‘Jai Malhar’ fame Devdatta Nage turns ‘Doctor Don’
Devdatta Nage who played an important character of Khanderaya in popular mythological TV serial (Jai Malhar) will now be playing a contrasting title character of ‘Doctor Don’ in forthcoming Marathi serial on Zee Yuva. This serial is all set to be telecast soon. Though the title of this serial sounds strong, it will be a comedy subject according to the makers. With this serial Devdatta Nage will be making his comeback on television after two years.
It may be recalled that Zee Yuva channel has been presenting variety of subjects through various serial to entertain the home viewers. Some of the popular serials have been ‘Freshers’, ‘Bunmaska’, ‘Love Lagna Locha’, ‘Girls Hostel’ , ‘Ek Ghar Mantarlela’ besides offering reality shows like ‘Yuva Singer Ek Number’ , ‘Sangeet Samraat’ and ‘Yuva Dancing Queen’. So, it will be interesting to see what Devdatt Nage will offer through Dr. Don’?
‘Choricha Mamla’ is set for release on 31st January 2020
Known for his variety of roles portrayed through Marathi films during the past few years, Priyadarshan Jadhav has also proved his skills as a screenplay writer and director. So, after ‘Maska’, his next film as a director will be ‘Choricha Mamla’, which is all set for release on 31st January 2020 all over Maharashtra.
Poster of this film has already been launched on social media. The film’s star cast comprises of big names like Jitendra Joshi , Amruta Khanvilkar, Hemant Dhome, Aniket Vishwasrao, Kshitee Jog & Kirti Mehendale. Another highlight of this film is that a Dog with the name of Leo will also play and important role in this film.
Presented by Everest Entertainment the film has been produced by Sudhakar Omale, Aakash Pendharkar, Sachin Narkar, Vikas Pawar, Smita Omle. Priyadarshan has also written the story of this film besides director. Poster of this film clearly indicates that it will offer total entertainment.
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.
National award winning film ‘Mhorkya’ to release on 24th January
During the 65th National awards Marathi film ‘Mhorkya’ won the best children’s film award. The film has also received appreciation at various national and international film festivals. Now, on 24th January 2020 this film will be released not only in India but also in different countries. Produced by Swastik Preeti Films and Aispais presentation, this film is written and directed by Amar Deokar.
Besides winning the best children’s film award, the two artistes in this film Raman Deokar and Yashraj Karhade have also received special appreciation national awards . Highlight of this film is that right from the producers, director and artistes all have made their debut through this film .
The film is not only about the efforts of a boy to take part in the Republic day parade , but it is the story of all those connected with it around the world. This is what renowned film maker Shekhar Kapoor expressed after watching this film. The film’s publicity campaign has already begun and the poster has also been released. Anand Shinde’s Marathi rap song used in this film has also popularised and this could be the USP of this film.
Besides child artistes Raman Deokar and Yashraj Karhade the film also stars Ramchandra Dhumal, Anil Kamble, Surekha Gavhane and writer director Amar Deokar himself. The film has been shot surrounding the township of Barshi in Solapur district.
‘सरसेनापती हंबीरराव’ या ऐतिहासिक चित्रपटाचा मुहूर्त संपन्न
लेखक, दिग्दर्शक, अभिनेते प्रविण विठ्ठल तरडे यांनी आगामी ‘सरसेनापती हंबीरराव’ या भव्यदिव्य ऐतिहासिक चित्रपटाच्या मुहूर्त प्रसंगी एक आदर्श पायंडा निर्माण केला, कोणत्याही चित्रपटाचा मुहूर्त म्हटलं की तो एखाद्या नावाजलेल्या व्यक्तीच्या हस्ते करणे ही एक परंपरा आहे. मात्र आपल्या आगामी चित्रपटाच्या मुहूर्ताचा क्लॅप देण्याचा मान राज्याच्या विविध शहरातील चित्रपटगृहांच्या डोअर किपर्स, व्यवस्थापक आणि कर्मचारी यांना देण्यात आला.
यावेळी चित्रपटाचे लेखक, दिग्दर्शक प्रविण विठ्ठल तरडे, संदीप रघुनाथराव मोहिते पाटील, धर्मेंद्र सुभाष बोरा व सौजन्य सुर्यकांत निकम हे तीन निर्माते तसेच माजी खासदार रणजीतसिंह मोहिते पाटील, पोलिस अधीक्षक मिलिंद मोहिते पाटील, डीओपी महेश लिमये, ‘मुळशी पॅटर्न’ चित्रपटाचे निर्माते अभिजीत भोसले, सिटी प्राइड चित्रपटगृह समूहाचे व्यवस्थापक सुगत थोरात, क्रिएटिव्ह प्रोड्युसर रमेश परदेशी यांच्यासह औरंगाबाद, नाशिक, पुणे या शहरातील चित्रपटगृहांचे व्यवस्थापक, डोअर किपर्स, बुकिंग क्लार्क, प्रोजेक्टर ऑपरेटर्स आणि चित्रपटाचे कलाकार, तंत्रज्ञ उपस्थित होते.
शेतकर्यांच्या ज्वलंत प्रश्नावर भाष्य करणार्या ‘मुळशी पॅटर्न’ या चित्रपटाच्या यशानंतर प्रविण तरडे घेऊन येत असलेल्या या भव्य चित्रपटाची निर्मिती उर्विता प्रॉडक्शन्स यांची आहे. छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज आणि छत्रपती संभाजी महाराज या स्वराज्याच्या दोन्ही छत्रपतींचे सरसेनापती होण्याचा बहुमान हंबीरराव मोहिते यांनी मिळवला. अंदाजे ह्या वर्षाच्या अखेरीस हा चित्रपट प्रेक्षकांच्या भेटीस येणार आहे .
