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रिंकू राजगुरु बघतीये लग्नासाठी मुले

गणेश पंडित दिग्दर्शित ‘मेकअप’ चित्रपटाचा ट्रेलरमध्ये एकीकडे लग्नासाठी मुले बघत, त्यांचा नकार पचवणारी रिंकू राजगुरू अर्थात पूर्वी दुसरीकडे मात्र बिनधास्त, स्वच्छंदी आयुष्य जगताना दिसतेय. त्यामुळे यातील खरी पूर्वी कोण, ‘मेकअप’वाली पूर्वी कोण आणि मुळात पूर्वीचा हा मेकअप कशासाठी आहे, हे जरा प्रेक्षकांना विचार करायला लावणारे आहे.

Rinku Rajguru in 'Makeup'
Rinku Rajguru in ‘Makeup’

प्रेक्षकांसाठी मनोरंजनाचे पॅकेज  असणाऱ्या या चित्रपटात प्रतीक्षा लोणकर, मिलिंद सफई, राजन ताम्हाणे, सुमुखी पेंडसे, स्वाती बोवलेकर, तेजपाल वाघ आदी चेहरेही झळकणार असून  ट्रेलर पाहता हा चित्रपट फूल टू धमाल दिसत आहे मात्र यात काही ट्विस्टही दिसत आहेत. हे ट्विस्ट नेमके कोणते आणि स्वप्नातल्या राजकुमाराची आतुरतेने वाट पाहणाऱ्या पूर्वीच्या आयुष्यात तिचा ‘हॉट’ राजकुमार येणार का, हे चित्रपट आल्यावरच कळेल. या चित्रपटाच्या निमित्ताने रिंकू राजगुरू आणि चिन्मय उदगीरकर यांची फ्रेश जोडी प्रेक्षकांना पाहायला मिळणार आहे. चिन्मय या सिनेमात पहिल्यांदाच डॉक्टरच्या भूमिकेतून प्रेक्षकांसमोर येत आहे.  हा चित्रपट लवकरच  प्रेक्षकांच्या भेटीला येणार आहे.

‘Dhurala’ shows how Power game can split the family

   Dhurala Movie PosterDhurala Movie Poster

In the past there have been many films on power games played by Politicians when it was for gaining or retaining power. Films like ‘Samana’, ‘Sinhasan’, ‘Sarkarnama’, ‘Zenda’, ‘Aajcha Diwas Majha’ and few others have presented different subjects on the backdrop of this power game in politics. Now, latest released film written by Kshitij Patwardhan and Directed by Sameer Vidwans shows how the power game can split the family of a popular Village Sarpanch Nivrrutti Anna Ubhe, after his sad demise.

Sonalee kulkarni in 'Dhurala' Movie
Sonalee kulkarni in ‘Dhurala’ Movie

Set on the backdrop of a Village-Ambegaon in rural Maharashtra, the film has shown how the selfish people including MLA of the district try to prevent the eldest son Navnath ( Ankush Chaudhari) from contesting the election to carry forward the family tradition. But, he finds the clever game played by MLA( Sabnis) to declare the constituency reserved for women and suggesting the name of his step mother (Alka Kubal) by supporting her for his own political gains. If this is not enough, his otherwise ambitious sister in law Monica (Sonalee) is also convinced to contest by their family’s rival Gadhve( Prasad Oak) . Navnath has no other option but to request his obedient wife Harshada ( Sai Tamhankar) to jump into the fray , making it a triangular contest within the family.

Dhurala MovieStill
Dhurala MovieStill

So, the real fight which begins, is witnessed only in the second half of this about 169 minutes long film, when all the interesting happenings take place one after the other. A lot of time has thus been wasted in the first half to show how the outsiders get involved with their dirty political games to split the family. What is remarkable to see, is the strong bonding in spite of the split noticed through some of the emotion filled scenes. There are few twists and turns in the film, including the climax, but what appeals the most are the dialogues exchanged between them by the important characters at different situations.

Veteran actress Alka Kubal is at her best . Ankush Choudhari displays his commitment to social work through his powerful character. Sai Tamhankar does very well , especially when she presents ‘Bharud’ during her election campaign. Sonalee has played the ambitious woman taking it as a challenge. Siddharth does well in his role of a lazy and happy go lucky husband, while Amey Wagh gets his share to show his skills through his ‘not so easy’ character. In the role of family’s opponents Prasad Oak dos well, while Umesh Kamat has very little to his share.

