‘Anya’ movie trailer launched; to be released on 10th June
Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Anya’, which is also to be made in Hindi, has raised the curiosity of film lovers. Moreover, the trailer of this film has also been released has been well received, with the announcement of release date of this film as 10th June 2022. Produced by Shelna K. And Simmy co-produced ‘Anya’ with Capitalwoods under the banner of Initiative Films. This film won two awards, Best Film at the Alvsbyn Film Festival in Sweden, Best First Time Director, and Best Picture at the Falcon International Film Festival (May Edition) in London.
Directed by by Simmy Joseph, a renowned director of South Film Industry; this film has received well appreciated reviews at the Global Indian International Film Festival as well as at the Toronto Independent Festival. At first sight, after watching the trailer, one realizes that this film is telling the story of a good ‘Anya’. It is seen in the trailer that it touches on the important issues of today such as espionage, truthfulness, sex trafficking, child labour, orphanage, farmer suicides, etc. According to the makers, the film is based on true events and sheds light on human trafficking. An attempt has been made to present the bitter reality and frightening truth of the society on the basis of a documentary.
Director Simmy Joseph has also written this film and the dialogues are penned by Mahendra Patil. Atul Kulkarni, Raima Sen, Yashpal Sharma, Govind Namdev, Prathamesh Parab, Tejashree Pradhan, Bhushan Pradhan, Krutika Deo, Sunil Tawde will be seen in important roles in this film. Dr. Sagar and Sajeev Sarathi has written songs for Hindi cinema, while Prashant Jamdar for Marathi. Composer Vipin Patwa along with Raam Naath, Rishi S. And Krishna Raaj has composed the music for these songs. Background music is provided by Rohit Kulkarni and cinematography is done by Sajjan Kalathil. Costume design by Neelam Sehtya, choreography by Sabha Mayuri and compilation by Thanuj.
Film on Savarkar ‘Kaaljayee Savarkar’
Vivek Samuh which made an excellent documentary ‘Durdamya Lokmanya (दुर्दम्य लोकमान्य)’ unfolding the life of great freedom fighter of India Lokmany Tilak, are now making a short film on the life of another great fighter from Maharashtra Swatantryaveer Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. Poster of this short film suitably titled ‘Kaljayee Savarkar (कालजयी सावरकर )’ was released recently. Incidentally, the special screening of their first film ‘Durdamya Lokmanya’ has been arranged on 31st May 2022 at Film’s Division, at Pedder Road .
Renowned personality from Advertising world Gopi Kukde has taken the responsibility of directing this film on ‘Veer Savarkar’. Actress and writer Sameera Gujar has written the script of this film along with Amogh Ponkshe with research work by Akshay Jog. There is no disclosure about the artistes who will be performing in this film, but there is a curiosity to know as to who will play the role of Veer Savarkar ?
‘Bunny’ takes the first step at Cannes Platform
There are various ways tried by our film makers to reach out to their audience, whether it is in our country or worldwide, to popularise their film.Producer Shanker Dhuri and director Nilesh Upadhye used their own ideas to promote their Marathi film ‘Bunny’ at the 75th Cannes International Film Festival. They used this platform very well at the India Pavilion.
When the poster and first look of this film was released, they saw a very good response from the visitors, who clicked their photos and selfies in front of their film’s poster at the India Pavilion. Overwhelmed by this response, director Nilesh Upadhye who was present there, expressed his happiness and hoped that his film received more response from the audience, when their film is released in theatres. One thing is sure that their campaign at Cannes has worked very well.
A crow named ‘Martin’ is doing the promotion of the film ‘Funeral’
Ever since the poster of Marathi film ‘Funeral (फनरल)’ was launched in a crematorium, this film has been in the news. Now, this film is the topic of discussion for its unique promotion at different film festivals, including IFFI, for using a huge crow who is named ‘Martin’ in this film.
