‘Senior Citizen’ inspires with ‘One Punch Knock out’ strategy
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In the recent past we have seen newspaper reports and TV news highlighting the attacks on senior citizens. Some of the attacks have been either over property issues by close relatives or even by builders and developers threatening them to vacate a particular plot. Many a times such people are found murdered in their own houses. We have seen such harassment suffered by senior citizens through many Hindi and Marathi films in the past. In 2010 there was a Marathi film ‘Second Innings’ which showed how a group of senior citizens fight with proper planning to take the revenge of murder of their friend.
The latest released Marathi film ‘Senior Citizen’ produced by Pramod Mohite and creative producer Raju Savla and written- directed by Ajay Phansekar present the extra ordinary self defence skills of 75 year old retired Major General Abhay Deshpande (Played by Mohan Joshi) , who has won many bravery awards including gallantry award. Popularly known as Tiger among his morning walk senior citizens group friends , the retired army officer lives with his wife Lakshmi ( Smita Jaykar) in a bungalow. His young son has already sacrificed his life for the country, while serving Indian army. Still very active with his office work , while running a security agency Mr. Deshpande keeps himself busy, while his wife trains young girls in dancing at their own bungalow.
One day, Mr. Deshpande counters the attackers who are beating up an old man. With all his strength and strategies he knocks down the attackers. His bravery act is noticed by a TV News reporter Sunita Rao ( Sheetal Kshirsagar) who makes him a hero and is eager to interview him soon. In the meanwhile many such incidences happen in Mr. Deshpande’s life , including the murder of old couple in the neighbourhood. This makes him feel helpless. But, his encouraging wife tries to instill his self confidence.
How Major General Deshpande regains his self confidence to face more trouble in his life bravely, is what the film is all about. At the same time the writer director has also linked the so called freethinking section of young generation of today, which is being drawn towards drugs and rave parties and later black mailed by the party organisers. The message sent through this film is very clear – ‘Never take the senior citizens for granted’. There could be someone very tough like Abhay Deshpande who will challenge such attackers by demonstrating his ‘One Punch Knock out’ strategy.
The performances by all the artistes are good. But, Mohan Joshi stands tall among them with his wonderful portrayal of Maj. Gen. Abhay Deshpande. Good support comes from Smita Jaykar, Shital Kshirsagar, Kamalesh Sawant and a big team of youngsters. Technically, it is a well made film, but two songs are misfit into the screenplay. Extra time has also been wasted in the gimmicks of party organizer and his blackmail practices. Abhijit Narvekar’s music is just fine, but DOP B. Laxman has done a good job in capturing all action scenes. All in all, this film will certainly inspires people from all age groups.
Trailer of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Dom’ launched
‘Dom’ is the name of a community, which works in crematorium to perform last rites of the deceased. It also shows how the next generation of this community is reluctant to carry forward their traditional profession and hence revolts against the system. Therefore suitably titled ‘Dom’ , this film shows the differences arising between the parents and their children on this issue.
Recently, the trailer of this film was launched in Mumbai in presence of lead artistes of this film Dr. Vilas Ujavane,Anjali Ujavane, Sanjay Shejwal, director Pradeep Dalvi , producers Prin. R.L. Tambe , Rohandeep Singh and President of Akhil Bharatiya Chitrapat Mahamandal Mr. Meghraj Bhosale. the Besides Dr. Ujavane, Anjali Ujavane, Sanjay Shejwal the other artistes of this film are, Mohan Joshi, Jyoti Nisal,R.L. Tambe,Anita Naik, Dipti Dhotre, Mayuri Kapdane, Sunil Godbole, Megha Ghadge, Pradeep Patwardhan, Avinash Jadhav, Geetanjali Kulkarni, Satish Salve, Nirmala, with child artistes Vinayak Dalvi, Shreya Surve, Teertha Nimbalkar, Anushka Shinde, Shruti Pol and Pradeep Dalvi.
Lyrics by PRL Tambe and Vithal Wagh, music by Sandeep Dange , editing by Sachin Natekar and cinematography by Raj Kadoor( Anna) are the other credits.
Ashok Patki to attend finals of ‘Sur Taal Karaoke Club’ event
The singing competition of Sur Taal Karaoke Club of Vile Parle, has received a very good response from budding singers. The first round saw 141 singers , making the job of Judges more tougher. However, for the pre final round the team of judges comprising of Jayant Oak, Yashwant Kulkarni ,Kiran Shanbhag & Anand Deodhar managed to shortlist 51 singers. The pre final round was held recently .
Now, for the final round which is scheduled to be held on 14th December 2019 at Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi, 12 singers ( 5 male and 6 females) have been shortlisted . For this final round , apart from film song another rare song will be offered to the finalists. Renowned music director of Marathi films Mr. Ashok Patki has agreed to be the chief guest . He will also guide the finalists. For this final round there will be winner and runner up each from among the Men and Women’s group, who will be presented cash prizes of Rs. 5000/- and Rs. 2500/- each respectively along with mementos.
