Lokesh Gupte gets ready with his new Marathi film Runanubandh
After ‘Ek Sangaychay’ Lokesh Gupte gets ready with ‘Runanubandh’ his next film as director . The muhurat of this film was performed in Pune recently, in presence of artistes and technicians of the film. .The film is produced by Anirban Sarkar, Swapnil Potdar, Mahesh Jaurkar. Anirban Sarkar had earlier given a hit film like ‘Farzand’.
There is a lot of curiosity about the subject of this film, as after the successful presentation of ‘Ek Sangaychay’ there are big expectations from him. Moreover, his association with successful producer line Anirban Sarkar is also something special . So far, the star cast of this film has not been officially disclosed, but the film will be released during coming Diwali on 13th November 2020.
National award winning actress Niilam Paanchal to make her debut in Marathi
Niilam Paanchal who won National award for her performance in Gujarathi film ‘Hilaro’ at the recent 66th National film awards and who also made her debut in Hindi opposite Hrithik Roshan in ‘Kabil’, will be making her debut in Marathi. Recently, she posted a video on her social networking site wherein she is seen learning Marathi. She has also highlighted about her debut into Marathi.
Incidentally, Nilam Panchal has been presently performing on Hindi stage in the play ‘Bharat Bhagyavidhata’ in which she plays the role of Kasturba. Till now, she has also performed on television in serials like ‘Ishqbaaz’,’ Veera’,’ Ruk Jana Nahi’, and ‘Hamari Devrani’. And therefoe, there is a lot of curiosity about her debut in Marathi.
When Nilam was asked to confirm about this news, she said, “Yes, I am preparing for my debut in Marathi. Since I am living in Mumbai, I can understand Marathi and I am great lover of Marathi films. But, for my debut, I am learning to speak Marathi well.”
Nilam has not spoken much about this Marathi production. Therefore, it remains to be seen whether it will be a film, a web series or a TV serial? But one thing is sure that she is working in a big banner of reputed Marathi producer, who is yet to make official announcement about his project.
‘Ajinkya’ songs have become more popular than first look and trailer
Music plays a very important part in the success of the films. More than the first look and trailer, if the music of a particular film becomes popular before the film’s release, the chances of film’s success are more. Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Ajinkya’ is the best example. Produced by Luminary Cine World and presented by Exotic Media Pvt. Limited, ‘Ajinkya’ will be releasing on the 20th March 2020. The film’s main star cast includes Bhushan Pradhan, Prarthana Behere in the lead along with Pallavi Patil, Arun Nalawade Uday Tikekar and Aniket Kelkar
Produced by Arunkant Shukla, Raghavendra K. Bajpeyi, Neeraj Anand, Babalal Shaikh, Rahul Londhe and Ved P. Sharma, ‘Ajinkya’ has a story, screen play, dialogues and direction by A. Kadir. The Music for the film has been set by eminent music director Duo Rohan-Rohan.
Speaking about the film Mr. Rohan Gokhale said, “Songs from films are seen and liked more than a teaser or a trailer of the same and the songs are now becoming the Firstlook of the films as well. This means that as Music Directors we are also equally responsible for the film with Producers and the Director. Audiences now are very particular about the words as well as garnishing of music for them. When music of such caliber reaches the audiences, the response from them is truly significant for Music Director. We are confident that all four songs from ‘Ajinkya’ will bring a truly positive response for us.”
Cinematography by Madhavraj Datar and Deepak Pawar, Editing by Rohit Mhatre and Vinayak Konde and Background Music by Salil Amrute are the other credits of the film.
Bhojpuri actress Madhu Sharma to make her debut in Marathi through ‘Bhaybheet’
We have seen many Bollywood actresses performing in Marathi films to reach out to larger audience. Some of them are in search of good roles. Bhojpuri actress Madhu Sharma is one of them. Madhu has been offered a very good role by director Deepak Naidu in his forthcoming horror Marathi film ‘Bhaybheet’. In this film Madhu plays an important role of Dr. Kavya .
Speaking about her character, Madhu says, “Language should not come in the way of an artiste. An artiste should look for a good role. I was in search of a good role and when director Deepak Naidu narrated the story of ‘Bhaybheet’ to me, it appealed to me. Moreover, my wish to perform in a horror film was also fulfilled through this film.”
Produced by Shankar Rohra and Deepak Narayani, the film is directed by Deepak Naidu and is all set for release on 28th February 2020. The film stars Subodh Bhave, Poorva Gokhale, Girija Joshi, Madhu Sharma Mrunal Jadhav and Yatin Karyekar in lead roles. Art by Eknath Rane, music and background music by Aziz Nakash and sound design by Satish Pujari are the other credits.
‘Jungjauhar’ muhurat performed at historical Raigad Fort
Raigad Fort in Maharashtra has a special significance, reminding us about the sacrifice of the brave soldiers part of the army of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. And one of them was great Baji Prabhu Deshpande, who fought bravely with the army of Siddhi Jouhar at Pawankhind , when they were surrounded at Panhalgad.
