Poster of new film ‘Preetam’ unveiled
The month of February is known for celebration of Valentines Day and therefore has special significance for young lovers. To celebrate the occasion this year, new Marathi film ‘Preetam’ is all set to release on 19th February 2021.
Recently, the poster of this film was unveiled by Wizard Productions. The film is directed by Ad film maker Sijo Rocky. As suggested through the title this film is about the journey of love. It also offers a message ‘Love is not to be revealed, it is to be in built.’
Set on the backdrop of picturesque Konkan, this love story stars fresh pair of Pranav Raorane and Nakshatra Medhekar along with Upendra Limaye, Ajit Deole, Vishwajeet Palav, Sameer Khandekar, Abha Velankar, Shivraj Walvekar, Asmita Khatkhate, Nayan jadhav and Ananda karekar. Highlight of this film is a love song rendered by Shankar Mahadevan which will be released on the auspicious day of Makar Sankranti, i.e. Thursday 14th February 2021. Music by Vishwajeet CT and cinematography by Om Narayan are the other credits.
Mahesh Kothare is all praise for organisers of ‘Gulf Cine Fest 2021′
Mr. Sachin Katarnawre the organiser of ‘Gulf Cine Fest 2021′ through 5 G International has welcomed the new year 2021 to get ready for this much talked about event in Dubai. The fest is being organised this year to entertain the film lovers in Gulf region by offering Marathi film premieres and also trailers , promos of songs etc. of some Marathi films as part of promotion.
A small ceremony was arranged recently by the organisers to interact with the invitees comprising of Marathi film producers, directors and representatives of some companies. It was decided to reschedule the festival dates, which was originally scheduled to be held between January 20- 23rd , 2021. The fresh dates will be announced soon. Film maker Mahesh Kothare who was also present to unveil the logo of this fest, offered all the support to the organisers and was all praise for their efforts in organising this festival.
Producer & Director Aparana Hosing unveiled Poster of ‘Kaanbhatt’
Acclaimed producer of Bollywood cinema, Aparana S Hosing is all set to take the audience on a roller coaster ride with his debut Marathi film ‘Kaanbhatt’. Recently, the filmmaker unveiled the first look of her upcoming film and it is every bit intriguing. The poster of ‘Kaanbhatt’ had a surprise element as the lead actor Bhavya Shinde stunned everyone with his look.
The brightly coloured Motion poster features an actor Bhavya Shinde who can be seen standing in front of Temple and Floating Ganga River as priest opposite Rugved Mule. The film is touted to be a story of a young boy about his dream and desire but destiny has something else for him for which he went on a different path. The story depicts the relationship between Ved and Science. However, it is just a wild guess and fans have to wait until the trailer comes out.
Kaanbhatt Marathi Movie
Director & Producer Aparana Said, “I’m really happy my directorial debut movie first look out now getting good response from people. I want to explore this subject where modern and traditional values get attached with other. Kaanbhatt is all about your dream and reality”.
Aparana S Hosing’s directorial ‘Kaanbhatt‘ is produced under the banner of Rash productions and also produced by Aparana S Hosing. The film is slated to release soon on 19th February 2021. Producer Aparana S Hosing, who has been working in Bollywood for the past 9 years and has produced films like ‘Jeena Hai Toh Thok Daal’, ‘Uttpattang’ and ‘Dassehra’ (starring Neil Nitin Mukesh).
New Marathi film ‘Jaggu Aani Juliet’ to be shot in Europe
The makers of the Marathi film ‘Mulshi Pattern’ read review, Puneet Balan Studios are all set to make their new Marathi film ‘Jaggu Aani Juliet’. To be directed by Cinematographer turned director Mahesh Limaye, the music of this film is to be provided by Ajay Atul. The makers propose to shoot 90% of their film at different picturesque locations in Europe. The poster of this film was released recently on social media, thus generating a lot of interest among the Marathi film lovers.