Prasad Oak to direct Vishwas Patil’s creation ‘Chandramukhi’ on big screen
Vishwas Patil is renowned writer and his novel ‘Chandramukhi’ has received a very good response from Marathi readers. Now, his ‘Chandramukhi’ will see big screen. Planet Marathi’s Akshay Badlapurkar who had earlier produced films like ‘AB & CD’ and ‘Goshta Eka Paithanichi’ will produce this film which will be directed by Prasd Oak, who recently directed ‘Hirakani’ which won popular awards.
However, it is not known as to who will play the title role in this film, which is based on the subject of politics and its link with Tamasha. And the beautiful Chandramukhi the central character obviously has prominent part in this film being an excellent dancer . To give justice to this novel written by a renowned writer, Prasad Oak seems to be the right choice as a director. Having proved his ability as a director in the recent past, he is now considered one of the talented directors the Marathi film industry has received of recent times. Moreover the writer- director combo has come together once again after the success of Hirakani.
Another highlight of this film is that the screenplay and dialogues of this film are penned by Chinmay Mandlekar. The teaser poster of this film has also been released on social media recently.
‘Bhaybheet’ will be TV star Poorva Gokhale’s debut Marathi film
Popular TV actress Poorva Gokhale who was seen in Marathi television serial ‘Kulvadhu’ in the past along with Subodh Bhave, will now be making her debut in Marathi films through forthcoming film ‘Bhaybheet’ which will be released on 28th February 2020. Incidentally, her co star in this film will also be Subodh Bhave.
Poorva has also done Hindi TV serials like ‘Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki’, ‘Koi Dil Mein hain’ and ongoing ‘Tujase Hai Rabata’. However,she had not done any Marathi film so far. With this debut film ‘Bhaybheet’, she found a fine role and a good script based on a suspense filled story and therefore accepted this role.
Directed by Deepak naidu, the film also stars Madhu Sharma, Girija Joshi, Mrunal Jadhav and Yatin Karyekar in prominent roles. The film’s music nd background music is by Nakash aziz while it is produced by Shankar Rohr and Deepak Narayani.
Release of ‘Shahid Bhai Kotwal’ to coincide with Republic day
Freedom Fighter Late Bhai Kotwal known for his famous slogan ‘Either freedom or heaven’ inspired others during the freedom struggle against the British rule in India. Now, a Marathi film (Shahid Bhai Kotwal) on his life is all set for release on 24th January 20120 which coincides with Republic Day of India. Recently, the exciting trailer of this film was launched on social media.
‘Shahid Bhai Kotwal’ is produced by Pravin Dattatray Patil and directed by Eknath Deslae and Parag Sawant , while Eknath Desle has written the story screenplay and dialogues of this film. Besides Bhai Kotwal, the film will also present the bravery act of father and son duo Gomaji Patil and Hiraji Patil.
The film presents the strong star cast comprising of Ashutosh Patki, Rutuja Bagwe, Nishigandha Wad, Madhavi Juvekar, Arun Nalawade, Ganesh Yadav, Pankaj Vishnu, Kamalesh Sawant , Milind Dastane, Siddheshwar Zadbuke, Shrirang Deshmukh, Abhay Rane, Paresh Hindurao, Prajakta Dighe in prominent roles. Tushar Vibhute has handled the camera, while music is composed by Ashok Patki, Rupesh Gondhali & Bharat Badekar with popular singers like Suresh Wadkar, Swapnil bandodkar , Aadarsh Shinde, Dnyaneshwar Meshram & Aishwarya Dele rendering their voice for the songs in this film.
Teaser Poster of ‘Institute of Pavtology’ launched
Ever since the film ‘ Institute of Pavtology’ was launched its name has already generated a lot of curiosity among Marathi film lovers. Now, with the launch of teaser poster of this film, it has doubled their curiosity. One thing becomes clear that it will be a film with full of fun and entertainment. Also, this he film is due for release in April 2020.This film has been produced by Neha Gupta and Prasad Namjoshi with the help of Sanket Biyani, Sandesh Biyani, Vikas Vohra, Sushil Kanthed, Ritesh Chitlangia, with Prasad Namjoshi and Sagar Vanjari together directed this film.
Based on Environment friendly writer Santosh Shintre’s story, Prasad Namjoshi has written the screenplay and dialogues of this film. Highlight of this film is that actors Girish Kulkarni and Sayaji Shinde are playing lead roles in this film. But, who is this person sporting goggles in the poster and who utters all those dialogues scribbled on the poster with suitable caricatures? The film lovers will have to wait till further announcement or wait for the release of trailer.
Sai Tamhankar gets invite from her fans at Quatar
Popular Marathi actress Sai Tamhankar has made a good beginning during this new year with a superb performance in the film ‘Dhurala’. Even otherwise, her popularity has extended to overseas , wherever Marathi film lovers are spread. After its release in Maharashtra now ‘Dhurala’ is being released in Quatar. But, for this release her admirers want Sai to attend the premiere of this film and hence have extended a special invite to her to come to Quatar. And Sai has agreed to oblige them.
Speaking about this invite, Sai says, “Every artiste has a dream to reach out to audience all over the world. After receiving good response in Maharashtra our film is now reaching to people living in other countries. Therefore, every artiste in this film has been handed over the responsibility to release the film in different countries. So, it will be my responsibility to see my film’s release in Quatar. And I am excited about it to meet all those well wishers of ‘Dhurala’ and to know their reaction after watching the film.”