Watching other Bollywood senior actors like Shakti Kapoor, Anupam Kher and other joining Marathi films. now, veteran actor Om Puri has also joined Marathi films. Om Puri will be playing central character in the forthcoming Marathi film ’15 August Bhagile 26 January’. Recently, muhurat of this film took place in Pune, in presence of Forest Minister of Maharashtra, Mr. Patangrao Kadam.

This film is produced by Lahu Jadhav & Shankar Mitkari, while Pitambar Kale directs this film. The film’s story is by Purushottam Borkar, while screenplay, dialogues and lyrics are by Aaba Gaikwad. ’15 August Bhagile 26 January’ also stars Manoj Joshi, Kishori Shahane, Deepali Sayyed, Bhau Kadam & Prema Kiran in important roles.

Speaking on the occasion, Om Puri, proudly called himself Marathi. “For the past 40 years, I am living in Mumbai. Maharashtra has given me name, fame and money. I love Marathi literature and I do watch Marathi films and Marathi plays regularly.” he said.

Till now, entry of senior Bollywood artistes in Marathi, hasn’t made much difference in film’s success. Now, it remains to be seen, how Om Puri succeeds in inviting the attention of Marathi audience.