Auto Workshop Manager to promote ‘Jayanti’ on a bicycle
In today’s digital era, when promotion of films is possible with a click of button, the traditional way of promoting a film on a bicycle still holds good. This was witnessed during promotion of Marathi film ‘Jayanti’ (जयंती). Shoeb Bagwan, a workshop manager in an automobile company in Mumbai, came forward to help the makers of ‘Jayanti’. He approached them after taking a month’s leave from his job.
Shoeb was very much impressed with the name of this film and its poster and teaser which was released on social media recently. He felt that this film deserved better publicity and wanted to be part of it. He decided to travel 830 kms distance from Dadar Chaityabhoomi to Nagpur- Deekshabhoomi on a bicycle by taking halt at every village boundary on the way, to explain people about the film. Speaking about the initiative taken by Shoeb, writer- director of this film Shailesh Naravade says, “ If this film can find an enthusiastic admirer before the release of the film, it is a clear indication that the film will receive a good response.” The film is all set to release on 12th November 2021.
Bhushan – Prarthana starrer ‘Ajinkya’ to be released on 19th November
There are many Marathi films, which were supposed to be released last year. However, due to Corona pandemic, they could not be released. One of them is Bhushan Pradhan and Prarthana Behere starrer film ‘Ajinkya’ (अजिंक्य ). Now, with announcement of reopening of theatres, Film ‘Ajinkya’ is all set for release on 19th November 2021. The film is directed by A. Kadir, who has also written the script of this film. This is his debut film as a director and for the first time the lead pair of Bhushan and Prarthana are working together in this film.
This film is produced by a big team producers comprising of Arunkant Shukla, Neeraj Anand, Raghvendra K Bajpayee, Babalal Shaikh, Rahul Londhe and Ved P Sharma while Umesh Narvekar is executive producer. Presented by Luminary Cine World and Exotic Media Pvt. Ltd. Besides Bhushan and Prarthana, this film also stars Uday Tikekar, Arun Nalawade, Ganesh Yadav, Aniket Kelkar, Prasad Javade, Padmanabh Bimb, Triyug Mantri, Vandana Waknis and Pallavi Patil in lead roles.
Neha Mahajan joins as lead actress in Marathi film ‘Babu’
Few days back, we had covered the news about poster launching of new Marathi film ‘Babu’ starring Ankit Mohan in lead role along with Ruchira Jadhav. The action scenes of Ankit in this film had also become viral on social media , soon thereafter, clearly indicating that this will be an action filled film. .Produced by Babu K Bhoir and Directed by Mayur Madhukar Shinde the shooting of this film is presently in progress.
Neha Mahajan
Now, the fresh news is that Neha Mahajan has joined the team of ‘Babu’ as lead actress, besides Ankit and Ruchira. Neha has already impressed with her performances in Marathi, Hindi and English films and therefore her entry into this film , is a big news for her fans. Her new look in this film has also become viral on social media, raising curiosity about her role in this film. But, what type of character she will be playing in this film, has not been disclosed so far. This announcement is expected to be made soon.
Storytel offers thousands of Marathi audiobooks
Now days, there is a rising demand for audio books and keeping this in mind, Storytel have introduced Bumper offers to their listeners. In Select Marathi section, they have offered thousands of Marathi audio books and e books. In short, there is a big collection of Marathi literature in the form of stories, novels, biographies written by renowned writers and new writers.
The priced collections are from writers like P.L. Deshpande, Suhas Shirvalkar, Ratnakar Matkari, Shivaji Sawant, V.S. Khandekar, Bhalchandra Nemade, V.V. Shirvadkar, G.D. Madgulkar, Vyankatesh Madgulkar, Anil Avachat, Jayant Dalvi, Babasaheb Purandare, Jayant Narlikar, D.B. Mokashi and Sadanand More. Prominent artistes like Vikram Gokhale, Dilip Prabhavalkar, Atul Kulkarni, Sachin Khedekar,Mrunal Kuklarni , Geetanjali Kulkarni, Lalit Prabhakar, Umesh Kamat, Gautami Deshpande, Sandeep Khare, Girish Kulkarni, Kishore Kadam , Atul Pethe, Uday Sabnis have read out these books in their voices .