The film gives a valid message through its unusual tagline ‘Jagu Anande Nighu Anande’ which says a lot about living happily and departing happily. This film has been made by little known young film makers pair comprising of Producer and script writer Ramesh Dighe and director Vivek Dube. Crow, which is considered to be inauspicious among other birds in our religion, is presented as an important character in this film, with whom the lead character of Aroh Velankar communicates.
In short, the film makers have tried to explain the importance of a crow, during the 10th day of the post death rituals; when people are eager to feed the crow. This film starring Aroh Velankar, Tanvi Barve, Sambhaji Bhagat, Prema Sakhardande, Vijay Kenkre is now all set to release on 10th June 2022 .
‘mee vasantrao’ celebrates 50 days run in theatres
Marathi film ‘Mee Vasntaro’ a presentation by Jio Studios has completed 50 days run in theatres besides collecting a good amount in Crores at the box office. But, more than that this film has received appreciation from many renowned personalities, which is the biggest achievement by the makers of this film and director Nipun Dharmadhikari.
Popular actor Nana Patekar has praised actor Rahul for portraying Vasantrao with perfection, making this a best film, while actor Makarand Deshpande has appreciated the rich culture presented through this film. Well Known scientist Padmavibhushan Raghunath Malshekar after watching this film reacted, “ This film has inspired me to work for another twenty years. This is just not a film but there are many things to learn from this film.”
Positive response and appreciation has also come from renowned Marathi film personalities like Rajesh Mapuskar, Shankar mahadevan, Avadhoot Gupte, Kedar Shinde, Sachin Khedekar, Aditya Sarpotdar, Ravi Jadhav, Renuka Shahane, Ashwini Bhave, Ankush Choudhari, Swapnil Bandodkar, Vaidehi parshurami, and Geetanjali Kulkarni.
शंकर महाराज यांच्या जीवनकार्यावर आधारित नवी मालिका ‘योगयोगेश्वर जय शंकर (Yogyogeshwar Jai Shankar)’
शिरीष लाटकर लिखित “योगयोगेश्वर जय शंकर (Yogyogeshwar Jai Shankar)“ ही नवी मालिका कलर्स मराठीवर ३० मेपासून सुरू होत आहे. मैं कैलाश का रहने वाला हू,मेरा नाम है शंकर असं बोलत ज्यांनी अनेक पीडितांच्या दु:खांचे निवारण केले, ज्यांचा भक्तसमुदाय संपूर्ण जगात विखुरलेला आहे, महादेवाचा अंश जे आहेत, असे असंख्य भक्तांचे कैवारी, त्रिलोकी आहे ज्यांची कीर्ती संतवर्य योगीराज, सद्गुरू राजाधिराज ‘शंकर महाराज’. एक सिद्ध आणि अवलिया सत्पुरुष शंकर महाराज यांच्या जीवनकार्यावर कलर्स मराठी घेऊन येत आहे.
या मालिकेमध्ये आरुष बेडेकर (Aarush Bedekar) हा बाल शंकर महाराजांची भूमिका साकारणार आहे. शंकर महाराज्यांच्या आईची भूमिका आपल्या सगळ्यांची लाडकी उमा पेंढारकर (Uma Pendharkar) साकारणार आहे. तर, वडिलांची (चिमणाजी) भूमिका अतुल आगलावे (Atul Aagalave) साकारणार आहेत.
वेश घेतला बावळा, अंतरी शुद्ध ज्ञानकळा ऐसा सदगुरू लाघवी, नाना रंगी जन खेळवी…शंकर महाराज यांचा बालपणापासून ते महानिर्वाणापर्यंतचा प्रवास ‘योगयोगेश्वर जय शंकर’ या मालिकेत बघायला मिळणार आहे. तेव्हा नक्की बघा सत्पुरुषाच्या मंगल चरित्राचा आरंभ – ३० मेपासून संध्या ७.०० वा. कलर्स मराठीवर.
