Sachin Khedekar to return to Marathi stage after 21 years
Renowned stage, television and film actor Sachin Khedekar will be returning to Marathi stage after almost 21 years. Jigisha and Ashtavinayak production companies known for their best Marathi plays ‘Get Well Soon’,’ Hamlet’,’ Hasava Fasavi’,’ Vada Chirebandi’ Char Chaughi’,’ Ajjibai Joraat’ and others; will be producing their next play ‘Bhumika’ with Sachin Khedekar in lead role.
Presented by Chandrakant Kulkarni, this play will witness comeback of Sachin Khedekar on Marathi stage after a log gap and therefore his admirers and well wishers are excited to see him perform on stage. Kshitij Patwardhan has written this play ‘Bhumika’, which is directed by Chandrakant Kulkarni. However, the other artistes of this play are not yet disclosed. Also, the kind of role Sachin will be portraying in this play is also kept in abeyance.
Mahesh Manjrekar ready to present his new Marathi play ‘Filter Coffee’
Renowned film maker Mahesh Manjrekar is now getting ready to stage his Marathi play ‘Filter Coffee’, taking into account the demand for Marathi plays from Marathi audience. Made under the banner of Advait and Ashwami Theatres and presented by Mahesh Manjrekar, this play is written and directed by Mahesh Manjrekar. ‘Filter Coffee’ will be ready to serve the Marathi theatre audience from 6th April 2025.
Produced by Dilip Madhav Jagtap and co-produced by Rahul Bhandare, this play stars Virajas Kulkarni, Vikram Gaikwad, Kunal Meshram, Ankita Lande and Urmila Kanetkar Kothare in lead roles. Speaking about this play, Mahesh Manjrekar says, “ I wanted to present this play in the year 1992, but couldn’t present it that time. Now, I will be presenting it, besides directing. Like perfect filter coffee this coffee will also taste sweet and bitter combination and will be a suspense thriller. I am sure, the Marathi theatre audience will enjoy it.”
Virajas Kulkarni who will be performing on stage for the first time, is excited , as he has got an opportunity to present himself on stage under the direction of reputed director like Mahesh Manjrekar. Music by Hitesh Modak, Light effects by Shital Talpade, production design by Sandesh Bendre and costumes by Laxman Yallapa Gullar are the other credits of this play.
New Marathi Play ‘Me Vs Me’ inaugural show on 25th January
Marathi theatre has been offering variety of subjects on stage. This new year, theatre lovers will have a good choice. One such new play ‘Me Vs Me’ is all set for the inaugural show, bringing together three talented artistes Kshitish Date, Shilpa Tulaskar and Hrishikesh Joshi . Written and directed by Sanjay Jamkhandi this play is produced by Amardeep and Kalpakta.
The first show of this suspense thriller will be held in Ramkrishna More Natyagrih on 25th January 2025 @5.30 pm. This will be followed by shows at Hadapsar on 26th , Thane on 30th January and Deenanath Natyagruh , Vile Parle on 31st January 2025. Apart from Kshitish, Shilpa and Hrishikesh, the other artistes of this play are Chinmay Patwardhan, Mahesh Subhedar and Dinesh Singh.
‘Don Vajun Bavis Minitanni’ offers a good Horror comedy and suspense drama
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Produced by Ajay Vichare, written by Niraj Shivaikar, directed by Vijay kenkre, new Marathi play ‘Don Vajun Bavis Minitanni (दोन वाजुन बावीस मिनिटानी)’ offers a good horror comedy filled suspense drama, which revolves around a big house located at a hill station, Panchgani.
Ketan (Aniket Vishwasrao) and Ritika (Gautami Deshpande) after the birth of their baby move from Mumbai to this old house in Panchgani, as Ketan wants to settle down at a new quiet place with a bigger space. They buy this big house from an old lady. Ketan renovates this new house by changing many original things and leaves for Himachal Pradesh on an excursion trip, leaving behind Ritika and the baby. After his return, Ritika invites Ketan’s old friend Sonali (Rasika Sunil) a psychologist and her husband (Priyadarshan Jadhav) who is into house décor business.