Prasad Oak in 'Dhurala'
Prasad Oak in ‘Dhurala’

There is no scope for music in this film, but the clever cinematography captures the perfect village atmosphere and close up expressions of every important character very well. Full marks to all the artistes for their wonderful performances and to director Sameer for handling all those important scenes with the help of writer Khsitij .  All in all, it is good political based timely film, but should have been shortened lengthwise, especially in the first half.

दगडूशेठ हलवाई गणपतीच्या चरणी ‘वाजवूया बँड बाजा’चे पहिले पोस्टर 

प्रेक्षकांना मनमुराद हसवायला भाग पडणारा ‘वाजवूया बँड बाजा’ हा चित्रपट  येत्या २० मार्च २०२० ला महाराष्ट्रात सर्वत्र प्रदर्शित होत असून राष्ट्रीय पुरस्कार विजेते दिग्दर्शक शिवाजी लोटन पाटील यांच्या ह्या चित्रपटाचे दिग्दर्शन केले आहे .

Chinmay Udgirkar, Pritam Kagne, Mangesh Desai, 'Vajvuya Band Baja' Movie
Chinmay Udgirkar, Pritam Kagne, Mangesh Desai, ‘Vajvuya Band Baja’ Movie

अमोल लक्ष्मण कागणे प्रस्तुत लक्ष्मण एकनाथराव कागणे,अमोल कागणे निर्मित ह्या चित्रपटाची खास झलक नुकतीच पुण्याच्या दगडूशेठ हलवाई गणपतीच्या चरणी वाहिली. निर्माते आणि दिग्दर्शक यांच्यासमवेत चित्रपटातील मुख्य कलाकार मंगेश देसाई ,प्रकाश गायकवाड  डी.सी.पी पुणे, चिन्मय उदगीरकर आणि अभिनेत्री प्रीतम कागणे यांनी देखील या प्रसंगी उपस्थिती लावली.

Pritam Kagne in 'Vajvuya Band Baja'-movie
Pritam Kagne in ‘Vajvuya Band Baja’-movie

तीन भावांच्या आयुष्यातल्या गमती-जमतींवर आधारलेली ‘वाजवुया बँड बाजा’ची मजेशीर कथा संदीप नाईक यांनी लिहिली आहे  तर प्रसंगानुरूप हास्याची कारंजे उडवणारी पटकथा तसेच संवाद निशांत नाथराम धापसे यांनी लिहिली आहेत. निसर्गरम्य असा कॅनव्हास चितारला आहे छायाचित्रकार नागराज दिवाकर यांनी. शिवाय या प्रेमकथेला खरा साज चढवलाय तो ‘वाजवूया बँड बाजा’या चित्रपटातील गाण्यांनी. विजय गटलेवार आणि राहुल मिश्रा यांच्या संगीत लहरींवर गायक-आदर्श शिंदे यांच्या स्वरांनी तर चारचाँदच लावलेत.

Shweta Shinde to return to small screen with Zee Yuva’s new serial

Having made her presence felt through her performances in past serials like ‘Avantika’, ‘Avaghachi Sansaar’, & ‘Vadalvaat’, popular actress Shweta Shinde had switched over to produce successful serials like ‘Lagira Jhala Ji’ and ongoing ‘Mrs. Mukhyamantri’. But now, she has decided to return to acting field once again on small screen with Zee Yuva’s forthcoming Marathi serial. This will certainly make happy her admirers.

Shweta Shinde Actress
Shweta Shinde Actress

Shweta who is originally from Satara came to Mumbai for her college education and because of her beautiful looks , soon received modelling offers. In spite of opposition from home, she accepted these offers to earn name and fame . Thereafter never looked back as she received offers from serials and films. Now, after experiencing the role of a producer, she wants to make a comeback in acting through this new forthcoming serial on Zee Yuva, which stars ‘Jai Malhar’ fame Devdutt Nage in the lead opposite her.

Their photo together has already become viral on social media. From the poster it clearly indicates that Devdatt is in a different get up with Police trying to catch him, while Shweta on the other side is pulling the muffler tied around his neck.