Tanvi Hegde starring ‘Alipt’ all set to release on this friday
With the reopening of theatres many Marathi film makers are taking a chance to release their films next month. But, the Producer of Marathi film ‘Alipt’ (अलिप्त ) has decided to release his film in theatres all over Maharashtra on 29th October 2021. Directed by Manoj Sudhakar Yerunkar the film stars Tanvi Hegde in the lead role opposite Swapnil Prakash Jadhav who has written the script of this film, including dialogues. It may be recalled that Tanvi whom we had seen as a child artiste in many Hindi and Marathi films, is better known for her role in ‘Sonpari’ TV serial.
Talking about her role in this film, Tanvi says that she accepted this film, as she liked her character in the story and the plot of the film narrated to her by the director. “It was different from other plots. As the title of the film reveals,the past takes birth again is a very vital tag and is in alignment with the plot of the film. It was a great and happy experience I had while working with Swapnil and other artistes in the film.” she added.
Along with Tanvi and Swapnil the film also stars Sharayu Sonavane, Bhushan Ghadi, Sunil Dev, Sushant Shelar and others.
Baahubali in Marathi will be special Diwali release on Shemaroo MarathiBana
Shemaroo MarathiBana, the Marathi movie TV channel, have announced a Special Diwali treat for their Marathi viewers, with the Marathi version of the blockbuster action epic franchise, ‘Baahubali’. The film will be aired on 4th November exclusively on Shemaroo MarathiBana. Highlight of this Marathi version is that leading artistes of Marathi film and theatre Dr. Amol Kolhe, Pravin Tarde, Sonalee Kulkarni, Gashmeer Mahajani, Uday Sabnis, Sanskruti Balgude, and other popular artists have lent their voices to the eponymous characters. So, with their voices, ‘Baahubali’ will come to life in Marathi ensuring a rare treat this Diwali .
Further, to give it a perfect Marathi look, Shemaroo have paid attention on Marathi songs with the help of . Famed Marathi music director, Kaushal Inamdar , who has recreated the tracks without losing the classical instrumentation and gravitas of the original, while popular singers Hamsika Iyer, Avadhoot Gupte, Sanjeev Chimmalgi, Bela Shende, Adarsh Shinde, Hrishikesh Kamerkar, Ketki Mategavkar and Mugddha Karhade have lent their voices to the melodious songs. The songs have been translated to Marathi by writer and lyricist Vaibhav Joshi, Milind Joshi & Asmita Pandey ensuring that the original flavour and meaning is retained.
Watch Baahubali in Marathi on Shemaroo MarathiBaba this Diwali.
Title song of ‘Jhimma’’ well received on social media
When the Teaser of the forthcoming Marathi film was released, it received very good response on social media. Now, the title song of this film ‘Khelu Jhimma Ga…’ released on social media is also well received. This song has been pictured on a group of women from different age groups and different fields come together for their enjoyment during their tour to England. The song reminds all those women about their friendship and picnic days.
The song has been rendered by singers Vaishali Samant, Mugdha Karhade, Aarti Kelkar and Suhas Joshi on the music of Amitraj. Produced by Amey Vinod Khopkar Entertainment and Crazy Few Films, presented by Chalchitra Company , this film directed by Hemant Dhome is all set for release on 19th November 2021. Along with Siddharth Chandekar the film stars a big group of women comprising of Nirmitee Sawant, Suhas Joshi, Suchitra Bandekar, Kshiti Jog, Sonalee, Sayali Sanjeev, Mrunmayee Godbole in lead roles. Written by Irawati karnik , the film’s cinematography is by Sanjay Memane.
