‘आई काळुबाई’ हे सातारा जिल्ह्यातल्या वाई तालुक्यातलं लाखो भक्तांचं श्रद्धास्थान असलेलं देवस्थान आहे.  मालिकेतली गोष्ट ही आर्याच्या भक्तीची आणि काळुबाईच्या शक्तीची गोष्ट आहे. या मालिकेतल्या आर्याची काळुबाईवर असलेली भक्ती तिला सर्व संकटांतून मार्ग काढण्यासाठी मदत करते.

पाटलांच्या घरात कोणीतरी सुरुंग स्फोट घडवण्याचं कारस्थान करतं, पण आर्या मात्र ते कारस्थान हाणून पाडते आणि आर्या काहीतरी करणार असल्याचा अंदाज विराटला येतो. तो आणि पाटील कुटुंब तिच्यावर नजर ठेवू लागतं आणि आर्या घराबाहेर कशी पडणार हा प्रश्न निर्माण होतो. आर्या (वीणा जगताप) आता विराट शक्तीला भेदून गावातलं काळुबाईचं देऊळ उघडणार का, हे येत्या रविवारी, ७ फेब्रुवारी, संध्या. ७ वा. सोनी मराठी वाहिनीवर ‘आई माझी काळुबाई’ या मालिकेच्या महाएपिसोड मधे प्रेक्षकांना पहायला मिळणार आहे.

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In the past there have been many films on power games played by Politicians when it was for gaining or retaining power. Films like ‘Samana’, ‘Sinhasan’, ‘Sarkarnama’, ‘Zenda’, ‘Aajcha Diwas Majha’ and few others have presented different subjects on the backdrop of this power game in politics. Now, latest released film written by Kshitij Patwardhan and Directed by Sameer Vidwans shows how the power game can split the family of a popular Village Sarpanch Nivrrutti Anna Ubhe, after his sad demise.

Set on the backdrop of a Village-Ambegaon in rural Maharashtra, the film has shown how the selfish people including MLA of the district try to prevent the eldest son Navnath ( Ankush Chaudhari) from contesting the election to carry forward the family tradition. But, he finds the clever game played by MLA( Sabnis) to declare the constituency reserved for women and suggesting the name of his step mother (Alka Kubal) by supporting her for his own political gains. If this is not enough, his otherwise ambitious sister in law Monica (Sonalee) is also convinced to contest by their family’s rival Gadhve( Prasad Oak) . Navnath has no other option but to request his obedient wife Harshada ( Sai Tamhankar) to jump into the fray , making it a triangular contest within the family.

So, the real fight which begins, is witnessed only in the second half of this about 169 minutes long film, when all the interesting happenings take place one after the other. A lot of time has thus been wasted in the first half to show how the outsiders get involved with their dirty political games to split the family. What is remarkable to see, is the strong bonding in spite of the split noticed through some of the emotion filled scenes. There are few twists and turns in the film, including the climax, but what appeals the most are the dialogues exchanged between them by the important characters at different situations.

Veteran actress Alka Kubal is at her best . Ankush Choudhari displays his commitment to social work through his powerful character. Sai Tamhankar does very well , especially when she presents ‘Bharud’ during her election campaign. Sonalee has played the ambitious woman taking it as a challenge. Siddharth does well in his role of a lazy and happy go lucky husband, while Amey Wagh gets his share to show his skills through his ‘not so easy’ character. In the role of family’s opponents Prasad Oak dos well, while Umesh Kamat has very little to his share.

There is no scope for music in this film, but the clever cinematography captures the perfect village atmosphere and close up expressions of every important character very well. Full marks to all the artistes for their wonderful performances and to director Sameer for handling all those important scenes with the help of writer Khsitij .  All in all, it is good political based timely film, but should have been shortened lengthwise, especially in the first half.

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Known for his innumerable contribution to medical field, Dr. Tatya Lahane was conferred with PadmaShri civilian award in 2008. But, that was not enough to recognise his work in the field of medical science. Now, a biopic in Marathi titled ‘Dr.Tatya Lahane – Angaar..Power is within‘ directed by Virag Madhumalati Wankhade is getting ready for release all over Maharashtra on 12^th January 2018.