Director Digpal Lanjekar known for making films on such historical battles and was heroes, was inspired by the battle fought by Baji Prabhu Deshpande and hence decided to make a film to enable the audience to feel his bravery act in cinematic form. During the muhurat ceremony director Digpal Lanjekar and actor Chinmay Mandlekar performed the pooja. On this occasion other artistes of the film like Ankit Mohan, Harish Dudhade, Hrishi Saxena, Vikram Gaikwad, Rohan Mankani and Sushrut Mankani were present.
Produced by Ajay Aniruddh Aarekar this film is expected to release in the month of June.
Actor Alok Rajwade turns director with ‘Ashleel Udyog Mitra Mandal’
Actor Alok Rajwade is all set to make his debut as director on 6th March 2020 with his forthcoming Marathi film with an unusual title ‘Ashleel Udyog Mitra Mandal’ Prior to this, Alok had worked as actor and director with experimental plays. Recently, poster, trailer and music of this film was launched simultaneously in presence of makers, star cast and technicians of the film.
Produced by Gauri and Buny Dalmia , Suresh Deshmane & Vinod Satav, the film stars Abhay Mahajan and Parna Pethe in lead roles along with Sayali Pathak, Akshay Tanksale, Ruturaj Shinde, Ketan Visal, Virat Madke in prominent roles. Special appearances by Sai Tamhankar and Amey wagh in this film are other added attraction. Lyrics by Saket Kanetkar and Omkar Kulkarni and music by Saket kanetkar are other credits of this film which revolves around teenagers
Ajay Gogavale’s song from film ‘Basta’ launched on social media
Music plays a very important role in all those films which are based on love stories. Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Basta’ is based on one such subject where the audience will witness a story about a marriage. Directed by Tanaji Ghadge, the film stars Sayali Sanjeev and Akshay Tanksale and Parth Bhalerao in lead roles. Story written by Arwind Jagtap, lyrics by Mangesh Kagne & Shankar Pawar and music by Santosh Mulekar are the other credits of this film. Recently, a song recorded in the voice of popular singer Ajay Gogavale was launched on social media by the makers of this film. And this musical song with the wordings ‘Phool Zultya Yelicha…” very well rendered by the singer and beautifully composed has invited the attention of music lovers. After watching this song, it is felt that music will play a very important role in this film.
Devotional Marathi song ‘Devak Kalaji Re’ sets new record
Meaningful popular song ‘Devaak Kalji Re….’ from award winning Marathi film ‘Redu’ has created a new history of setting a record of 100 Million views not only among Youtube viewers in India but also all over the world. Produced by Navalkishore Sarda and directed by Sagar Vanjari ‘Redu’ was released on 18th May 2018 and since then won awards besides being released at many international film festivals. The film also attained popularity because of the hit song ‘Devaak Kalji Re….’ which invited attention of youtube viewers all over the world.
The song penne by Guru Thakur is composed by Vijay Narayan Gavande and rendered by Ajay Gogavale. Speaking about the success attained by this song, director of the film Sagar Vanjari says, “Before completion of two years, the song has been seen by 100 Million viewers, which makes all of us happy in this Marathi film industry. What is more encouraging is that many viewers have commented below the video stating that this song not only inspired them, but also prevented some of them from the bad thought of suicides. Till now, we have received 300 million views for the song with faster beats like ‘Zingaat’, but to get so many views for an emotion filled devotional song , is certainly a new record.”
Subhash Ghai gets ready to offer his Marathi film ‘Vijeta’ on 12th March
Bollywood Showman Subhash Ghai who in the past has presented quality Marathi films like ‘Sanai Chowghade’, ‘Valu’ and ‘Sanhita’ is now getting ready to offer his next Marathi film ‘Vijeta’ on 12th March 2020 under the banner of his Mukta Arts. From the poster of the film it clearly indicates that ‘Vijeta’ is set on the sports background and hence has generated more interest among Marathi film lovers.
Written and directed by reputed director Amol Shetge, produced by Rahul Puri and Raju Farooqui, co produced by Suresh Pai, the film stars big artistes like Subodh Bhave, Pooja Sawant, Pritam Kagne, Sushant Shelar, Madhav Devchake, Manasi Kulkarni, Tanvi Kishore, Devendra Chougule, Deepti Dhotre, Krutika Tulaskar and Gaurish Shipurkar. Music by Rohan-Rohan, cinematography by Udaysingh Mohite and editing by Ashish Mhatre are the other credits.
Musical ‘Tattaad’ trailer launched on social media
Writer-director Rahul Gautam Ovhaal and producers Rakesh Bhosale, Sushil Deshpande and Pretam Mhatre launched the trailer of their forthcoming Marathi film ‘Tattaad’ in presence of their promising team of artistes and technicians. Having already declared that this film’s story revolves around a Trumpet player in a Band, the trailer of this film indicates that it will be a musical film.
Starring a big team of artistes comprising of Chetan DK, Manasi Phatak, Jyoti Subhash, Anil Nagarkar, Rahul Belapurkar, Sagar Pawar, Prafullkumar Kamble, Akshada Katkar , Girija Jhad, Sudarshan Kale, Rohit Jadhav, Rajesh More, Sharad Dhikule, Swapnil Dhongade, Prasad Ozarkar and Kaka Shirole, the film is all set for release on 21st February 2020 all over Maharashtra.