pandit Jasraj together
Producer Sarang Deo & Jeet Singh, under the banner of ‘Legend Movies International’ producing the film ‘Aai Tuza Ashirwad’ to be directed by Madhura Pandit Jasraj. This maiden project’s launch was done by song recording of the film at Swarlata Studios. The songs were sung by Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar & Padmabhushan Pandit Jasraj.
For the first time Lata Mangeshkar & Padmabhushan Pandit Jasraj have come together on this maiden project. The other songs are sung by famous singers like Suresh Wadkar, Ishawari Pandit & Jitendra Joshi. Music Director Mayuresh Pai has composed music for all the songs in the film. The melodious Aarti in the film ‘Om Nam o Sukhdayani’ is sung by Lata Mangeshkar – Pandit Jasraj & Suresh Wadkar. Another folk song ‘Surya Dev Jaga zalla’ is sung & composed by Jitendra Joshi himself. Famous lavani singer Shakuntala Jadhav has lend her voice for the lavani ‘tumcha manta tasli’ in the film. Ishwari Pandit & Mekhala Khadilkar have sung a wedding song ‘Dada Maaza’. There is a Bhajan & Kawali also in the film.
Top of the line, star cast includes Arunn Nalawade, Milind Gavli, Durga Pandit Jasraj, Sharad Ponshe, Dilip Pansare, Vimal Mahatre, Vidya Patwardhan, Rekha Bade, Kamalaknat Surve, Prasad Dani, and with almost every known face in this film. The Mahurat shot of the film is scheduled for on 4th sept 09 at the famous Mahalakshmi Temple in Kolhapur at 7 am in the morning, Pandit Jasraj, Madhura Jasraj, Sarand Deo, Jeet Singh and other star cast will be present at the Mahurat.
‘Mata Ekvira Navsala Pavli’ to be release
The much revered diety of Kolis, Agris, is a popular goddess and now comes a film on this goddess powers.The story is of a rich man’s son whose marriage is not happening and the rich man’s daughter is barren in spite of being married for two years. That’s the reason for their being ridiculed in society.
At this point of time a family friend who is an ardent devotee of the goddess asks the unhappy family to pray to the goddess and seek her blessings. After their prayers a miracle happens and all their problems get solved happily.
The film produced by ‘Goverdhan Chitra’ and producer Goverdhan Chango Bhagat.The film is written and directed by Dinanath Redkar and stars Kranti Redkar, Ramesh Bhatkar,Mohan Joshi, Sameer Dharmadhikari, Amita Khopkar, Priya Arun, Jhanvi Phanshikar, Ujjwala Jog, Sushant Shelar, Pari Telang, etc. The cinematography is by Charudutt Dukhande and editing by Faisal Khan and choreography by Narendra Pandit. The film releases at Bharatmata, Sharad,Ganesh and other theaters in Mumbai.
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‘Gabhricha Paus’ finds new audience in US
After having full house shows in Seattle and Vancouver, Prashant Pethe’s sensational film ‘Gabhricha Paus’ -The Damned Rain is all set to release in Los Angeles on Friday 9th October 2009. Mr. Prashnat has already appealed to all Marathi film lovers across LA or close by to watch the movie and all those who have friends in LA, to spread the word about its release. Indeed, Mr. Prashant has found audience in US to watch the plight of Indian farmer and his living conditions. The film has already receivsed a good response in Maharashtra.
International Acclaim for Sandeep Kulkarni !
Popular star of Marathi films, Sandeep Kulkarni, known for his award winning performances in films like ‘Shwas’, ‘Dombivli Fast’, ‘Bedhund’, etc has been honoured with the Best Actor Award for his film ‘Ek Daav Sansaracha’ at the Nigerian Film Festival 2009. It is Sandeep’s first international award although the film has won accolades in international film festivals in Pune,London, Kolkata, etc. The film stars Sarika Nilatkar and is directed by Sanjay Surkar. Congratulations Sandeep!
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Two Marathi plays at Prithvi Theatre
Since 1978, ‘Prithvi theatre’ has been doing a commendable job encouraging new talents, by permitting new theatre groups to rehearse and perform at their premises. Actor Shashi Kapoor as the Managing Trustee and his daughter Sanjana Kapoor in the capacity of the Director of ‘Prithvi Theatre’ are doing selfless service, to help preserve the theatre activity. And that was the dream of late Prithviraj Kapoor. Every year they have been hosting various festivals to allow healthy competition among various dedicated theatre lovers.
In 1999, Theatre Group of Mumbai ( TG) approached Q Theatre Productions ( QTP) to showcase younger theatre Groups and that’s how Thespo was created. This year Thespo will be celebrating its 11th edition and as part of their celebration on 6th and 7th of October 2009, two marathi plays will be staged. Both the plays have won the honours during the past editions of Thespo and hence invite a special attention.
On 6th it will be ‘Baby’ starring Preti Rajwade, Prasad Modak, Madan Chaphekar& Pritesh Sodha. This play is based on Vijay Tendulkar’s hard hitting story about a woman’s fight against injustice. Directed Pritesh Sodha by play will have two shows at 7 pm and 9.30 pm. On 7th it will be the turn of Natak Company’s ‘Dalan’ starring Amey Wagh, Aalok Rajwade, Dipti Bawiskar, Amruta Bhagwat, Saurabh Daftardar & Amol Gokhale. Based on the story of D.M. Mirasdar it is directed by Nipun Dharmadhikari.
This play will be presented in two shows one after the other at 6.30 pm and 9.30 pm.