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Jitendra Joshi to present talk show ‘Don Special’ on Colors Marathi

Television Talk shows have always invited attention of the home viewers, especially in Marathi. And the reason is simple. People would always like to know the frank opinion expressed by the guest invitees in such shows. But, it is equally important to have the proper host, who should be able to extract the best from such celebrities. Jitendra Joshi, known for his frank and humour filled chat , he  will be hosting one such show ‘Don Special’, which will be telecast every Thursday and Friday at 9.30 pm on Colors Marathi channel.

Sumeet Raghavan, Subodh Bhave, Jitendra Joshi, '2 Special'
Sumeet Raghavan, Subodh Bhave, Jitendra Joshi, ‘2 Special’

Many renowned celebrities from Marathi stage, television and films will be part of this show and the very first episode will present Subodh Bhave and Sumeet Raghavan together. So, you can imagine, how Jitendra will handle them to speak out their frank opinion on different subjects. In the subsequent episodes there will be pairs like Guru Thakur- Kishore kadam, followed by participants from Big Boss-2 season and others.

Speaking about his show, Jitendra said,“The celebrities invited in this show will be all known celebrities in Marathi. And this programme will try to extract from them what the people are not aware. This being my programme, there will not be any kind of pretended show, but there will be more freedom offered to the guests.:

Fakt Marathi channel to offer ‘Anadi Nirgun’ Movie Festival during Navaratri

We are all aware that the nine day  Navratri festival is celebrated  with a lot of enthusiasm in different parts of the country. Fakt Marathi channel will also is celebrating Navratri by playing nine devotional movies of Goddesses for the home viewers, with  a movie festival titled ‘Anadi Nirgun’. The movie festival which is commencing from 29th September will end on 7th September. All these nine movies shall be broadcasted at 08:30 time band.

Navratri festival, devotional Marathi movies of Goddesses
Navratri festival, devotional Marathi movies of Goddesses

 The  Movie Festival consists of  films like ‘Aai Tulja Bhawani’ (29/09/2019), ‘Kalubai Pavali Navasala’ (30/09/2019), ‘Jai Mohata Devi’ (01/10/2019), ‘May Mauli Manudevi’ (02/10/2019), ‘Mahima Annapurna Devicha’ (03/10/2019), ‘Aai Ekvirecha Udo Udo’ (04/10/2019), ‘Jogwa Ambabaicha’ (05/10/2019), ‘Kulaswamini Tuljabhawani’ (06/10/2019) and ‘Ma Shakambharicha Mahima’ (07/10/2019). According to the channel press release, All of these movies have  significant stars from Marathi industry. Also each film has a strong message underlined depicting the prowess of each goddess and women power.

“‘Pride of language…Heritage of culture’ is the tagline of Fakt Marathi. Accordingly, it is catering across all segments of the society, dedicated to all entertainment needs of viewers with best programs and movies. Now the channel has broadened its horizons with the start of fresh and original content programming through ‘Dhoomdhadaka’ and ‘Sindhu’. ‘Another couple of projects are in the pipeline and there’s an interesting programming roadmap ahead”  states Shyam Malekar, the Business Head of Fakt Marathi Apart from the film festival.

‘युवा सिंगर एक नंबर’ पहा बॉलीवूड स्टाईल

‘झी युवा’ या वाहिनीवरील ‘युवा सिंगर एक नंबर’ हा गाण्याचा रियालिटी शो प्रेक्षकांमध्ये पसंत पडतोय.
या कार्यक्रमाचे  श्रोते मंत्रमुग्ध होऊन गाण्यांचा आस्वाद घेतात. या मालिकेचे परीक्षक वैभव मांगले हे त्यांच्या स्पष्टवक्तेपणासाठी प्रसिद्ध आहेत. त्याच्या सोबतीने शास्त्रीय संगीत नसानसामध्ये  भरलेली उत्कृष्ट गायिका सावनी शेंडे
परीक्षण करताना आपणस दिसते. हा कार्यक्रम प्रेक्षकांसाठी आणखी एक उत्कृष्ट मेजवानी घेऊन येत आहे.