Multi starrer ‘Medium Spicy’ has raised big expectations

Some films become the topic of discussion, after announcement of the film’s title. One such name is ‘Medium Spicy’ the forthcoming multi starrer Marathi film, which received a good response on social media, ever since the film was launched. Produced by Vidhi Kasliwal and presented by Landmark Films, this film is directed by Mohit Takalkar on the story from Irawati Karnik.

'Medium Spicy' Team. Sai Tamhankar, Parna Pethe, Lalit Prabhakar, Neha Joshi, Pushkaraj Chirputkar, Sagar Dshmukh,
‘Medium Spicy’ Team. Sai Tamhankar, Parna Pethe, Lalit Prabhakar, Neha Joshi, Pushkaraj Chirputkar, Sagar Dshmukh,

Set on the backdrop of Love, relationship it throws light especially on the marriage relationship and stars renowned artistes like Sai Tamhankar, Parna Pethe, Lalit Prabhakar, Neha Joshi, Pushkaraj Chirputkar, Sagar Dshmukh, Ipshita, Neena Kulkarni, Ravindra Mankani in lead roles. The film has been shot in Mumbai and Pune and therefore obviously focused on the lifestyle of youngsters in these regions. The film is all set to release in coming new year 2020.

Chunky Pandey to make his debut in Marathi films through ‘Vikun Taak’

In the recent past we have seen many popular artistes from Bollywood making their debut in Marathi films. Some of them made guest appearance, while others found suitable important roles to make their presence felt. Now, Popular Bollywood actor Chunky Pandey is all set to make his debut in Marathi through forthcoming Marathi film ‘Vikun Taak’ which is all set to release exactly after a month, i.e. on 31st January 2020.

Chunky Pandey, Shivraj Waichal, Rohit Mane in 'Vikun Taak' movie-
Chunky Pandey, Shivraj Waichal, Rohit Mane in ‘Vikun Taak’ movie-

Produced by Uttung Hitendra Thakur , who produced films like ‘Yellow’ & ‘Balak Palak’ and directed by ‘Poster Boyz’ and ‘Poster Girl’ fame Sameer Patil, the film presents Chunky Pandey in an important character representing a wealthy Arab. This is indicated through the poster of this film released recently. He is shown holding the neck of two Marathi artistes Shivraj Waichal and Rohit Mane. The other lead artistes of this film are, Rutuja Deshmukh, Sameer Chaugule, Hrishikesh Joshi and Varsha Dandale.

Speaking about his debut in Marathi film, Chunky said that being a Mumbaikar he speaks Marathi and respects the language. “I have been watching Marathi films and always wanted to make my debut in Marathi, but was looking for a good script. The story of this film and my character appealed to me and I said ‘Yes'”. Chunky has always appreciated the humour in Marathi films.

What is Subodh Bhave really scared of?

The first poster of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Bhaybheet’ was released recently and clearly shows Subodh Bhave in a scared look. What is he scared of ? Is the movie scary ? All these questions come to the mind of Marathi film lovers. But, to answer these questions, the film lovers will have to wait till 28th February next year, when this film will be released.

Subodh Bhave in 'Bhaybheet' movie
Subodh Bhave in ‘Bhaybheet’ movie

In the meanwhile, we have come to know that Subodh Bhave plays the lead role in this film ‘Bhaybheet’ which is produced by Shankar Rohra and Deepak Narayani and is directed by Deepak Naidu. The other lead artistes of this film are, Poorva Gokhale, Girija Joshi, Madhu Sharma, Mrunal Jadhav and Yatin karyekar.

Presented by Actual Movies Productions and Brown sack Films Pvt.Ltd, the music and background music of this film is composed by Nakash Aziz on the lyrics of Mandar Cholkar. Story, screenplay and dialogues re by Dinesh Jagtap while cinematography is by Vasu. Art by Eknath Rane, choreography by Kiran Giri and Sound designing by Satish Poojary are other credits of this film.

‘वेगळी वाट’ चित्रपटात दिसणार  वडील-मुलीच्या नात्याची मनःस्पर्शी कथा 

चित्रपट हे एक प्रभावी माध्यम असून विशेषतः मराठी चित्रपट बऱ्याचदा मनोरंजनातून समाजप्रबोधनही घडवतात असं म्हटलं तर चुकीचं ठरणार नाही . मराठी चित्रपटांचे आशय-विषय हे नेहमीच प्रेक्षकांना विचार करण्यास भाग पाडतात. जयश्री शाह आणि तुषार शाह प्रस्तुत ‘वेगळी वाट’ या चित्रपटकाचे लेखन-दिग्दर्शन अच्युत नारायण यांनी केले आहे तर अलीकडेच त्यांनी आपल्या या महत्त्वाकांक्षी चित्रपटाची पहिली झलक सोशल मीडियावर प्रदर्शित केली आहे.

