Shri Sai Baba returns to Marathi television after 20 years
Renowned Saint from Maharashtra Sant Shri Sai baba has large number of followers across the world. Some call him Baba , some call him Sai while for others he is Sainath. We had seen a serial on Saibaba on Marathi television 20 years ago. Now, a new Marathi serial on Saibaba returns to Marathi television on Fakta Marathi channel and will go on air from 15th March 2021 from 8 pm onwards. The serial is titled ‘Saibaba – Shraddha Aani Saburi’. Making this announcement Fakt Marathi Channel Business Head Shyam Malekar said that their channel has always paid attention on quality subjects and therefore felt that for 20 long years there has been no serial on Saibaba and therefore their serial will be something special.
This serial will present some unknown facts in the life of Shri Saibaba especially during the period 1856 to 1918. The highlight of this serial is recreating Shirdi during this period, by well Known art director Ajit Dandekar, who is also producer of this serial. The research and direction of this serial is by Prasad Shrikant Thosar, while the most important title role is played by Abhijit Pawar. Along with him are other important artistes like Deepti Bhagwat, Omkar Karve, Anjali Dilip, Ved Ambre, Dnyanesh Wadekar, Nandini Vaidya, Dinesh Kanade, Sandeep Redkar, Baban Joshi, Nilesh Mane, Pratik Angane, Prasad Raorane and Astad Kale
Artistes of ‘Fatteshikast’ build replicas of Fort
The festival of Diwali is known for celebrating happiness . But, there are also some rituals connected with this festival over the years. During this festival, there has been an old tradition of building replicas of famous forts, in which people of all age groups take part with a lot of enthusiasm .
Keeping this tradition alive, artistes of the forthcoming Marathi film ‘Fatteshikast’ also got together into this traditional practice. Director Digpal Lanjekar along with artistes Astad kale, Ajay Purkar, harish Dudhade, Vikram Gaikwad, Prasad Limaye, Akshay Waghmare, Mrunmayee Deshpande, Trupti Toradmal, Ruchi Savarna and Nakshatra Medhekar took part in this collective mission of building the replica of a fort . And this goes very well with the theme of this film.
Through this mission their only aim was to keep the old tradition alive. Presented by Almonds Creation with the support of A.A. Films, ‘Fatehshikast’ will be released all over Maharashtra on 15th November 2019.
Astad Kale turns emotional about his friendship with Maadhav Deochake
Both Astad Kale and Maadhav Deochake are known for their memorable roles of two brothers Raghav and kanha in the popular TV serial ‘Saraswati’. Last year Astad kale found his entry into Big Boss Marathi as one of the important contestants and this time in Big Boss-2 his small screen brother Madhav Deochake has stepped in as a contestant.
With Madhav’s entry into Big Boss 2, Astad kale has reacted with his emotion filled message for Madhav, recalling their friendship during ‘Saraswati’ serial and how their relationship as brothers turned into solid friendship. Astad Kale feels that Madhav Deochakke clarity on different issues and takes the liberty to scold his near and dear ones. Then wishing Madhav all the best for this show, Astad says that being a good cricketer Madhav possesses sportsman spirit and expects him to face the task with the same spirit in this show.
Aastad Kale
Biography / Profile:
Born : 16 May
Birthplace : Pune
Occupation : Actor
Television gives you name and fame. One such youngster from Pune is Aastad Kale, who is more known as a Marathi television actor. Aastad, who during his earlier years was trained in classical music, did perform in classical plays, including Paresh Mokashi directed classical play ‘Lagna Kallol‘. He was actively associated with Marathi stage in Pune, till he found suitable roles in Marathi serials ‘Oon Paus‘, ‘Vadalvaat‘ followed by ‘Asambhav‘, ‘Agnihotra‘, ‘Pudhcha Paul‘ and so on. Aastad has also performed in films like ‘Platform‘( In lead role) besides, ‘Mission Possible‘ and ‘Nirop‘.