Known for his clean image, Dr. Tatyarao Lahane has worked as a Dean of Grant Medical College and J. J. Hospital, Mumbai, and as an Ophthalmologist he has set a world record with more than 100,000 cataract surgeries. He has always been committed to helping poor people, as he was born in a small village named Makegaon in Latur district of Maharashtra state in a farmer’s family . Today he is 60 years old, but at a young age, both of his kidneys were not functioning and his mother donated one of her kidneys to him.

‘Dr.Tatya Lahane – Angaar..Power Is Within‘ film will certainly highlight his emotional bonding with his mother and his days of struggle during his childhood. Makarand Anaspure plays the lead role in this film along with Alka Kubal, Nishigandha Wad, Ramesh Deo and Bharat Ganeshpure. So, after ‘Dr.  Prakash Amte‘, we look forward to watch another inspiring biopic next week.

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Known for his social service for the past 25 years, Dr.Tatya Lahane has done commendable work with his medical practice reaching to poorest of poor. Now, a biopic is being made on him in Marathi, suitably titled ‘Dr. Tatya Lahane..Angaar..Power is Within‘ , which will be released on 6^th October 2017. Recently, Relay Singing was tried for a song in this film using 327 singers in the age group of 7 to 70 years. The song comprising of 108 words was rendered by these singers at the auditorium of CIDCO Exhibition Centre at Vashi, Navi Mumbai.

As this song was to create world record the representative of Guinness World Records Mr. Swapnil Dangrikar was also present. And, it was officially declared that this song had created a new World record. Also present on the occasion were Dr.Tatya Lahane, Maharashtra Minister Mr. Girish Mahajan, Navi Mumbai Mayor Sudhakar Sonavane, Actress Alka Kubal and others. Incidentally, Alka Kubal is playing the role of Dr.Tatyarao Lahane’s mother in ‘Dr. Tatya Lahane..Angaar..Power is Within‘  inspiring film on Dr.Lahane’s life. Makarand Anaspure is playing the challenging role of Dr.Lahane, while the other important artistes of this film are, Nishigandha Wad, Bharat Ganeshpure & Ramesh Deo. The film is produced and directed by Virag Wankhede, while music is by ‘Ek Hindustani‘.

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Known for her devotion based roles in woman oriented films, Alka Kubal still has a big fan following. Now, she will be presenting a programme’ ‘Darshan’ on Colors channel. It is an interesting programme, based on Gods and Godesses  and will take the viewers on a journey of various temples, to  explain their importance to the devotees.

Even otherwise, the serials based on Gods have been receiving good response. The best examples are serials like ‘Jai Malhar’ on Zee Marathi channel, which was completed 500 episodes and ‘Ganapati Bappa Morya’ on Colors channel. However, in ‘Ganapti Bappa Morya’ Serial  the artiste  playing the character of Parvati, needs to improvise on her dialogue delivery. She speaks with the same tone in different situations.

Zee Marathi channel will start a new serial ‘Ratris Khel Chale’ from 22^nd February 2016. But, it will be telecast at 10.30 pm, as per their advertisement flashing during their programmes; which means, that it will take the time slot of ‘Dil Dosti & Duniyadari’. Does that mean,  ‘Dil Dosti Duniyadari’ will be taking another suitable time slot or is it going to end ? But, recently Zee Marathi and team Dil Dosti Duniyadari presented ‘3D Rock Concert Mumbai’ at Dombivali Gymkhana. Moreover, the serial has been receiving good response, from the home viewers of all age groups. And therefore, it would not be proper to say Goodbye to it.

By the way, there is a good demand for the new serial ‘Tamanna’ presented by Ajinkya Deo on Star Plus channel. Well Known Marathi artiste, Anija Sathe ( ‘Lagori’ serial fame) is playing the lead role in this serial and she has already grabbed the attention of television lovers from Maharashtra, as her huge posters are prominently displayed in all cities of Maharashtra. This serial has begun its telecast from last Monday at 10 PM. Therefore, the viewership of the important programmes on Marathi channels, is likely to get affected, if ‘Tamanna’ attains popularity, in days to come.