'Vegali Vaat' Marathi movie, Anaya Phatak
‘Vegali Vaat’ Marathi movie, Anaya Phatak

अच्युत नारायण आणि आशिष राखुंडे यांनी लिहिलेली ‘वेगळी वाट’ची मनःस्पर्शी पटकथा वडील आणि मुलीच्या नात्यावर आधारलेली आहे. एका सुखी चौकोनी कुटुंबाचा जीवनप्रवास रेखाटणारा हा चित्रपट प्रेक्षकांना अंतर्मुख करेल यात काहीच शंका नाही. या चित्रपटातील कलाकारांची नावे सध्या गुलदस्त्यात असून ‘वेगळी वाट’च्या पहिल्या-वाहिल्या झलकेमुळे प्रेक्षकांची उत्सुकता चांगलीच ताणून धरली आहे. या चित्रपटाचे छायांकन शकील खान यांचे आहे तर मंसूर आजमी यांचे संकलन, विजया शंकर, डॉ. दिनेश अर्जुना यांचे संगीत आणि सुनील सिंह यांचे पार्श्वसंगीत असून ‘वेगळी वाट’ हा चित्रपट ७ फेब्रुवारी २०२० ला आपल्या भेटीस येणार आहे.

Saleel Kulkarni releases first poster of next film ‘Ekda Kay Zala’

Sandip Khare, Urmila Kothare, Sumeet Raghavan, Saleel Kulkarni, Mohan Agashe
Sandip Khare, Urmila Kothare, Sumeet Raghavan, Saleel Kulkarni, Mohan Agashe

Leading music composer and singer Saleel Kulkarni who made his debut as a director with the film ‘Wedding Cha Cinema’ is now getting ready with his next film ‘Ekda Kay Zala’ .The first poster of this film was released by him on social media, which has received very good response . It may be recalled that muhurat of this film was held sometime back in Pune in presence of star cast of the film comprising of Sumit Raghavan, Urmila Kothare, Dr Mohan Agashe, Suhas Joshi, Pushkar Shrotri, Rajesh Bhosale, Pratik Kolhe, Mukta Puntambekar, Akankshja Athalye, Ritesh Ohol, Arjun Purnapatre, Adwait Wakchoude, Adwait Dhulekar and Merwan Kale .

'Ekada Kaay Jhala' movie posters
‘Ekada Kaay Jhala’ movie posters

Having offered one hit film , obviously there are big expectations from Saleel Kulkarni this time too. Moreover, after watching the poster, there is a lot of curiosity about the film’s story also. And the selection of artistes this time also suggest that he is all set to create his magic once again with direction. Salil is expected to release this film during next year 2020. In the meanwhile, Marathi film lovers are looking forward to watch the trailer of this film soon.

Actress Sayali Sanjeev to begin new year with a Bang

Actress Sayali Sanjeev who made her debut in Marathi films through ‘Police Line’ 3 years ago, became more popular among home viewers through Marathi TV serial ‘Kahe Diya Pardes’ . But, after the completion of her serial, she received good number of offers from Marathi films. Her second film ‘Aatpadi Nights’ is all set to release this Friday. But, there is much more her in the new year 2020. There are films which are lined up for release and one of them is ‘Daah- Ek Marmasparshi Katha’, which has offered her better scope for acting.

Actress sayali sanjeev, 'Daah' Movie
Actress sayali sanjeev, ‘Daah’ Movie

Produced by Rajkumar Badole this film is directed by Malhar Ganesh . Along with Sayali the other lead artistes of this film are Girish Oak Radhika Vidyasagar, Surhud Wardekar, Yatin Karyekar, Uma sardeshmukh & Kishore Chougule. It is a family film based on the couple Dr. Sane and his wife and their daughter Deesha. Music directors Praful- Swapnil have composed the music of this film on the lyrics of Mandar Cholkar and Tejas ranade and popular singers like Swapnil Bndodkar, Bela Shende, Manish Rajgire, Aniruddha Vankar and Madhushree have rendered their voices for the songs.