छगन भुजबळ यांच्या हस्ते ‘जिंदगानी’ चित्रपटाच्या पोस्टरचे अनावरण
नाशिक येथे चालू असलेल्या ९४व्या अखिल भारतीय मराठी साहित्य संमेलनात सन्माननीय कॅबिनेट मंत्री छगन भुजबळ यांच्या हस्ते ‘जिंदगानी’ या सामाजिक विषयावर आधारित आगामी चित्रपटाच्या पोस्टरचे अनावरण करण्यात आले. ‘जिंदगानी’ या चित्रपटाचं लेखन, दिग्दर्शन विनायक साळवे यांनी केले असून, निर्मिती सुनीता शिंदे यांनी नर्मदा सिनेव्हिजन्स या निर्मिती संस्थे मार्फत केली आहे. चित्रपटाने अनेक आंतरराष्ट्रीय आणि राष्ट्रीय चित्रपट महोत्सवात पुरस्कार मिळवले असून, आपल्या मातीतील प्रेक्षकांनाही तो आवडेल असा विश्वास निर्मात्यानी व्यक्त केलाय.
पोस्टर अनावरण सोहळ्यात छगन भुजबळ म्हणाले की, “नाशिकचे स्थानिक कलाकार आणि येथीलच तंत्रज्ञ यांच्या सहकार्याने या चित्रपटाची निर्मिती झाली असून त्याचा गौरव करण्यासाठी हा चित्रपट थिएटर मध्ये जाऊन सगळ्यांनी नक्की बघायला हवा”.
चित्रपटात प्रमुख भूमिकेत प्रयोगशील नट म्हणून ओळखले जाणारे शशांक शेंडे तर नवोदित अभिनेत्री वैष्णवी शिंदे हे कलाकार आहेत. त्यांच्या जोडीला सविता हांडे, सुष्मा सिनलकर, स्मिता प्रभू, सायली पाटील, अभिनेते विनायक साळवे, प्रदिप नवले, गणेश सोनवणे, प्रथमेश जाधव, रवि साळवे, सागर कोरडे, संजय बोरकर, दिपक तावरे, पांडुरंग भारती हे कलाकार आपल्याला दिसणार आहेत. विजय गवंडे यांनी चित्रपटातील गाणी संगीतबद्ध केलेली आहेत. तर चित्रपटातील गाणी अजय गोगावले, आदर्श शिंदे, बेला शेंडे, राधिका अत्रे, अमिता घुगरी यांच्या सुरमधुर स्वरांनी स्वरबद्ध करण्यात आली आहेत.
येत्या ११ फेब्रुवारीला हा चित्रपट संपूर्ण महाराष्ट्रात प्रदर्शित होत आहे.
Actor Mangesh Desai begins his second innings as a Producer
After establishing himself as an actor in all the three mediums of entertainment namely, Stage, television and feature films, Actor Mangesh Desai is all set to begin his second innings as a Film producer. Every actor has a dream to produce his own film but not all of them succeed in fulfilling their dream. Recently, after announcing his production company Sahil Motion, Mangesh had conducted selection trial for his film in Thane and it received an overwhelming response, with three different halls.
Speaking about his own production, Mangesh says, “After having performed as an actor, I wanted to attempt something new and hence I decided to produce this film. Like acting, producing a film is also equally challenging. Till now, I have sincerely acted portraying various types of characters and now I would like to apply the same sincerity to my new role as a producer.”
Till now, not much has been disclosed about this film, but the details will be revealed soon.
Sai Tamhankar among the Top 10 Stars of IMDB’s Best of 2021
Internet Movie Database ( IMDB) recently declared their list of Top 10 Breakout stars of Indian films and web series 2021. In this list Marathi actress Sai Tamhankar finds her name. This is a big honour for this talented actress. Sai had recently performed variety of characters through three different language presentations like ‘Samantar’, ‘Navrasa’ and ‘Mimi’. And her performances enabled her to be considered in this list of IMDB’s Top 10.
Speaking about her achievement, Sai says,” ‘IMDB is a Global platform. They look at the performances from the artistic angle in such global cinemas and web series, with no language barrier. To be considered by them for this honour is a proud moment for me. I am extremely happy about it.”
