A crow named ‘Martin’ is doing the promotion of the film ‘Funeral’
Ever since the poster of Marathi film ‘Funeral (फनरल)’ was launched in a crematorium, this film has been in the news. Now, this film is the topic of discussion for its unique promotion at different film festivals, including IFFI, for using a huge crow who is named ‘Martin’ in this film.
The film gives a valid message through its unusual tagline ‘Jagu Anande Nighu Anande’ which says a lot about living happily and departing happily. This film has been made by little known young film makers pair comprising of Producer and script writer Ramesh Dighe and director Vivek Dube. Crow, which is considered to be inauspicious among other birds in our religion, is presented as an important character in this film, with whom the lead character of Aroh Velankar communicates.
In short, the film makers have tried to explain the importance of a crow, during the 10th day of the post death rituals; when people are eager to feed the crow. This film starring Aroh Velankar, Tanvi Barve, Sambhaji Bhagat, Prema Sakhardande, Vijay Kenkre is now all set to release on 10th June 2022 .
Fine gesture by Aaroh Velankar
At a time when many of our Bollywood artistes could not come together to help the flood victims of Maharashtra during the recent calamity, our Marathi artistes are doing a commendable work to raise the funds and help for these victims. Recently, Aroh Velankar, the finalist of ‘Big Boss 2 Marathi show’ also showed a fine gesture by donating Rs. 1 lakh towards flood relief fund after meeting the Chief Minister of Maharashtra Mr. Devendra Fadnavis.
Taking note of this fine gesture by this actor, the Chief Minister’s office also tweeted this news. Speaking about his help, Aroh said, “I have been helping for a social cause for a long time. But, I don’t like to make it public. This time, the Chief Minister’s office made it Public through their tweet.” He further added, “The natural calamity due to heavy rains was witnessed by me, while I was working on the Big Boss sets. And had made up my decision to offer some financial help from my side for this purpose.”
It may be recalled that Aroh is already associated with various social welfare organisations. He participates in awareness campaigns of ‘I Vote’ besides working for the welfare of handicapped people. With his active involvement in such social projects, his well wishers are all praise for him.
Ajay Naik’s ‘Hostel Days’ to present Prarthana along with Aroh & Virajas
Having performed with popular actors like Swwapnil Joshi, Vaibhav Tatwavdi & Santosh Juvekar, gorgeous Marathi actress Prarthana Behere is all set to share the big screen with two young actors ‘Rege‘ fame Aroh Velankar and actress Mrunal Kulkarni‘s son Virajas Kulkarni. The name of their film is ‘Hostel Days‘, which is all set to release on 29th December 2017. Directed by Ajay Naik, the film will also present Akshay Tanksale and Sanjay Jadhav in pivotal roles. This film is set on the backdrop of hostel life during early 90s, when there were no mobile phones. So, you can imagine, how they must have communicated with each other.
Being presented by Shree Parshwa Productions and Twenty four Studios ‘Hostel Days‘ is produced by Subhash Bora, Chandan Gehlot and Harvinder Singh of Shree Parshwa Productions in association with Ajay Naik Productions. Speaking about his film, multi talented Ajay Naik says, “Hostel life has always had a special place in the memory of all those who have lived in a Hostel. And for those who couldn’t experience the Hostel Life ever, there has always been a fascination for it. The days spent in hostel always makes one nostalgic, while reminiscing those golden days of life“.