‘RangaVaikhari’ receives overwhelming response for ‘One act play’ competition
Rajya Marathi Vikas Sanstha which organizes State Level Marathi One Act Play competition for Colleges will be hosting their 3rd chapter this year with preliminary rounds to begin from 22nd to 26th December 2019 at different places in Mumbai, Amravati, Ratnagiri, Belgaum, Jalgaon, Nashik , Kolhpur, Ahmednagar and Pune regions. Compared to last year, this year the number of participating entries are more.
For th final third round which comprises of ‘Katharang’ will offer best stories of 25 prominent writers in Maharashtra and the teams will have to make a dramatic presentation of the subject using their creativity to write the script direction, choreography and music in 40 minutes duration. The names of the renowned authors whose stories have been selected are, C.V.Joshi, Narayan Dharap, Ranjit Desai, Madhu Mangesh Karnik, Rajan Khan, Shankarrao Kharat, D.B.Mokashi Vijaya Rajadhyaksha, Gauri Deshpande, Pratima Ingole, Urmila Pawar and others.
Looking at this big response, Now, it remains to be seen whether this year’s competition will be more impressive than what we saw last year.
Suvrat Joshi to play Flower Vendor in new Marathi film
Popular Marathi actor Suvrat Joshi has already a good fan following after he appeared in television serials. Now, he will be seen in a challenging role of a flower vendor in forthcoming Marathi film ‘Goshta Eka Paithanichi’ which is directed by Shantanu Ganesh Rode. The shooting of this film is already going on. The film is being produced by Planet Marathi and Golden Rechho Films.
Sayali Sanjeev is playing an important role in this film and along with her is Suvrat Joshi. Suvrat had a great experience during the shooting of this film at Bhor. He had to take lessons of wrapping the flowers for delivery to preparing attractive bouquets. Speaking about this challenging role, Suvrat says, “Doing something what you have not experienced in life is a big challenge. And I love to play such characters. This role is really challenging for me. Initially, I had to observe such people into this profession. There is an art in doing this job. The story of this film is also very appealing and myself being part of this film, itself makes me happy.”
‘पेठ’ – आजच्या समाजव्यवस्थेवर भाष्य करणारा आगामी चित्रपट
अनेक वेगळ्या धाटणीचे सिनेमे मराठीत येत आहेत. प्रेमासाठी सगळी बंधने झुगारत, आजच्या समाजव्यवस्थेवर भाष्य करणारा असाच एक वेगळा ‘पेठ’ या आगामी चित्रपटाचा शानदार संगीत अनावरण सोहळा नुकताच अखिल भारतीय मराठी चित्रपट महामंडळाचे अध्यक्ष श्री. मेघराज राजेभोसले यांच्या उपस्थितीत संपन्न झाला. ‘शारदा फिल्म प्रोडक्शन’ ची प्रस्तुती असलेल्या ‘पेठ’ चित्रपटाचे निर्माते श्री. विरकुमार शहा तर दिग्दर्शक अभिजीत साठे आहेत.
वेगवेगळ्या जॉनरची पाच गाणी या चित्रपटात आहेत. या गाण्यांना पी.शंकरम यांच्या संगीताची साथ लाभली आहे. समाजातील दोन भिन्न वर्गातल्या प्रेमवीरांची ही कथा प्रेक्षकांच्या मनाला नक्कीच भावेल असे मत दिग्दर्शक अभिजीत साठे यांनी व्यक्त केले.
वृषभ शहा आणि नम्रता रणपिसे ही नवी जोडी ‘पेठ’ या चित्रपटाचा निमित्ताने मराठी रुपेरी पडद्यावर येणार आहे. यासोबत निशिगंधा वाड, महेशदादा देवकाते, सायली शिंदे, अभिषेक शिंदे, विशाल टेके, सुरज देसाई, विकास कोकरे, महेश पांडे, प्रियांका उबाळे, रुक्सार परवीन, अस्मिता पन्हाळे या कलाकारांच्या चित्रपटात भूमिका असणार आहेत. या चित्रपटाचे लेखन, पटकथा, संवाद तसेच कलादिग्दर्शन अभिजीत साठे यांचे आहे. नेत्रसुखद आणि सुश्राव्य संगीताने नटलेला हा चित्रपट लवकरच प्रेक्षकांच्या भेटीला येत आहे. या संगीत अनावरण सोहळ्यात विशेष उपस्थिती ठरली ती सुरेल गायिका कार्तिकी गायकवाड हिची. कार्यक्रमाचे सूत्रसंचालन दिग्दर्शक प्रकाश धींडले यांनी केले.
First look poster of Samit Kakkad’s next Marathi film ’36 Gunn’ released
Samit Kakkad who earlier directed Marathi films of different generes like ‘Aayna Ka Bayna’, ‘Half Ticket’ and ‘Aascharya Chakit’ is now getting ready with his next Marathi film ’36 Gunn’ which will be released next year 2020. The first look poster of this film was released recently. Through this film Writer Hrishikesh Koli and director Samit Kakkad are expected to present a good equation.