Vaibhav Mangle,in  Reality show 'Yuva Singer Ek Number'
Vaibhav Mangle,in Reality show ‘Yuva Singer Ek Number’

‘युवा सिंगर’च्या बॉलीवूड स्पेशल आठवड्यात, प्रेक्षकांना उत्तोमोत्तम हिंदी गाणी ऐकण्याची संधी या बुधवारी व गुरुवारी मिळणार आहे. स्पर्धक छानशा रेट्रो कपड्यांमध्ये मंचावर आलेले पाहायला मिळतील. बॉलीवूडची जुनी, गाजलेली गाणी स्पर्धक सादर करतील. या सदाबहार गाण्यांचे सादरीकरण करतांना, स्पर्धकांचा कस लागणार आहे. हा खास भाग अनुभवण्यासाठी दिग्दर्शक संजय जाधव सुद्धा युवा सिंगरच्या मंचावर हजर असतील. परीक्षकांच्या बरोबरीने तेदेखील या विशेष आठवड्याचा आनंद घेताना दिसतील. ‘ये दोस्ती हम नहीं तोडेंगे’, ‘ये मेरा दिल, प्यार का दिवाना’,  मेहबुबा, मेहबुबा’ अशी हिंदी चित्रपट सृष्टीतील एव्हरग्रीन गाणी ऐकण्यासाठी ‘झी युवा’वर येत्या बुधवारी आणि गुरुवारी रात्री ९. वाजता पाहायला

Fakta Marathi channel offers two new shows

Fakta Marathi Channel which was known for 24×7 film channel is now going for a change. The channel recently introduced two Marathi serials namely ‘Sindhu’ and ‘Dhumdhadaka’, which have been appreciated by the home viewers. Speaking about the change , Fakta Marathi Business Head Mr. Shyam Malekar said, “Till now we offered good quality films for 24 hours a day. Now, with this change we wish to offer quality Marathi serials which are in the making. The two shows including ‘Sindhu’ have already been appreciated by home viewers. Therefore, very soon we will be introducing few more shows.”

Aditi Jaltare in Marathi Serial 'Sindhu'
Aditi Jaltare in Marathi Serial ‘Sindhu’

Talking about ‘Sindhu’ which is a period serial set on the backdrop of 19th century, there will be interesting happening in the life of little Sindhu the title character who is shown as daughter of Asthtaputre . So, the child marriage scene, which prevailed during that century will be witnessed in this serial soon. Sindhu will be getting married to Devavrat Ranade. The makers are making all efforts to shoot these scenes to show the culture which existed during that period especially for such marriages. More attention has been paid on property like costumes, ornaments etc.

The two child artistes namely Aditi Jaltare playing Sindhu and Srihari Abhyankar playing Devavrat are also displaying their talent through their respective roles. Good support is also coming from other artistes like Gauri Kiran, Megha Matkar, Prabhakar Vartak, Shashwati Pimplikar & Pooja Mithbavkar. This show is being aired on this channel daily at 8 pm.

Is Veena Jagtap is inviting attention with her variety of night suits in ‘Bigg Boss 2′ ?

Wearing night suits was very common in Bollywood films of 60s and 70s. In fact it was a status symbol of lead characters of elite families. Many popular Bollywood songs were pictured on leading ladies sporting  designer night suits. With the changing time, we saw the arrival of western style clothes in place of night suits. But, still we find some people using the night suits as status symbols in their air conditioned houses in metro cities.

Veena Jagtap in 'Bigg Boss Marathi' season 2
Veena Jagtap in ‘Bigg Boss Marathi’ season 2

Now, talking about the use of night suits by our Marathi stars, recently we saw actress Veena Jagtap  displaying different designs of night suits through her ongoing TV show ‘Marathi Big Boss 2′. In fact, her night suits have become the new attraction and it will not be surprising to find the female audience copying her designs. So much has been the talk about her night suits.

Even otherwise, Veena has been the most popular participant in this show and is making her presence felt through display of her skills besides her variety of  designer night suits. Having worked in Hindi and Marathi serials before and also in one Marathi film, she is very comfortable taking up challenges in the ongoing show. Now, it remains to be seen, whether she will be the hot favourite to win the crown?