According to producer Puneet Balan, they propose to release this film around 2021 Diwali to offer wholesome entertainment which is a ‘story of soulmate…’ to the film lovers. During the lock down period in 2020 their team comprising of himself, director Mahesh Limaye and music directors Ajay Atul produced three short films to offer social message and all three of them received very good response not only in Maharashtra but across the globe. One of these short films, ‘Aashechi Roshnai’ received awards at many international film festivals. So obviously, there are big expectations from this team for their film ‘Jaggu Aani Juliet’.
AjinkyaTheMovie Twitter Handle receives good response
We are all aware of the problems faced by farmers and steps taken by the Government in their interest. At the same time we are finding protests by farmers from some regions on their issues. Last year a Marathi film titled ‘Ajinkya’ a story of one young farmer was to be released. But, due to lockdown the release of this film was postponed. Co Produced by Neeraj Anand, the twitter handle of this film # AjinkyaTheMovie has been receiving good response. Moreover the video on Hon. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s decisions taken in the interest of the farmers has also received overwhelming response.
According to Producer Neeraj Anand the title role of Ajinkya played by Bhushan Pradhan in this film is just not a character but a protagonist who will inspire and connect with the audience. And this will also help the farmers. He feels that this character of Ajinkya relates to the decisions taken by the prime Minister to benefit the farmers. And therefore, with the kind of response received by his twitter handle, he is confident that the timely release of this film in cinema halls will receive good response .
‘Oh My Ghost’ to release on 12th February
Jumping Tomato Marketing Pvt Ltd and FilMotion Pictures together with producers Sana Wasim Khan and Rohandeep Singh have announced the release date of their Marathi comedy film ‘Oh My Ghost’. The film will be released in cinema halls on 12th February 2021. Based on the story of Mohsin Chawda who has also written the dialogues of this film, the film is directed by Wasim Khan. Additional dialogues are written by Nikhil Lohe.
The film stars Prathamesh Parab in the lead role of an Orphan Jaggu along with Kajal Sharma, Pankaj Vishnu, Kurus Debu, Prem Gadhvi, Deepali Patil and Apoorva Deshapnde in lead roles. The film was shot at Aurangabad. Rohit Raut is the singer and music director of this film, while background music is provided by Satya, Manik and Afsar. Hanif Shaikh is the action director, while art direction is by Khushboo Kumari.
The story of this film revolves around the lead character of an Orphan – Jaggu who sees ghosts in his dreams and considers himself most unhappy person. How he finds his way out of this, is what the film’s story is all about.
Jitendra Joshi turns producer with his new film ‘Godavari’
Popular actor Jitendra Joshi has turned producer with his new Marathi film ‘Godavari’. Teaser of this film was launched recently on social media. Directed by ‘Pune 52′ read review fame director Nikhil Mahajan this will be released on 1st May i.e. Maharashtra Day. Produced by Blue Drop Films and Jitendra Joshi Pictures, the story of this film is set on the backdrop of Gadavari river and focuses on a family living in Nashik.
With the story and screenplay by Nikhil Mahajan himself along with Prajakt Deshmukh, the film presents a family story with a difference, as claimed by the director. The strong star cast of this film comprises of Vikram Gokhale, Neena Kulkarni, Jitendra Joshi, Gauri Nalawade, Priyadarshan Jadhav, Sakhi Gokhale and Sanjay Mone. Dialogues by Prajakt Deshmukh , lyrics by Jitendra Joshi and music by A V Prafullachandra are the other credits.
‘Lok- Shastra Savitri’ Natya Jagar to begin from 3rd January
3rd January is the birth anniversary of Savitribai Phule the renowned social reformer, educationalist, and poet from Maharashtra. On this occasion, writer- director Manjul Bharadwaj through his Theatre of Relevance will be launching his Marathi play ‘Lok- Shastra Savitri’ with the 3 pm inaugural show at Malti Vaidya Smruti Trust, Badlapur. This will be followed by series of shows till 10th March 2021 at different places like Thane, Kalyan, Panvel, Borivali besides Mumbai city.