‘Luckdown’ to be released on 28th January 2022
It seems that some Marathi film makers have preferred the ‘Wait n Watch’ policy during the month of December and have taken a decision to release their films during the new year 2022. One such film is ‘Luckdown … Be Positive (लकडाऊन)’ and makers of this film Sharad Sonavane, Ajit Sonpaatki and Sagar Fulpagar have announced the release date of their film on 28th January 2022.
Directed by Santosh Manjrekar, this fun filled film based on marriage preparations set on the backdrop of lockdown period, stars Ankush Choudhari and Prajakta Mali in the lead roles. Story of this film is written by Ravindra Mathadhikari and the entire film shooting has taken place at Fort Shivneri, Junnar. Music of this film is composed by Avinash Vishwajeet while Paresh Manjrekar has done the editing. Sound recording is by Abhijaat Deo and choreography is by Phulwa Khamkar.
Amruta Fadnavis records a song for new Marathi film
Singer Amruta Fadnavis, social activist, banker & wife of former chief minister of Maharashtra Mr. Devendra Fadnavis recorded a song in her melodious voice for forthcoming Marathi film ‘Foreign Returned & Well Settled’ . The song titled ‘Jya Maativar Janma Aapla, Toch Aapla Desh…’ is penned by lyricist Shrikrishna Raut and music director Dinesh Arjuna has composed it.
Speaking on this occasion, Amrutaji said, “The song penned by the lyricist catches your heart-strings instantly and the song Jya Maativar Janma Aapla Toch Apala Desh… is enough to trigger patriotic thoughts in your mind and heart. Further the words Nakos Visaru Pardesi Tu Kadhi Apala Desh… will at once remind those who stay away from our country and our roots. There is no doubt at all that this inspiring song composed by Dineshji will prevail for a long time in the hearts of each and every listener as it reflects the thoughts in every mind and triggers patriotic thoughts too. I feel this is the most appropriate song for the title song of the film Foreign Returned & Well Settled. The title song was recorded for the film before this song was recorded”.
Besides producing this film, Parag Bhavsar will also write and direct the film. Reacting on this song, Mr. Bhavsar said, “Since this one is the most important song of the film, it will prove to be the turning point of the film. For this song which will make you feel the goosebumps, we needed a voice which is sweet and melodious to the core and the only name that we could think of, who could do justice to the song was Amruta Fadanvis. Since she had worked a lot on the song, the song will reach each and every listener’s hearts with the way it has been rendered by Amruta Fadanvis. I am sure and there is absolutely no doubt at all that the day the song is released, it will be lauded by the audiences”.
Sanjay Navagire has written the screenplay as well as the dialogues for this film. The wellknown cameraman Mahesh Aaney is cranking the camera, while Rahul Bhatankar is the editor of the film. Sadashiv Chavan will handle the work of production. Right now, the star cast of this film is being finalized.
New Marathi film ‘Faas’ talks about the life of farmers
Marathi films have been inviting all the attention at various international film festivals, for handling many social issues connected with people from different sectors. India being the country predominantly represented by farmers, their issues are very important. New Marathi film ‘Faas (फास)’ talks about the life of those farmers and speaks about the alarming increase in the rate of suicides by farmers. This film which has won about 150 awards at various international film festivals will be released on 4th February 2022.
Maheshwari Patil Chakurkar has made this film under the banner of Maa Entertainment and is Directed by Avinash Kolte. The film has already won appreciation at the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes as well as the festivals organised in neighbouring counties like Japan, Paris besides Noida and Rajasthan in India.
Upendra Limaye, Sayaji Shinde, Kamlesh Sawant, Pallavi Palkar, Ganesh Chandanshive, Navdev Patil, Nilesh Bade, Dhyanesh Undagavkar, Umesh Rajhans, Sharad Kakade, Ishwar More, Pawan Vaidya, Vinay Joshi, Deva Pandey, Pooja Tayade, Tejaswini, Madhuri Bharati and Shrutika Londhe have played prominent roles in the film.
Story, dialogues of ‘Faas’ are written by Maheshwari Patil Chakurkar, while Avinash Kolte has penned the screenplay for the film. Ramani Ranjan Das has cranked the camera as the DOP of the film while Apoorva Motiwale and Aashish Mhatre have edited the film. Santosh Samudre has done the art direction while music director Allen K.P has composed the songs written by lyricist Amol Deshmukh.