When all four of them are together for drinks & dinner, Rutika reveals to her guests that their new house is haunted. Ketan rules out Rutika’s belief and tries to persuade all of them. But, Rutika suggests her guests to stay overnight and experience the strange happenings at a particular time, during midnight; i.e. at 2 hours 22 minutes. After a lot of persuasion Ketan also agrees and what they experience is seen in the last 20 minutes climax of this play.
But, from start till this climax begins, director Vijay Kenkre has given full justice to this suspense filled story of writer Shivaikar, by incorporating interesting happennings to keep the audience engaged in this suspense filled story. Every character is developed very well, offering them enough scope for their acting skills. But, the actor who generates more laughter through his simple dialogues, is Priyadarshan Jadhav. His has used the village dialect very well, maintaining a perfect timing, that too with ease, in every important situation.
Besides wonderful realistic performances coming from all the four characters, the technical team offers very good support. Suitable set designing by Shital Talpade and sound effects by experts engaged, makes this play more presentable. The digital clock openly visible on the front wall of the set, clearly indicates the time of happening of every important sequence in this suspense filled drama. In fact, the opening scene of this drama itself invites all the attention of the audience. Only shortcoming noticed was that the audience seated on the right corners of the auditorium were denied the sight of the staircase, which also plays an important role in this drama. Surely, the set designer will look into this aspect, during the next shows.
All in all, ‘Don Vajun Bavis Minitanni’ is a good entertainer for all those who love to watch suspense and horror filled plays. Dialogues are well written and go very well with every situation. Thanks to the makers for presenting this wonderful plot live on stage. And this shows the progress of our Marathi drama presenters , making good use of latest technology .
Marathi theatre will unfold the unheard role of Urmila in Ramayan
The audience of Marathi theatre have witnessed variety of subjects on stage. Now, Sumukh Chitra and Anamika will present a legendary classical play mixed with dance and music on Marathi stage through ‘Urmilayan’ from 15th December 2024. The inaugural show of this play will be held at Annabhau Sathe Auditorium in Pune @ 12.30 pm in the afternoon. This is the second offering from Sumukh Chitra drama company produced by Nikhil Jadhav and directed by Sunil Harishchandra.
The focus of this legendary play will be on Urmila –the neglected character in Valmiki Ramayan, which has always remained silent. Through this play, the character of Urmila will speak for herself, clearing all the doubts in the mind of some people. Her character will be seen along with 16 other artistes in this play. Niharika Rajdutt plays Urmila along with Kalpita Rane, Pooja Sadhana, Shravani Gavit, Mrunal Shikhare, Nikita Rajak, Supriya Jadhav, Priyanka Ahire, Amol Bharati, Shivani Mohite, Ajay Patil, Shubham Badgujar, Parag Sutar, Divesh Mohite, Soham Pawar and Pranay Chavan. Arun Radhayan is the production manager of this play with music by Ninad Mahiasalkar.
Muhurat of ‘Pahile Na Mi Tula’ Marathi play
The main attraction of Marathi plays is its title. One such new play which is inviting the attention of Marathi play lovers is ‘Pahile Na Me Tula’. This brand new Marathi play is presented by Anamika & produced by Sumukh Chitra in association with Aryans Group of Companies. Written and directed by Sunil Harischandra this play stars Anshuman Vichare, Hemant Patil and Suvedha Desai in lead roles.
Recently, muhurat of this play was performed in presence of dignitaries like producer Prasad Kambli and Ajay Vichare. Production design by Sandesh Bendre, Music by Ninaad Mhaisalkar, Light effects Rajesh Shinde,Costumes by Varada Sahastrabudhe and make up by Udayraj Taangdi are the other credits. Arwind Ghosalkar and Prasad Savardekar will be incharge of Production management.
Kumar Sohoni’s new play ‘Friend Request’ creates a Buzz….