Santosh Juvekar and Purva Pawar will play lead central roles in this film will comment on the mentality of relationships of today’s youth on the marriage system. Highlight of this film is that it has been shot at 90 different locations in London and Mumbai. Produced by Samit Kakkad, Mohan Nadar and Savitri Vinod Gaikwad the cinematography of this film is by award winning cinematographer Prasad Bhende. First look poster of this film also indicate a lot. In short, there is a lot expected from this film.
Chandrashekhar Sandve to return with his new film ‘Bibtya’
After directing a sensible Marathi film ‘Samarthya’ , Chandrashekhar Sandve will be returning with his new film ‘Bibtya’ . Made under the banner of Swayambhu Productions , he has just completed the shooting of this film in Shivni Kotal village of Latur District. ‘Bibtya’ is a Marathi name of Leopard which are now days seen in villages and even urban areas and we find their coverage on news channels highlighting their scare among people living at such places. Therefore, there is a lot of curiosity among Marathi film lovers, as to what will be offered to them through this film?
‘Sanskruti Kaladarpan’ fame Chandrashekhar Sandve has himself written the story and screenplay of this film, besides direction. He has presented ‘Swarajyarakshak Sambhaji’ TV serial fame actor Mahesh Kokate as a villain in this film. Along with him will be Vijay Patkar in a different type of role. The other important artistes of this film are, Pramod Pawar, Pravin Tarde, Ashok Kulkarni, Sachin Gawli, Somnath Tadwalkar, Subodh Pawar, Sushant Mandle, Aakash Mane, Suhas Ruke, Priyanka Kasale, Shivaji Redkar, Aakanksha Jadhav,Pratibha Shimpi, Priya Sathe, Varsha Patel & Antara Patil. This film will also introduce a new pair in the form of Shubham Patil and Supriya Patil.
Dialogues by Kamalesh Khandale, editing by Nilesh Gawand & Pooja Sawant , cinematography by Ganesh Pawar, lyrics by Subodh Pawar and music by Vijay Gatlewar are the other credits of this film.
Usha Jadhav bags IFFI international award for best actress
National award winning actress Usha Jadhav has one more feather in her cap. The talented young actress has now bagged most prestigious international award for best actress , at the International Film Festival of India ( IFFI), which concluded in Goa recently. 200 films from 76 countries had participated in this festival. Usha bagged this award for her brilliant performance in Marathi film ‘Mai Ghat: Crime No. 103/2005′ directed by Anant Mahadevan.
Usha’s name for recommended for this prestigious and by the team of Jury comprising of UK director Lily Ramsey, French Director Robin Campello, Chinese director Zan Ang and Indian Film director Ramesh Sippy. Oscar Academy President John Belly who was head of th Jury was high praise for Usha’s performance in this film. His wife Carol Littletone has also praised Usha for her remarkable performance in this film.
Reacting on this memorable moment, Usha thanked director Anant Mahadevan for the efforts taken by him to extract the best out of her and for selecting her for this role. She also thanked producer Mohini Gupta and her entire team for their support during the shooting. Usha has played a protagonist mother – Prabhavati Amma who fights a long battle of justice for 13 long years , against custodial death of her son. The story of this film is based on a real incident and therefore has a special significance. Along with Usha, the other prominent artistes who have performed in this film are, Suhasini Muley, Kamalesh Sawant, Dr. Girish Oak, Vibhavari Joshi and Vivek Chabukswar.
Marathi Play ‘Zund’ will present Kiran Mane in a challenging role
‘Zund’ Marathi play, Actor Kiran Mane
Kiran Mane has always kept a low profile. Having started his acting career through experimental theatre, Kiran came to Mumbai from Satara via Pune , when he broke the journey to join the theatre of workshop of Pt. Satyadev Dubey . Thereafter, he began his journey on stage with ‘Gandhi Virrudh Gandhi’, ‘Manomilan’, ‘Wada Chirebandi’. Later, with sensational Marathi play ‘Govind Ghya Kuni Gopal Ghya’, ‘Maayleki’, ‘Tee Geli Tevha’, ‘Shree Tashi Sou’ and ‘Perfect Mismatch’ , he established himself as a versatile actor, having won several awards for his performance. Kiran was also seen in television serials, but theatre has always been his first love.
Kiran will now be seen in forthcoming Marathi play ‘Zund’, the inaugural show of which will be held on 14th December 2019 at Prabodhankar Thackeray Auditorium , Borivali. This will be Kiran’s 10th commercial play and he seems to be very excited with the kind of challenging role he is playing in this play. ” This is a Mind boggling subject. And my character in this play will take me to greater heights.” Written by Samar Khadas, produced by Santosh Kanekar and directed by Pradeep Mulye, this play also stars Akshar Kothari, Shriram Gadgil, Sagar Athlekar, Pradeep Patwardhan, Sagar Pawar and Pooja Raibagi. This play is presented by Zee Marathi.