Filmography:
- Movie(s)
- Lagna Mubarak (2018)
- Farzand (2018)
- Nivdung (2016)
- Platform( 2011)
- Mission Possible (2007)
- Nirop
- Serial(s)
- Bigg Boss (Colors Marathi)
- Saraswati (Colors Marathi)
- Pudhacha Paul (Star Pravah)
- Devyani (Star Pravah)
- Oon Paus
- Vaadalvat
- Asambhav
- Play(s)
- Tila Kahi Sangaychay (2018)
- Lagna Kallol
Award(s):
Interview(s):
Astad Kale- making his presence felt
“I am more keen on doing films and stage”- Astad Kale
‘Lagna Mubarak’ teaser creates a buzz
Some films create a buzz prior to their release and forthcoming Marathi film ‘Lagna Mubarak‘ is one of them. Ever since the teaser of this film was launched, this film has become the topic of discussion among Marathi film lovers. Written and directed by the duo Chetan Chawda and Sagar Pathak this film deals with the subject of politicization of religion and caste in our society. The film is produced by Gauri Pathak and presented by Abhay Pathak and Ajinkya Jadhav and is set for release on 11th May 2018.
The music of this film is composed by Sai- Piyush & Troy- Arif . Highlight of this film is that two renowned film makers Sanjay Jadhav and Mahesh Manjrekar will be performing in ‘Lagna Mubarak‘ film as artistes. The other lead artistes of this film are, Prarthana Behere, Sanskruti Balgude, Aastad Kale, Siddhant Muley, Pravin Tarde, Milind Dastane, Ramesh Pardeshi, Devendra Gaikwad, Vandana Vaknis, Amarnath Kharade, Parth Ghatge, Chetan Chawda & Gaurav Rokade.
“I am more keen on doing films and stage”- Astad Kale
Television gives you name and fame. One such youngster from Pune is Astad Kale, who is more known as a Marathi television actor. Astad, who during his earlier years was trained in classical music, did perform in classical plays, including Paresh Mokashi directed classical play ‘Lagna Kallol‘. He was actively associated with Marathi stage in Pune, till he found suitable roles in Marathi serials ‘Oon Paus‘, ‘Vadalvaat‘ followed by ‘Asambhav‘, ‘Agnihotra‘, ‘Pudhcha Paul‘ and so on. Presently, he is playing lead role in ongoing TV serial ‘Saraswati‘.
Astad has also performed in films like ‘Platform‘( In lead role) besides, ‘Mission Possible‘ and ‘Nirop‘. His next film ‘Damlelya Babachi Kahani‘ in the lead role opposite Sanskruti Balgude, is all set to release on 24th June 2016. And obviously, Astad is excited about it. When Marathi Movie World met Astad recently, he frankly admitted that he was more keen on doing films and stage. “Television does help you reach every household in Maharashtra, but, when you perform on stage or in films, it’s a totally different experience,” he said.
Astad was unlucky not to find suitable roles in films, because film makers felt that he was too busy as a TV artiste. When we asked Astad, what he felt about the success achieved by the film ‘Sairat‘, he quickly reacted, ” ‘Sairat‘ has brought good days for Marathi films. I appreciate their success.” He concluded.
Team of ‘Damalelya Babachi Kahani’ promise a sensible subject
Nitin Chavan has been associated with Marathi stage for the past several years in Pune. Now, he has turned a film maker, with his forthcoming Marathi film ‘Damlelya Babachi Kahani‘ . He has not only produced this film along with Vishal Dhanavade, but has also directed it along with Yogesh Jadhav. On Monday evening, he unveiled the first look of his film along with the most important song of father and daughter emotional bonding, on which the film is based.
Apart from makers of this film, the lead important artistes of this film, Sandeep Khare, Sanskruti Balgude, Deepti Bhagwat, child artiste Shreya Pasalkar & Astaad Kale were also present. Nitin Chavan who has himself written the script of this film, explained as to how he was inspired to make this film, after watching the injustice on young girls in our country. “I have specifically presented the concern of the young girl’s father, who most of the time thinks about the safety of his daughter. At the same time, I have tried to present the feelings of the daughter for her father, who has formed an opinion about him, that her father is the World’s greatest father,” he added.
The first look and the song video, clearly suggest that the makers of this film and the lead artistes, especially Sandeep Khare, Sanskruti Balgude, Deepti Bhagwat and Aastaad Kale are likely to touch the hears of the Marathi audience, with their emotion filled characters in this film. They promise a sensible subject through their film. Being a family social film, ‘Damlelya Babachi Kahani‘ film has already invited the attention of critics at various international film festivals. The film is all set to release all over Maharashtra on 24th June 2016 .The makers of this film are also planning to host the shows of this film in USA next month. They have also planned to donate some amount from the profits, towards education of daughters of farmers, who have committed suicide.