It may be recalled that Savitribai Phule brought in many reforms in our society and people are aware of her contribution but still her principles are yet to be understood properly. Along with her husband, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, she played an important and vital role in improving women’s rights in India. She worked to abolish the discrimination and unfair treatment of people based on caste and gender.
It is for this reason, Mr. Manjul Bharadwaj wants to spread her principles through this play to generate awareness among the people. Group of Marathi artistes from Theatre of Relevance like Ashwini Nandedkar, Sayali Pawaskar, Komal Khamkar, Tushar Mhaske, Yogini Chouk and Surekha Salunkhe are part of this play.
Marathi artistes are very hopeful about this new year
We have seen the worst time during the lock down during corona pandemic for the past several months. But, as the new year has arrived we see lot of hopes especially from young Marathi Artistes who are waiting for their respective projects to see the light. Newcomer Uday Jankar who is eagerly waiting for his debut film ‘Law of Love’ to release, is very positive about the coming days during this new year. He has himself planned to achieve what he has aspired, with complete focus on his goal with determination.
Recalling her memories of past year Neha Mahajan has also welcomed the new year with following words on her social media page, “In between waves of despair and hope, learnt a little too much and need a 2021 to digest lots of hair oiling, reading and writing and music and equal amounts of hurt for how the pandemic stole our rhythm. Thanks a lot friends and family. We made it to 2021 ! How are you going to treat us 2021?”
Pushkar Jog has appealed to his well wishers to watch his new show ‘Missed Call Var Malamaal’ on Zee Talkies, while director Kedar Shinde while welcoming the new year 2021 has appealed his well wishers to watch ‘Sukhi Mansacha Sadraa’ on Colors Marathi. Hope this 2021 proves to be a prosperous year for many others like them.
अंधश्रद्धे मुळे बळी गेलेल्या मित्राची भावनीक गोष्ट म्हणजे ‘पिटर’
अंधश्रद्धेवर प्रकाश टाकणारा ‘पिटर‘ हा नविन मराठी चित्रपट २२ जानेवारी २०२१ रोजी संपूर्ण महाराष्ट्रात प्रदर्शित होणार आहे. अमोल अरविंद भावे हे ह्या चित्रपटाचे निर्मिते असून त्यानी आतापर्यंत ७ वेगवेगळ्या चित्रपटांचे लेखन , दिग्दर्शन केले असून जवळपास ४५ टीव्ही मालिकांचे देखील दिग्दर्शन , लेखन केले आहे त्यांच्याबरोबर दिप्पांकर रामटेके आणी रोहनदीप सिंग हे या चित्रपटाचे सहनिर्माते आहेत . चावंड गावच्या निसर्गरम्य गावात ‘पिटर’ या चित्रपटाचे चित्रीकरण झाले आहे . मनोरंजन करता करता अंधश्रद्धेवर प्रकाश टाकणारा हा भावनिक सिनेमा शेवटी प्रेक्षकांना सिनेमातून मांडलेल्या मुद्यावर विचार करायला लावेल अशी अमोल भावे यांना आशा आहे तेव्हा जास्तीत जास्त प्रेक्षकांनी चित्रपटगृहात येऊन हा चित्रपट पहावा .
या चित्रपटाला श्री गुरुनाथ श्री या संगीतकाराने संगीत दिले असून गीत लेखनाची जबाबदारी रंगनाथ गजरे , विष्णू थोरे यांनी पार पाडली आहे. चित्रपटातील गाणी सई जोशी व ज्ञानेश्वर मेश्राम या गोड गळ्याच्या गायकांनी गायली आहेत . चित्रपटाचे छायाचित्रण साऊथ चे प्रसिद्ध सिनेमोटोग्राफर अमोश पुटीयाथील यांनी केले आहे . प्रेम बोराडे सह ह्या चित्रपटात मनीषा भोर , सुरेश ढगे , अमोल पानसरे , विनिता संचेती , सिद्धेश सिध्देश्वर , शरद राजगुरू , प्रमेय वाबळे , उमेश पांढरे , मल्हारी ठिकेकर या कलाकारांनी काम केले आहे .