‘Swarajya Janani Jijamata’ on Sony Marathi from 19th August

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj the ideal King who has been the inspiration of the people of Maharashtra is worshipped like a God. And his mother Rajamata Jijaoo who was his first Guru is also known as the brave woman who encouraged her son to fight injustice. She was not only known as an ideal mother, the duty bound wife but also an efficient administrator.

Actress Amruta Pawar in 'Swarajya Janani Jijamata
Actress Amruta Pawar in ‘Swarajya Janani Jijamata

Till now, we have seen the heroic deeds of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and also his brave son Sambhaji Maharaj through Marathi films and serials. Now, through the forthcoming Marathi TV serial ‘Swarajya Janani Jijamata’  the home viewers will get to see the strengths of this brave mother of Shivaji Maharaj . The serial is all set to be aired on Sony Marathi channel from 19th August from Monday to Saturday at 8.30 pm.

In a press conference held recently Sony Marathi Business head Mr. Ajay Bhalwankar unveiled the title song of this serial, which briefs important moments in the life of Rajmata Jijabai. On this occasion the entire team of lyricist , music director and singers were present along with director Vivek Deshpande, writers Vivek Apte & Prasad Thosar. This is the second production from Dr. Amol Kolhe, who is the producer of this serial along with Vilas Sawant and Ghanashyam Rao. Nishtha Vaidya and Amruta Pawar will be playing the younger and elder title roles of Jijaoo in this serial.

Dr Amol Kolhe, Ajay Bhalwankar, Nishtha Vaidya, -Chinmay Mandlekar, Amruta Pawar
Dr Amol Kolhe, Ajay Bhalwankar, Nishtha Vaidya, -Chinmay Mandlekar, Amruta Pawar

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Amol Kolhe said that he very much wanted to show the new generation the importance of a brave mother and her timely decisions . “This serial will be a biggest tribute to Jijamata.”

Varad Chavan impresses as Police Inspector in ‘Jeevalaga’

Till recently, the ongoing Marathi serial ‘Jeevalaga’ on Star Pravah was centred around four lead characters played by Swapnil Joshi, Amruta Khanvilkar, Siddharth ChandekarMadhura Deshpande and few character artistes around them. But, with the new twist in this serial and with the entry of Police Inspector played by Varad Chavan there are many interesting happenings taking place in this serial. However, it is Varad Chavan with his new image as a police inspector has been inviting all the attention, with his particular style of dialect which also invites some humour into this serial.

Marathi Serial 'Jeevlaga' on Star Pravah
Marathi Serial ‘Jeevlaga’ on Star Pravah

Having performed variety of roles in many TV serials and Marathi films, Varad established his own identity as an actor through his characters played in ‘Ajuni Chand raat Aahe’, ‘Mangalsutra’, ‘Asmita’, ‘Devyani‘, ‘Madhu Ithe Chara Tithe’, ‘Ek Taas Bhutacha’ & ‘Runji’ serials. He also impressed through his important roles in Marathi films like ‘Kho Kho’, ‘On Duty 24 taas’, ‘Tujhi Majhi Love Story’, ‘Shrimant Damodar Pant’ and so on.

Varad ChavanVarad is now following the footsteps of his father late Vijay Chavan a legend of Marathi entertainment industry. During the past few years, he has also gained a lot of experience, to prove his skills.Last time when we met him, he had said that was more keen on playing an angry young man action hero and with this role of Police Inspector, this 6ft + tall smart and handsome actor has certainly been receiving not only good response from his admirers but is also likely to receive better offers from the TV and serial film makers . But, this present role of Police Inspector in ‘Jeevalaga’ will surely take him a long way to attain more and more success in his acting career.

Is Neha Shitole moving close to winning ‘Big Boss 2’?

Bigg boss Marathi Contestant Neha Shitole
Bigg boss Marathi Contestant Neha Shitole

To think about Neha Shitole and a frank fiery character of a young woman comes before your eyes. So much has been her strength through every important character she has  played on television or films. Now, this Bold, Frank participant of ‘Big Boss 2′ is  today popularly as Task Queen is moving close to winning the Big Boss-2 crown. That’s  what her well wishers feel , looking at her popularity and performance in this reality  show so far. Neha has also been praised by host Mahesh Manjrekar on her performance to
complete her task successfully. Her ability to convincingly prove her point in front of  her opponents has also been highly appreciated by viewers.