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Swami Vivekanand once said, “Take up one idea. Make that one idea your life – think of it, dream of it, live on that idea. Let the brain, muscles, nerves, every part of your body, be full of that idea, and just leave every other idea alone. This is the way to success.” Based on this philosophy, new Marathi film ‘Majhi Shala’ has been set on the backdrop of a small village in Khed, Ratnagiri. Ram, a 10 year old son of a farmer in a village, is passionate about taking education and walks miles to take lessons from a village teacher, who teaches poor children from surrounding villages.

When Ram completes his education, he starts educating children from his own small village. Even after his marriage, his wish is to start a full fledged school in the village. Ram spends from his own pocket to promote education in village and attract children to his school. He makes all his efforts, with the help of his wife Savitri, who does laborious jobs; to meet the family expenses. They offer good education to their own son with the hope that he would also join the mission to spread importance of education in the village. However, the son, watching the financial condition of his parents, prefers to take up a job of a teacher in Mumbai. The desire to escape normal life and do something different for the society, keeps Ram’s mind, body and spirit totally involved, to accomplish his mission in life.

It is Ram’s strong wish that keeps him going; and finally we see his dream come true. But, an unfortunate incidence takes place little before interval. However, that does not deter the strong wish of Ram. The film sends a strong message to the society, emphasizing the importance of education in rural parts of India. We have been hearing of Government schemes; but, is the education reaching to the grass root level ? This is what the film has tried to voice through its script. It also throws light on corruption at Panchayat level, raising its ugly head, due to illiteracy in villages.

The film looks like a documentary at the initial stage; but, little before interval writer- director Shantanu Anant Tambe brings a twist into the screenplay, challenging the science and medical field; besides the administration. At the stroke of interval, you get the feeling that the film is over; as the director’s name appears on the screen, instead of the word ‘interval’. But, soon you realise that the dream of the school teacher is yet to be fulfilled. The post interval session is unpredictable, which goes in believing the unbelievable things; only to see the happy end.

This low budget Marathi film is well presented. But, showing Arun Nalawade and Alka Kubal as newly wed couple in the flashback looks little odd. That is the only drawback of the film. The director could have opted for a young couple instead; as there were not many scenes . There is no doubt about their performances; as both Arun Nalawade and Alka Kubal Athlye have given their best like versatile artistes, through all their emotion filled scenes. In the role of Ram during his childhood, child actor Akash Waghmode has performed well. In the supporting cast, there are equally good performances coming from Jayant Sawarkar, Ashok Pawde, Deepjyoti, Baban Joshi, Sanchit Yadav, Purnima Vaval

Some of the dialogues in the film are hard hitting at neglect of education in rural areas by the Government. MLA of the area is shown more keen on investing in a beer bar in Mumbai, rather than offering financial help to his village school. This is evident from some of the other scenes shown in the film. Background music by Sachin Deepak is well suited to the screenplay. Sound effects are used well with the village backdrop. Cinematography by Vinayak Jadhav has captured the night scenes very well. The director has shown his commitment to the presentation of his own subject. And the artistes have responded well through their notable performances. ‘Majhi Shala’ has thus turned out to be a stimulating film, with a social message.

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Recently, he picturised a song for the film’s promotion, where he had involved about 20 popular artistes along with their spouses. This experiment is first of its kind in Marathi cinema. “The film lovers will be happy to see their favourite artistes with their real life partners together in this song,” feels Kedar. When this song was picturised for two days, Kedar and his wife paid personal attention on all these special invitees, to see that they were comfortable for that event.

Some of the artistes who took part in this special promotional song were veteran Atmaram Bhende, Kishore Pradhan, Ramdas Padhye, Alka Kubal, Bharat Jadhav,Sandeep Kulkarni, Ashok Shinde, Ankush Choudhary, Sumeet Raghavan, Prasad Oak, Vijay Patkar & Shreyas Talpade. The film will be due for release soon .

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