Marathi films well received on OTT Platform
During the year 2020 and 2021 we had seen some of the Marathi films released on OTT platform due to spread of Corona virus. Subsequently, the theatres were opened after lifting of lockdown. But, there wasn’t satisfying response for Marathi as well as Hindi films, as it used to be prior to 2020. But, the same Marathi Films when released on OTT platform received good response not only amongst the Marathi viewers but also among non- Marathi viewers.
To be specific, this year 2022, we saw very good response to ‘Dharmaveer’ a biopic on Late Shiv Sena leader from Thane Anand Dighe. Prasad Oak who played his role received appreciation besides winning awards. Now, recently released films like ‘Dagadi Chawl-2 ( On Amazon Prime), ‘Chandramukhi ( On Netflix), Anannya and ‘Time Pass 3’ on Zee 5 besides ‘Zombivali’ and ‘Benwad’ are also inviting attention on OTT platform. Does that mean that Marathi film lovers prefer to watch the films sitting at home and while travelling on their mobile phones?
“Whatever you decide to do, is possible” – Hruta Durgule
Described as the most attractive woman on Marathi television, Hruta Durgule is in the news now days. Her two Marathi films will be released back to back in next two weeks. While ‘Ananya’ is releasing on 22nd July, ‘Timepass 3′ will be released on 29th July 2022. In these two films Hruta is playing different type of characters. But, more challenging will be her title role in ‘Ananya’ for which she has worked very hard. 
Actress Hruta Durgule in Ananya Movie
Written and Directed by Pratap Phad this film is a cinematic version of his own Marathi play. Produced by Dhruv Das, Ravi Jadhav and Sanjay Chhabriya, in this film Hruta plays a young intelligent girl who loses her both the hands in an accident. She overcomes this handicap by hard work and tries to be self reliant . How she does it is what this inspiring film has tried to show to the audience. Hruta has uploaded a video showing how she worked hard for the preparation of this role.
Speaking about her hard work, Hruta says, “ After I signed this film, I knew that I had to work very hard and be psychologically strong. The first thing I did was to lose my weight. Later, while doing my workout on flexibility, I used to cry. At one stage I even felt like giving up, but the tagline of this film inspired me to make this possible. I kept in mind one mantra- ’Yes, whatever you decide to do, is possible’. And that’s how I found ‘Ananya’ in me.”
Inspiring Trailer of ‘Ananya’ released
Ever since it was decided to make the film ‘Ananya’ on Pratap Phad’s Super hit Marathi play, it became clear to all that cinematic liberties will be taken to further highlight the struggle of a girl to make all impossible things possible. Now, the trailer of this inspiring film has been released, making it very clear that writer director Pratap Phad has been able to explore the best out of lead character Hruta Durgule, who plays the title role in this film.
Trailer of this film shows how this young M.Com Gold medallist after losing her both hands in an accident , takes up the challenge to become self sufficient with hard work and self confidence. It will be interesting to see her inspiring story on big screen from 22nd July 2022. Besides Hruta, this film also stars Amey Wagh, Chetan Chitnis, Suvrat Joshi, Yogesh Soman, Rucha Apte, Renuka Daftardar and Sunil Abhyankar in key roles.
‘Ananya’ poster released on Women’s day
The International Women’s day was considered to be the perfect day for the launch of poster of new Marathi film ‘Ananya’. So, Dhruv Das, Ravi Jadhav and Sanjay Chhabriya Producers of this film officially released the poster of their film on this day. The poster of this film clearly suggests the determination and hard work put in by a young girl while living her life happily in spite of being handicapped. 
Ananya Movie Poster, Hruta Durgule Actress
The tagline of this film ‘Sahkya Aahe, tumhi je tharwal te Shakya aahe’ ( ‘It’s possible, Whatever you decide is possible’) is very well suited to this film, which is written and directed by Pratap Phad. Speaking about her role, the lead actress of this film Hruta Durgule says, “Life is very beautiful. And one should live life to heart’s content. The film will offer you lots of energy with positive thinking.” Producer Ravi Jadhav feels that they picked up the right day to release the poster of their film to honour all brave women. The film will be released on 10th June 2022.
Poster of Hruta Durgule’s debut film ‘Ananya’ unveiled
Popular television actress Hruta Durgule is making her debut in Marathi films through forthcoming film ‘Ananya’ written and directed by Pratap Phad. The poster of this film was unveiled recently, which shows Ruta with challenge in her eyes. This film is produced by big names involving Ravi Jadhav, Sanjay Chabriya and Dhruv Das with music provided by Samir Saptiskar.
The film is based on super hit Marathi play written and directed by Pratap Phad and therefore there are big expectations from Hruta Durgule in this title role, for which she has already undergone training before the film’s shooting, which is now complete. The film is waiting for theatrical release soon. Speaking about her film , Hruta says, “Actually I was eagerly waiting for this film’s release. Now, when we find normalcy returning soon, like my entire team, I am also anxiously waiting for this film to release in theatre.”
TV Star Hruta Durgule to play ‘Ananya’ on big screen
Sensational Marathi play ‘Ananyaa’ which received overwhelming response from Marathi stage audience in the recent past, will now be presented on the big screen. The play is still drawing good crowds, with Rutuja Bagwe playing the title role. Now, TV star Hruta Durgule has been selected to play this central role in this new film ‘Ananya’. Incidentally, she will be making her debut in Marathi films through this film. Produced by Dhruv Das and Ravi Jadhav the film is directed by Pratap Fad.
The muhurat of this film was performed in Pune recently, with the beginning of film’s shooting. Though the play on this subject received good response, the makers of this film will take some cinematic liberties to appeal and inspire the film audience. Other artistes of this film are still to be finalised. The film will be released this year only, according to the makers.