‘Te Aath Divas’ is another family entertainer, with a message
 Rating: ★★★
Studio/presenter: Supremo Entertainment Producers: Shweta Sudhir Snehal Jadhav, Kishor Dhargalkar, Shekhar Pradhan Director: Shyam Swarnlata Dhanorkar Writer: Shashank Kevale Music: Vikas Bhatavdekar, Pankaj Padghan Director of Photography: Navnit Misar Editor: Anant Kamat Genres: Drama Censor: U/A Duration: 124 Min. Cast: Renuka Shahane, Tushar Dalvi, Aaroh Velankar, Deepali Muchrikar, Avinash Masurekar, Sunil Joshi, Atul Todankar, Meena Sonavane, Abhilasha Patil, Suhasini Paranjpe, Abhishek Deshmukh, Akshay Kulkarni, Pandurang Kulkarni, Ramesh Solanki, Ashutosh Gaikwad. Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
Looks like, it’s time for family entertainers, in Marathi films. So, after ‘Rajwade & Sons’, we now find the story of Deodhar joint family, in latest released Marathi film ‘Te Aath Divas’. In ‘Rajwade & Sons’, we saw a foreign returned stylish Uncle of the children, returning home after so many years; while in ‘Te Aath Diwas’, we find the high profile mother of the young would be bride, returning from abroad, after many years.
With this resemblance, ‘Te Aath Divas’ begins with the marriage preparations of young granddaughter Prajakta (Deepali Muchrikar) of Mr. Deodhar( Avinash Masurekar), head of the joint family. The big family comprises of Prajakta’s father Sudhakar( Tushar Dalvi), her eldest Uncle (Sunil Joshi), youngest Uncle( Atul Todankar) , their wives and their children. Prajakta’s mother Vasundhara( Renuka Shahane) who deserts her, while she was just one year old, to take up a foreign assignment, is returning home, after so many years, only to attend the marriage of her daughter.
Not all , except Sr. Deodhar is happy with the arrival of Vasundhara. But, soon she becomes friendly with all, including Prajakta. With just a week left for Prajakta’s marriage, her foreign returned mother notices unhappiness on her daughter’s face. Finally, she tells her mother that she doesn’t want to marry Shrirang (Aroh Velankar), as she likes Jay, a young budding cricketer, living in the neighborhood. And, the mother assures all the help to her. With so many characters around, the story of the film takes a turn, in the post interval session, to surprise the audience, with happy ending.
The theme of the film itself, is not very suitable to Maharashtrian culture, as it is very difficult to believe that a mother would desert her little baby and husband and leave abroad, on a job assignment, to remain totally detached for several years. Therefore, her returning for her daughter’s marriage, doesn’t indicate any attachment, towards her family.
However, the intention of the filmmaker, has been good, to deliver a simple and timely message. Good performances come from all the important artistes, Renuka Shahane, Tushar Dalvi, Sunil Joshi, Atul Todankar Meena Sonavane, Abhilasha Patil and others. Newcomer Deepali Muchrikar, who has portrayed the role of a confused young girl Prajakta, has impressed on her debut. Young Aroh Velankar (‘Rege’ fame) has played his limited role, showing a lot of maturity, like a versatile actor.
It was nice to see veteran actor Avinash Masurekar in Grand father’s role; but, he and the child artiste Ashitosh Gaikwad have performed, as if they were performing on stage. At least, their style of delivering the dialogues indicated it. This was because, the director hasn’t taken cinematic liberties to make the film more interesting. Most of the film is shot indoors, in the house, except for few outdoor scenes. But, it is only because of the performances and the message delivered by the film, it has turned out to be a wholesome family entertainer.
‘Te Aath Diwas’ First look unveiled
First look of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Te Aath Divas’ was unveiled in presence of main artistes of the film and media persons today evening. On this occasion child artiste of the film Ashitosh Gaikwad presented a skit to introduce all the main artists in this film, one by one. And it was a unique way of introducing the artistes to the media.
The film is produced by Kishor Dhargalkar and Shekhar Pradhan and directed by Shyam Dhanorkar.DOP NavnitMisar and music Vikas Bhatavdekar are other credits. The film stars Tushar Pradhan, Renuka Shane, Atul Todankar, Aroh Velankar, Deepali Mucherkar, Avinash Masurekar, Sunil Joshi, Meena Sonavne , Abhilasha Patil ,Ashitosh Gaikwad and others.
The film is all set to release soon.