‘Friend Request’ is a commonly used expression on social media. It is a new way of making friendship with even those who are strangers to you. Sometimes, this way may help you or also land you in trouble. Perhaps looking at the experiences of so many people, a new Marathi play with the title ‘Friend Request’ will be presented soon.
Written by Prasad Dani and directed by Kumar Sohoni, this play stars Ashish Pawar, Priyanka Tendolkar, Atul Mahajan and Ajay Purkar in lead roles. This suspense filled play filled with emotions and comedy, shows how the life of four people changes with one Friend request. The inaugural show of this play will be held in Pune at Tilak Smarak Mandir on 25th January followed by another show next day at Balgandharva Rangmandir on 26th January. The first show in Mumbai will be on 1st February at 3.30 pm in Shivaji Mandir theatre.
Umesh and Priya return to stage after a decade in ‘Jar Tar chi Goshta’
Ten years ago Umesh Kamat and Priya Bapat performed in their first Marathi play ‘Nava Gadi Nava Rajya’ and the pair attained popularity. Thereafter, both of them together performed in films and web series. Now, after almost a decade both of them will be seen together in forthcoming Marathi play ‘Jar Tar Chi Goshta’’ This play is produced by Priya Bapat under the banner of Sonal Production.
‘Jar Tar Chi Goshta’ is directed by Advait Dadarkar and Ranjit Patil . This play is written by Irwati Karnik and stars Umesh Kamat, Priya Bapat Kamat, Pallavi Ajay and Ashutosh Gokhale. Speaking about her play, Priya said, “This is my second commercial play through my home production and I am glad that I am part of this play as an actress. I was very keen on working with Umesh once again on Marathi stage. And, my wish has come true through this play. So, eagerly looking forward to appear in front of the stage audience.”
Bhargavi Chirmule’s unusual role in ‘Yetoy To Khatoy’
Actress Bhargavi Chirmule has earned name and fame in Marathi entertainment industry. She is also very active on social network, regularly keeping touch with her fans. Now, she will be seen in an unusual role on Marathi stage. Bhargavi is playing a Gavran character of Radha in new Folk play ‘Yetoy To Khatoy (येतोय तो खातोय )’. She is talking about exchanging new notes for old notes. And to know more about her character, you will have to see this play.
Hrishikesh Joshi
Presented Sandesh Sudhir Bhat and produced by Mohan Damle, Milan Topkar & Chandrashekhar Athlye, ‘Yetoy To Khatoy (येतोय तो खातोय )‘ has given enough scope to Bhargavi to display her acting and dancing skills through this play. Speaking about her character, Bhargavi says that till now, she had not performed such kind of role and hence feels that it is more challenging. Written by Sr. Journalist Vijay Kuvalekar and directed by Hrishikesh Joshi, this play also stars along with Bhargavi in the lead roles renowned artistes like Hrishikesh Joshi, Santosh Pawar, Swapnil Rajshekhar, Adhokshaj Karhade, Mayura Ranade, salim Mulla, Hrishikesh Vamburkar and Mahesh Valunj
Subodh, Sai Lokur to attend First Children’s Play event in Belgaum
Balrangabhoomi Abhiyan, Mumbai, will oragasise a two day competition of Children’s plays in Belgaum on 18th and 19th February 2023 at Sant Meera High School.This event has received the support from Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Natya Parishad, Belgaum and Fulora, Belgaum. In this competition 25 to 30 schools from Belgaum will take part with each school represented by 15 children, thus numbering around total 300 children.
Actress Sai Lokur, Marathi Bigg Boss- season 1 contestants
Ms. Veena Lokur President of Balrangabhoomi Abhiyan has informed the media that Popular actor Subodh Bhave and popular actress Sai Lokur along with Prasad Pandit and Event Chief Meena Naik will be present at this event. An acting workshop will also be conducted for the 300 children participants. The event will be inaugurated by Sai Lokur and Subodh Bhave will be present for the concluding ceremony as a chief guest. It may be recalled that Sai Lokur began her acting career in Belgaum through a play.