Sanjay Mone grabs all the attention on Marathi television
As an actor he has already established himself in all the three forms of entertainment i.e. stage, television and films. Moreover, as a script writer also he has received recognition. We are talking about Sanjay Mone (संजय मोने ), who has already written many plays. Sanjay will be celebrating his 62nd birthday on 21st May 2022 . And he has a reason to celebrate it in a big way.
Incidentally, Sanjay’s Marathi film ‘Godavari’ is being screened at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. He has also organised his Mango festival on 21st and 22nd May at Vanita Samaj Hall, Dadar. And , he is going to receive many of his new well wishers there. The reason being simple. Sanjay, who recently made his entry into the most popular Police detective serial ‘Tumchi Mulgi Kaay Karte?’ has grabbed all the attention. He has become so popular, while playing that important role of lead actress Madhura’s missing father.
In this role Sanjay has shown his versatility, through this character. The director and screenplay writer has also given him plenty of scope to extract the best out of him. And, Sajay has given full justice while portraying his character in his own style, to entertain the home viewers.
Jitendra Joshi wins best actor award at NYIFF, USA
Versatile Marathi actor Jitendra Joshi is in the news. He has won Best actor’s award for the film ‘Godavari (गोदावरी)’ at the New York Indian Film Festival ( NYIFF) 2022. ‘Godavari’ is Jio Studios presented Marathi film , which is produced by Blue Drop Films and Jitendra Joshi Pictures. This film has already earned a name at different national and international film festivals , wherever it was screened.
Directed by Nikhil Mahajan, this film will now be screened among the five films at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival . Speaking about his film director Nikhil Mahajan said, “I am glad that Jitendra was selected for the best actor’s award at NYIFF. This film was completed in 17 days.” The film stars Jitendra Joshi, Vikram Gokhale, Neena Kulkarni, Sanjay Mone, Priyadarshan Jadhav, Gauri Nalavade in lead roles.
New Web Series ‘RaanBaazaar’ to release on 20th May
After directing popular Marathi films like ‘Rege’ and ‘Thackeray’, Abhijit Panse is now ready with his new Marathi web series ‘RaanBaazaar (रानबाजार)’ which will be released on OTT platform on 20th May 2022. Produced by Planet Marathi , A Vistas Media Capital Company , recently the teaser of this web series had generated a lot of curiosity. Today, the trailer of this series will be out and it is clear that two top Marathi actresses Tejaswini Pandit and Prajakta Mali are playing the lead roles. 
Namrata Gaikwad, Prajataka Mali, Urmila Kanitkar Kothare, Tejaswini Panadit, Raanbazaar web series, Madhuri Pawar, Anant Jog
According to Planet Marathi OTT Chief Akshay Bardapurkar, this web series which will be a political thriller, will offer action filled content with the support of renowned artistes, who are part of this film. Mr. Bardapurkar has full confidence in the work of Abhijit Panse and feels that he has done full justice to his work as a creative director.
Marathi film ‘Y’ has created a lot of curiosity
Ever since its official announcement, forthcoming Marathi film ‘Y’ has created a lot of curiosity among film lovers about its unique title. Now, actress Mukta Barve has posted her own photo carrying the big printed letter ‘Y’ on social media. Subsequently, Swapnil Joshi, Neena Kulkarni and Prajakta Mali were also seen displaying the letter ‘Y’ on their posts on social media. All these artistes have shown their support for ‘Y’ and have asked the viewers, whether they also support ‘Y’?
Actor Omkar Govardhan
Now, with the curiosity about this film rising day by day, it is not yet clear whether all these artistes are part of this film or there are others involved with this film. According to Ajit Wadikar director of this film, “There is a lot of struggle behind this letter ‘Y’ and we have made an effort to place it before the audience , who are supporting us a lot.” Actress Mukta Barve says, “ You will come to know the meaning of ‘Y’ through this film. This is not simply a letter, but the fight of a woman to live this life.”