Planet Marathi make their presence felt at Expo 2020 Dubai, UAE
Maharashtra Government, Cultural Department have organised Expo 2020 Dubai, UAE, between 19th November to 26th November. On this occasion in the Indian Pavilion, the first Marathi OTT platform Planet Marathi made its presence felt, with teaser launch of their web series ‘Sahela Re’ and organising premiere show of their film ‘Goshta Eka Paithanichi’.
This was well received with the presence of Maharashtra Cultural Minister Amit Deshmukh and other dignitaries like IAS Shri Saurabh Vijay, IAS Kailash Pagare and IAS Shri Kumar Khaire. Speaking on this occasion Mr. Deshmukh was all praise for the efforts taken by Planet Marathi for offering quality content and wished them all the best for future progress. Planet Marathi which has the support of Vitas Media Capital Co. to reach out to worldwide audience also received the ‘Achievers Award’ on this occasion. Mr. Bardapurkar chief of Planet Marathi seemed to be very happy with this latest achievement of Planet Marathi.
‘Free Hit Danka’ to be released on 17th December
Cricket is considered to be the religion of our country and therefore a film on this subject, certainly invites all the attention. From young to old, everybody is crazy about this game. Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Free Hit Danka’ is based on the subject of cricket, which is written and directed by Sunil Magare on the backdrop of a village. Recently, the teaser of this film was unveiled on social media, where we find ‘Fandry’ fame actor Somnath Avghade playing his strokes.
According to the makers of this film, this film presents the struggle experienced in the game of cricket, besides the enthusiasm , various strategies and toughness of village level players . The cricket match played between two villages out of the rivalry between the two leaders is the highlight of this film. This film is produced by Akash Alka Bapu Thombre, Meghnath Gurunath Sorkhade, and Sunil Magare Besides Somnath Avaghade, the film also stars Apoorva S , ‘Sairat fame artistes Arbaaz, Tanaji, Suresh Vishwakarma, Anil Nagarkar, Ganesh Deshmukh in lead roles.
Makers of ‘Jhimma’ arrange special show for Team ‘Pandu’
Makers of much talked about Marathi film ‘Jhimma’ recently organised a special show of their film, inviting the entire team of the film ‘Pandu‘ which is made by Zee Studios. This was a fine gesture on the part of makers of ‘Jhimma’ and the team of ‘Pandu’ also reciprocated well by appreciating the film ‘Jhimma’ on this occasion. The coming together of two teams has clearly shown that there is no business rivalry between Marathi film makers, as far as the film business is concerned.
Director of ‘Jhimma’ Mr. Hemant Dhome who spoke on this occasion, said “This is the best example to display cordial relationship that exists among different producers in Marathi film industry, unlike Hindi film industry. Zee Studios have always stood behind Marathi cinema . With their timely support, we are gratified. After a long period of lockdown, we all are noticing a positive change with the new journey experienced by us with support expected from audience at cinema halls.” Multi starrer ’Jhimma’ is releasing today all over Maharashtra, while ‘Pandu’ will be released on 3rd December 2021.
‘Ek Number’ to release on 28th January 2022
The race for release of their films is already on among the film producers. But, some film makers have preferred to release their films in the new year 2022. We are already aware that Milind Kavde directed new Marathi film ‘Ek Number’ has become a talk of the social media viewers, ever since the bold poster of this film was released. Now, the makers of this film have announced the release date of this film in the new year i.e. 28th January 2022.
Produced by Mahesh Shivaji Dhumal, Jitendra Shivaji Dhumal and Milind Kavde under the banner of Dhumal Productions in collaboration with Out of The Box Films, there are big expectations from this film on the lines of ‘Takatak’, which was also directed by Milind Kavde. While the story and the screenplay of ‘Ek Number ‘has been penned by Milind Kavde, the dialogues for the film have been written by Sanjay Navgire.
Talking about his film Ek Number, Milind Kavde states, “With this film, I have been able to come up with a film like Ek Number with money back guarantee once again. The characters in the film will trigger fond memories of people they know in their day to day life among all kinds of viewers, whether they are old or young and I guarantee that they will be able to relate easily with them.”
Milind Kavde also is confident that the film will be appreciated by the viewers for its positive and hope filled plot coupled with melodious songs and soothing music. Once again Prathamesh Parab is playing the main lead in this Milind Kavde film, whil