Colors Marathi to begin their new serial ‘Saraswati’ from 28th December
Colors Marathi channel are all set to begin their new Marathi serial ‘Saraswati‘ from Today, Monday 28th December 2015. This new serial will be aired from Monday to Saturday at 7 pm. Two actors namely Sangram Salvi and Astad kale who were seen on Star Pravah’s serials ‘Devyani’ and ‘Pudhcha Paul’ respectively, will be playing important roles of two brothers in this serial.
Produced by Media Monks Entertainment Pvt Ltd; and directed by Mangesh Kanthale, this serial introduces a fresh face Titeeksha Tawde in the title role. The serial also stars Madhav Deochakke in an important role, along with talented Amruta Sant and versatile artistes like Surekha Talwalkar & Shekhar Phadke. The subject of this serial seems to be a love story combined with a family drama.
‘Platform’ addresses issue on Girl child abuse
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Producers: Veena Lokur And Arif Vadgama Director, Story, Dialogues: Veena Lokur Screenplay: Veena Lokur, Shamal Chavan Lyrics: Ashwini Shende Music: Nilesh Moharir Editor: Rajesh Rao Cinematographer: Suresh Deshmane Cast : Mohan Joshi, Sharad Ponkshe, Astad Kale, Prashant Patil, Shubhani Joshi & Sai Lokur Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
After achieving success through her first Marathi production ‘Mission Champion’, Film maker Veena Lokur from Belgaum has now offered one more sensible film ‘Platform'; which speaks about the Girl child abuse in India. Veena Lokur, who also makes her debut as a director through this film, has gone beyond the subject of Female foeticide to show the reality in our society, where girl child is still considered as a burden by the parents; especially in the weaker section of the society.
Through this film, Veena Lokur has launched her daughter Sai, who plays an important central role of Shivani Deshmukh, from a well to do family. Shivani, who is a final year college student, is about to find a campus recruitment and is returning home after attending a workshop; when she witness a horrifying act of parents, who just drop their two daughters into her compartment and run away, as the train leaves a platform after the halt.
Shivani (Sai Lokur) who takes the lead to hand over the girls to the Police, when she reaches her destination. But, she is deserted by all her friends. It is only her best friend Aditya (Astaad kale), who supports her and the two little girls ( aged 4 and 5 yrs) are taken to the Police station. But, at the Police station they experience the reality about the law, besides the child abuse. However, Aditya’s father (Sharad Ponkshe) being a lawyer, suggests them a way out. It looks like all roads are closed for Sai , as the parents of the missing girls cannot be traced. Shivani takes up the custoday of the two girls, much against the wish of her parents (Mohan Joshi and Veena Lokur).
When, Aditya also notices Shivani going out of the way to help the girls and getting emotionally involved in them, he too loses interest in her and leaves for US to take up a job.
He however, keeps in touch with Shivani over phone like a good friend. Shivani separates from her parents and adopts the girls. She takes good care of them, by offering good education for next 11 years. When the girls attain teenage, a particular incident in their life takes them to their past. Shivani has to reveal the true happenning. This is almost towards the climax of the film, when director Veena Lokur concludes her story with an appropriate end.
The film has a strong subject to convey, but to show the actual happening on the platform, her screenplay takes its own time. It is only little before interval, the film actually takes the momentum. To fill up the gaps in the first session, the director has taken help of music, with the inclusion of two songs. Lyricist Ashwini Shende’s fine wordings have received the composition from talented music director Nilesh Moharir.
Cinematographer Suresh Deshmane’s wonderful work is clearly visible, especially in the outdoors. His execution with different camera angles has made the job of director much easier. Being a debutant, Veena Lokur has done her best.
Newcomer Sai Lokur, who also makes her debut as an actress, looks more confident and appealing. She has performed the role of a protagonist with sincerity. Astaad kale, who also plays the leading man for the first time, is at ease and perfectly fits into that role of Aditya. Mohan Joshi and Sharad Ponkshe in the role of parents have nothing much to offer, but they have played their respective roles well. Veena Lokur is just fine in the role of sai’s mother in the film and so are the other characters of the film. The two child artistes and the grown up girls have performed their parts well. The film has already won the State Government award as one of the best films this year. But, to be eligible for international awards, it requires editing, especially in the three songs, except one background and few unwanted scenes in the first session. However, ‘Platform’ does succeed in passing a social message at the most appropriate time. This being a sincere effort from the lady film maker, it is to be appreciated.