Actress Neha Shitole
Actress Neha Shitole

Recently, after completing 60 days of the show, she lost one of her friend and well wishers in this show Madhav Devchake , who saw his exit from the show. Watching his exit  she had burst into tears. But, she had assured Madhav that she would complete full 100
days in this show . So much of confidence he has on herself. The show has also taken a  new turn after controversial participant Abhijeet Bichkule has returned back. It may be recalled that from the very first day, Neha couldn’t get well along with him, but somehow
managed to be friendly later.

Now that the show is heading towards the final stage, the family week task is set to  begin and Neha is expected to receive her husband Nachiket . And after his meeting Neha  is surely going to get a boost her confidence to make all possible attempts to win the
crown.

कलर्स मराठीवर पहा ‘लक्ष्मी नारायण’ यांचा अलौकिक विवाह सोहळा!

न भूतो न भविष्यति असा हा लक्ष्मीनारायणाचा विवाह सोहळा  “श्री लक्ष्मीनारायण” मालिकेमध्ये प्रेक्षकांना पहायला मिळणार आहे… “श्री लक्ष्मी – नारायण” यांची अद्भुत महागाथा पहिल्यांदाच कलर्स मराठीने प्रेक्षकांच्या भेटीला आणली… ज्यामध्ये प्रेक्षकांना नुकतेच समुद्रमंथन पहायला मिळाले. हे समुद्र मंथन विष्णु आणि लक्ष्मीच्या दृष्टीकोनातून प्रेक्षकांना बघायला मिळाले. नारायण आणि लक्ष्मी यांची भेट व्हावी आणि त्यांचा विवाह संपन्न होण्यासाठी समुद्रमंथन घडून येणे अत्यावश्यक होते.

Laxmi - Narayan Vivah Sohala, on Colors Marathi
Laxmi – Narayan Vivah Sohala, on Colors Marathi

लक्ष्मी नारायण यांचा विवाह विधीयुक्त पार पडणार असून यामध्ये सीमांत पूजन, गौरीहर या विधीसाठी साक्षात महादेव आणि पार्वती विष्णुलोकामध्ये अवतरणार आहेत, तर मंगलाष्टकांसाठी फुलांचा आंतरपाट, फुल- दिव्यांच्या रोषणाईमध्ये सजलेला दरबार आणि मंडप असा दिव्य सोहळा पार पडणार आहे … परंतू, या लग्नात अनेक विघ्ने येणार आहेत.. लक्ष्मी आणि नारायण यांच्या विवाहाच्या अलक्ष्मी मात्र विरोधात आहे. श्री विष्णुशी विवाह करण्याची अलक्ष्मीची असलेली इच्छा तिने व्यक्त देखील करून दाखविली होती, पण ती आता सत्यात उतरणे कठीण आहे हे समजताच अलक्ष्मीचा क्रोध अनावर झाला…  त्यामुळे लक्ष्मी नारायण यांच्या मंगलमय विवाह सोहळ्यामध्ये अलक्ष्मी कुठले विघ्न तर आणार नाही ना ?  हे बघणे रंजक असणार आहे… तेंव्हा नक्की बघा श्री लक्ष्मी – नारायण यांचा अलौकिक विवाह सोहळा २ ऑगस्ट संध्या ७.०० वा. आपल्या कलर्स मराठीवर.

Vaibhav Mangle to play Judge of ‘Yuva Singer Ek Number’

Reality shows on Singing has always invited attention on Marathi television. Now, the promo of new reality show for young singers suitably titled Yuva  Singer Ek Number’ on Zee Yuva channel is all set to begin from 7th August 2019. And to judge this programme the hosts have appointed Vaibhav Mangle , who is himself a singer with a lot of knowledge of classical music. So, this time the home viewers will get to know the other talent of Vaibhav Mangle, who is recognised for his comedy roles.

Actor Vaibhav Mangle
Actor Vaibhav Mangle

Not many are are aware that Vaibhav actually wanted to make his career as a singer. And therefore, through this programme, he will get an opportunity to offer his perfect judgement besides bringing some humour with his expert comments. Many are also aware about his straight forward attitude. Vaibhav himself is happy with this new role and so are his well wishers, who are waiting for his return on small screen.