Muhurat of Ankush Chaudhari & Prajakta Mali starrer film ‘Luck Down’
From the third month of this year 2020 we have been witnessing lock down restrictions due to spread of corona virus. And now, the year is coming to an end next month. But soon, we are expecting a change. The Marathi film industry which had come to almost a halt is gearing up slowly with resumption of shooting schedules and reopening of cinema halls. Even the launching of new films are in progress. Recently, Ishnav Media House and producer Darshan Fulpagar launched the muhurat of their film ‘Luck Down’ which is expected to bring a big hope in the coming year, as indicated through its title.
The muhurat was performed in Junnar in presence of the lead pair of the film Ankush Chaudhari and Prajakta Mali, the makers technical staff and the dignitaries comprising of Shri Dada Sonavane, Satyasheel Sherkar, Ganesh Kawde, Shyam Panduye & Yuvraj Mohite. It will be the first time Ankush and Prajakta will be performing together and therefore there are big expectations from them. The film will be directed by Santosh Ramdas Manjrekar, who had earlier directed films like ‘Bedhadak’, ‘Surajya’ and ‘Mee Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy’.
New Marathi Web Series ‘Baykola Hava Tari Kay’ from 4th December
After presenting successful Marathi web series, MX Player are now all set to present another Marathi Web Series ‘Baykola Hava Tari Kay’ from 4th December 2020. Recently trailer of this series was released on social media giving a clear indication that it will be an entertaining comedy. This six part series is directed by Priyadarshan Jadhav. Speaking about this series, Priyadarshan says, “Everybody wants to upgrade himself or herself in life by acquiring new things. When you try to upgrade your better half, what happens in the process, is what this series is all about . I am sure the audience will enjoy it.”
Shreya Bugde plays a typical middle class housewife, who wants to upgrade her husband ( Aniket Vishwasrao) as per her wish and hence prays to Lord Krishna( Played by Nikhil Ratnaparakhi) every time, whenever there is a need. This is what we get to see in the trailer. Speaking about her character, Shreya says, “I am playing a simple housewife, who always desires herself and her husband to have the best things in life. And whenever the God showers his blessings upon me, you will get to see something that will surely entertain you all.”
‘Natsamrat’ to hit the Big Screens once again
Some films are memorable and can be seen again and again. Marathi film ‘Natasamrat‘ (read review) is one of them. The makers of this film are all set to release this film once again at Single screens and multiplexes from Friday 27th November 2020. An official announcement has been made, after watching the reopening of cinema halls after a long period of lock down due to spread of corona virus. It may be recalled that the film had done a good business of Rs. 50 Cr. At the box office, when it was released in January 2016.
The film depicts the tragic family life of a stage actor Ganpat Ramchandra Belwalkar, who has retired from acting but is unable to forget his fond memories of theatre and the stage. Versatile actor Nana Patekar had put in his heart to portray this difficult role on the big screen. And he received very good response from other artistes like Vikram Gokhale, Medha Manjrekar and others. In addition to this Mahesh Manjrekar’s direction added that special flavour to this original story penned by V.V. Shirwadkar.
By releasing this film once again in cinema theatres, the presenters have taken a good decision to invite the film lovers to the theatres once again. But, it all remains to be seen how the people would respond to this offer.
‘Law of Love’ to be released in theatres on 9th April 2021
After the long lockdown period, now we are hearing the news about Marathi films finalising the dates for release of their films. But, it will be only in the new year 2021. Till then, we are finding the promotional news of all these films on social media. One such film is ‘Law of Love’ from Producer – Actor J. Uday, which is directed by C.S. Nikam. Two new faces would be available to Marathi film arena through this film. This film presented by Vedika Films Creation will be released all over Maharashtra on the 9th April 2021. The announcement has been made through all social media handles of the film.
According to the makers of this film who have chosen this unusual title, they have presented a story which is out of the box. The Marathi film lovers will also find a fresh lead pair of J. Uday and Shalvi Shah. Seasoned actors like Mohan Joshi, Yatin Karyekar, Anil Nagarkar and actress Prachi Palwe will also be seen in other lead roles. The story, screen play and production are by J. Uday. The dialogues have been written by J. Uday and Makarand Lingnurkar. P. Shankaram has set the songs penned by Murad Tamboli, P Shankaram and Nilesh Kotke to lilting tunes. The songs have been rendered by P. Shakaram, Mugdha Inamdar and Radhika Atre.
The film has been shot at Mumbai, Kudal and Kolhapur . Cinematography by Manjunath Nayak, Editing by Manish Shirke, Art by Satish Bidkar, Dances by Taj Khan, Action by Dev Raj, Sound design by Dinesh Ucchil and Shantanu Akerkar (D Super Sound).are the other credits.
अभिनेत्री शिवानी सोनार झळकणार वेबसिरीज मध्ये
कलर्स मराठी वाहिनीवरील ‘राजा राणीची गं जोडी’ या मालिकेतील प्रमुख अभिनेत्री शिवानी सोनार हिच्या अभिनयाचे कौतुक होत असून, हि मालिका देखील प्रेक्षकांच्या पसंतीस उतरत असल्याचे आपल्याला दिसतं . छोटया पडद्यवरून आता शिवानी हि डिजिटल विश्वात पदार्पण करत आहे. कॅफेमराठी प्रस्तुत आणि बाप फिल्म्स, रिझॉन्स स्टुडिओ निर्मित ‘वन बाय टू’ हि मराठी
वेबसिरीज मध्ये एक वेगळ्या अशा भूमिकेत शिवानी सोनार दिसतीये.