Marathi film ‘Jayanti’ to release on 12th Nov instead of 26th Nov
Makers of Marathi film ‘Jayanti’ (जयंती ) who had announced the release of their film on 26th November faced the challenge from Bollywood big budget film ‘Antim’ starring Salman Khan and directed by Mahesh Manjrekar. Actually, ‘Jayanti’ had booked their release date eight weeks in advance, but after noticing recently that Salman Khan’s film ‘Antim’ is also releasing on the same date, the makers of ‘Jayanti’ have decided to release their film early i.e. on 12th November 2021.
The decision seems to be wise, as in the past we have seen what happens to a Marathi film , if released with big banner Hindi film. Finding sufficient screens is the big problem. If the makers of ‘Jayanti’ had decided to postpone their film’s release by a week it would have clashed with the release of another Marathi film ‘Godavari’ . If they had decided to release a week before, it would have clashed with another Marathi film ‘Jhimma’. So, finally they decided to release their film on 12th November , which is now confirmed through the official poster of their film released on social media.
As a result, they will have less time for publicity , but the fresh lead pair of Ruturaj Wankhede and Titiksha Tawde will be a big attraction for Marathi film lovers.
Teaser poster of ‘A Fakta Tuch’ launched in Pune
Popular television artistes Chinmay Udgirkar and Suruchi Adarkar are working together for the first time in a Marathi film ‘A Fakta Tuch’ (A फक्त तूच), teaser poster of which was launched recently. The ceremony took place in presence of the artistes and technicians at Dagdusheth Ganapati temple when the blessings of the Lord were taken during the teaser launch. Produced by Jaideep Film Productions, this film is written and directed by Ranganath Baban Pachange. The film’s shooting will begin from the month of November 2021.
Teaser poster of this film is attractive with a tagline below the title indicating .. ‘karan aapla nata vegala aahe… (कारण आपलं नातं वेगळं आहे… )’ This also suggests that it will be a romantic film. Screenplay and dialogues are written by Praful S Charpe while cinematography is by Ranjit Mane and art direction by Sagar Gaikwad. Besides Chinmay and Suruchi in the lead, the other artistes of this film are, Madhuri Pawar, Shilpa Thakre, Tejaswini Shirke, Hrushikesh Wamburkar, Geeta Nikharge . Dress design by Priyanka Dube and make up by Samir Kadam are the other credits,
World Food day reminds us of Marathi film titles inspired by food items
World Food day is celebrated across the world perhaps introducing new food recipes for food lovers. But, that reminds us as to what our Marathi film makers have offered to the viewers, after being inspired by food items to name the titles of their films. It all began in 50s, when a film with the title ‘Shevgyachya Shenga’ directed by Shantaram Athavale was released starring Baby Nanda , Sumati Gupte and others. Besides winning the National award for best Marathi film, the film had also entered the Cannes Festival, raising the curiosity of World audience as to what relevance the nutritious Drumsticks had with this film’s story.
In 80s we saw Producer director V.K.Naik offering a film with the name ‘Khichadi’ perhaps trying to show the relevance of this recipe with the human life. Thereafter, for a long period, there were no titles of Marathi films related to any food items. But, since 2009 we have seen many films using the titles derived from food items. ‘Ek Cup Chya’ released by producer Yeshwant Oak and directed by Sumitra Bhave and Sunil Sukhtankar, had used a cup of tea normally a symbol of hospitality, as a metaphor for a bribe. The film was based on the RTI act.
Then we saw the film ‘Masala’ (Movie review) produced by Girish Kulkarni and directed by Sandesh Kulkarni, when we saw how a couple running away from moneylenders, from one place to other, after failing in different attempted business meet the right people to add that required flavour required in their life. There were many other films which we saw later, with the names ‘Murambba’, ‘Gulabjaam’ ‘Restaurant’, ‘Coffee Ani Barach Kahi, ‘Khari Biscuit’ ‘Jai Maharashtra Dhaba Bhatinda’, ‘Haapus’ and others which were able to deliver what the respective film makers had in their mind behind using these titles.