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Teaser poster of ‘Satwai’ released on social media
Dinesh Vijay Shirode who made his debut as a director through Marathi film ‘Tujha Majha Arrange Marriage’ is now returning with his next Marathi film ‘Satwai’. Teaser Poster of this film was released on social media recently. But the shooting of this film will begin from January 2021. Produced by Tagdog Media and Shashtiz Films and Entertainment, the tagline of this film with the title as seen on the poster suggests ‘The most beautiful woman in the world’. And this certainly generates a lot of curiosity about this film.
The makers of this film have not disclosed the cast and other credits of this film . But, director Dinesh Vijay Shirode says that other details of this film will be disclosed step by step as the film progresses. He has however assured that there will be many surprises to witness in days to come. One thing is sure that the film’s story is based on ‘fate’ and therefore there will be something unusual expected from this film.
Young Marathi actor Hansraj Jagtap now in Hindi films
As a child actor he invited all the attention through his debut Marathi film ‘Dhhag’ [read review] , which had won two national awards. He himself had received a special jury award for his wonderful performance in this film. Hansraj Jagtap who hails from Beed district of Maharashtra, later went on to find important roles in other Marathi films like ‘Yaari Dosti’, ‘Itemgiri’, ‘Ziprya’, ‘Re Raya’, ‘Rakhandar’, ‘Ek Hota Pani’ and so on.
Now, he has hit a jackpot with his first Hindi film ‘Phulmania’, directed by Lal Vijay Shahdeo. The film has been released recently on Shemaroo me app. Hansraj himself has made announcement of this big news on his social media page. The film brings to light the effects of some social atrocities like witch hunting, gender discrimination, and stigma surrounding female infertility that suppress women and ruin lives. Besides young Hansraj Jagtap the star cast of this film comprise of Komal Singh, Ravi Bhatia, Khushboo Sharma , Vineet Kumar, Neetu Pandey, Reena Sahay & Monika Mundu.
Title song of ‘Darling’ unveiled
Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Darling’ has been in the news ever since the poster and first look were unveiled. Recently, the title song of this film was also unveiled . Ritika Shrotri who had mesmerised the audiences with her youthful performance in the film ‘Takatak’ is still fresh in the minds of the Marathi film lovers. Now, the eager fans are filled with a lot of excitement as to what Ritika Shrotri who had been teamed opposite Prathamesh Parab in ‘Takatak’ is going to do in this film in which Prathamesh Parab and Ritika Shrotri will be joined in love triangle with Nikkhhil Chavaan. This title song of ‘Darling’ is all set to rattle the minds of the audience with its soothing and foot-tapping melody.
‘Darling’ produced under the banner of 7 Horse Entertainment Pvt. Ltd, V. Patke Films and Kathakar Motion Pictures by Amit Dhupe, Ajay Thakur, V.J. Shalakha and Nikhil Khajindar, has been directed by Sameer Asha Patil. This title song of the film “Darling Tu Majhi Darling Tu…” is rendered by Ravindra Khomne , written by Sameer Samant and Mahesh Ogale and composed by the leading music directors of today- the Chinar-Mahesh duo, who have churned out several super duper hits earlier. Chinar and Mahesh are one hundred per cent confident that the youthful and romantic song “Darling Tu Majhi Darling Tu…” will be lapped up not only by the youth today but also listeners belonging to all age groups since it will instantly appeal to one and all.
Five new Marathi films to be premiered at ‘Gulf Cine Fest 2021′
For the past eight months the business of film industry has been affected in a big way. And the Marathi films are no exception. But, our enthusiastic Marathi film makers have found new ideas to market their films. Recently, we saw the popular IPL Cricket matches played in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. And now, we will witness the ‘Gulf Cine Fest 2021′ in Dubai from 20th to 23rd January 2021; when five new Marathi films will be premiered.
‘Gulf Cine Fest 2021′ is a unique concept and will present new ideas. Besides the screening of the films , the audience will also witness the team of these five films , who will interact with them. Trailers and Teasers of forthcoming Marathi films will also be shown during this festival. This festival is organised by 5 G Internationals and besides the screening of the films, there will be some entertaining programmes .
Teaser Poster of ‘8 Don 75′ released
Sushrut Bhagwat who directed films like ‘Mumbai Time‘ (read review), ‘A Paying Ghost’ and ‘Asehi Ekada Vhave’ (read review), is ready with his next Marathi film ‘8 Don 75′ with a tagline ‘Fakta Ichhashakti Havi’. The film is produced by Vikas Hande, Lokesh Mangde, Sudhir Kolte under the banner of ‘Udaharanarth production Company, which had made a strong political thriller ‘Kagar’ (read review) in the past. Sushrut himself has written the screenplay of this film along with Sharvani Pillay, while the dialogues are penned by Sanjay Mone.
Recently, the teaser poster of this film was released on social media and the unique title of this film has kept the Marathi film lovers guessing about the theme of this film. The film also has a strong star cast comprising of Shubhankar Tawde, Sanskruti Balgude, Sharvani Pillay, Sanjay Mone, Anand Ingale, Vijay Patwardhan, Chinmay Sant, Dr. Nikhil Rajeshirke and Pushkar Shrotri( In Guest appearance) . Lyrics by Vaibhav Joshi and music by Avadhoot Gupte are the other credits of this film.
According to director Sushrut Bhagwat the important subject of this film will be presented in an interesting manner through the film’s screenplay and therefore feels that this is not the right time to reveal the plot. The mystery will be unfolded when the film is released.