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Fakt Marathi channel to offer ‘Anadi Nirgun’ Movie Festival during Navaratri

We are all aware that the nine day  Navratri festival is celebrated  with a lot of enthusiasm in different parts of the country. Fakt Marathi channel will also is celebrating Navratri by playing nine devotional movies of Goddesses for the home viewers, with  a movie festival titled ‘Anadi Nirgun’. The movie festival which is commencing from 29th September will end on 7th September. All these nine movies shall be broadcasted at 08:30 time band.

Navratri festival, devotional Marathi movies of Goddesses
Navratri festival, devotional Marathi movies of Goddesses

 The  Movie Festival consists of  films like ‘Aai Tulja Bhawani’ (29/09/2019), ‘Kalubai Pavali Navasala’ (30/09/2019), ‘Jai Mohata Devi’ (01/10/2019), ‘May Mauli Manudevi’ (02/10/2019), ‘Mahima Annapurna Devicha’ (03/10/2019), ‘Aai Ekvirecha Udo Udo’ (04/10/2019), ‘Jogwa Ambabaicha’ (05/10/2019), ‘Kulaswamini Tuljabhawani’ (06/10/2019) and ‘Ma Shakambharicha Mahima’ (07/10/2019). According to the channel press release, All of these movies have  significant stars from Marathi industry. Also each film has a strong message underlined depicting the prowess of each goddess and women power.

“‘Pride of language…Heritage of culture’ is the tagline of Fakt Marathi. Accordingly, it is catering across all segments of the society, dedicated to all entertainment needs of viewers with best programs and movies. Now the channel has broadened its horizons with the start of fresh and original content programming through ‘Dhoomdhadaka’ and ‘Sindhu’. ‘Another couple of projects are in the pipeline and there’s an interesting programming roadmap ahead”  states Shyam Malekar, the Business Head of Fakt Marathi Apart from the film festival.

‘Picasso’ poster raises a lot of curiosity about ‘Dashavtara’

We aware  that Dashavatara  refers to the ten primary avatars of God Vishnu.  Vishnu is said to descend in form of an avatar  (‘incarnation)  to restore cosmic order. A popular traditional folk art based on ‘Dashavatara’ which has a history of over 800 years, is still practiced in Laxmi Narayan temple based in Waval village in Konkan. There are 3500 folk artistes who have still kept this art alive, despite no financial help coming from government.

Prasad Oak feat. 'Picasso' Movie Poster
Prasad Oak feat. ‘Picasso’ Movie Poster

Therefore, Platoon One films (founded by Shiladitya Bora) has produced a Marathi film ‘Picasso’, which is based on this subject. This film is directed by Abhijit Mohan Warang. The film is dedicated to all the folk artistes involved in this folk art. Incidentally, the film has been selected at two popular film festivals- The Jagran Film festival in Mumbai and Brahmaputra Film Festival in Guwahati and will be screened towards the end of this month.

 Recently, the poster of this film was released on social media, which has actor Prasad Oak in a traditional get up of a folk artiste. The film has been shot at the location of this old temple in Konkan and stars child artiste Samay Sanjeev Tambe in lead role, while his father’s role is played by renowned actor Prasad Oak. Tushar Paranjape who was writer of National Award winning film ‘Killa’ is the creative director of this film. According to him the subject of this film had always raised his curiosity about the lifestyle of these folk artistes and therefore took extra efforts in presenting their plight through this film.

‘युवा सिंगर एक नंबर’ पहा बॉलीवूड स्टाईल

‘झी युवा’ या वाहिनीवरील ‘युवा सिंगर एक नंबर’ हा गाण्याचा रियालिटी शो प्रेक्षकांमध्ये पसंत पडतोय.
या कार्यक्रमाचे  श्रोते मंत्रमुग्ध होऊन गाण्यांचा आस्वाद घेतात. या मालिकेचे परीक्षक वैभव मांगले हे त्यांच्या स्पष्टवक्तेपणासाठी प्रसिद्ध आहेत. त्याच्या सोबतीने शास्त्रीय संगीत नसानसामध्ये  भरलेली उत्कृष्ट गायिका सावनी शेंडे
परीक्षण करताना आपणस दिसते. हा कार्यक्रम प्रेक्षकांसाठी आणखी एक उत्कृष्ट मेजवानी घेऊन येत आहे.

Vaibhav Mangle,in  Reality show 'Yuva Singer Ek Number'
Vaibhav Mangle,in Reality show ‘Yuva Singer Ek Number’

‘युवा सिंगर’च्या बॉलीवूड स्पेशल आठवड्यात, प्रेक्षकांना उत्तोमोत्तम हिंदी गाणी ऐकण्याची संधी या बुधवारी व गुरुवारी मिळणार आहे. स्पर्धक छानशा रेट्रो कपड्यांमध्ये मंचावर आलेले पाहायला मिळतील. बॉलीवूडची जुनी, गाजलेली गाणी स्पर्धक सादर करतील. या सदाबहार गाण्यांचे सादरीकरण करतांना, स्पर्धकांचा कस लागणार आहे. हा खास भाग अनुभवण्यासाठी दिग्दर्शक संजय जाधव सुद्धा युवा सिंगरच्या मंचावर हजर असतील. परीक्षकांच्या बरोबरीने तेदेखील या विशेष आठवड्याचा आनंद घेताना दिसतील. ‘ये दोस्ती हम नहीं तोडेंगे’, ‘ये मेरा दिल, प्यार का दिवाना’,  मेहबुबा, मेहबुबा’ अशी हिंदी चित्रपट सृष्टीतील एव्हरग्रीन गाणी ऐकण्यासाठी ‘झी युवा’वर येत्या बुधवारी आणि गुरुवारी रात्री ९. वाजता पाहायला

Marathi Film on 12 sun signs ‘Aalay majhya Raashila’ launched with Muhurat

We have seen the success of  humour filled programme on stage and television by famous of Mr. Sharad Upadhye in the past , which was based on the 12 sun signs . Now producer Ashwini Anand Pimpalkar and director Ajit Shirole will be presenting a film on this interesting subject . Recently, the muhurat of this film suitably titled ‘Aalay Majhya Raashila’ was performed at the hands of well Known vastu-consultant Anand Pimpalkar & popular Marathi actress Nirmiti Sawant.

Nirmiti Sawant, Krishna Soren Ajit-shirole marathi Movie 'Aalay Majya Raashila' Cast crew
Nirmiti Sawant, Krishna Soren Ajit-shirole marathi Movie ‘Aalay Majya Raashila’ Cast crew

Speaking about her involvement with this film as an artiste, Nirmiti Sawant said, she liked the idea of this film and because of her good relationship with Mr. Anand Pimpalkar, agreed to perform in this film, while anand Pimpalkar said that he agreed to produce this film, because he liked this interesting subject. This film’s story is written by Hemant Edlabadkar. While Guru Thakur and Abhay Inamdar have penned the lyrics for this film, music is by Chaitanya Aadkar. Ajay Gogavale and Aadarsh Shinde have rendered their voices for the songs in this film. Cinematography by Krushna Soren and art direction by Vasu Patil and Sachin Patil.

 

Hemant Dhome shoots Satarcha Salman song using his creativity

Every director has his own ideas especially when a song from the film is to be shot. Location plays very important role in song picturisation. And we have seen this happen in Hemant Dhome directed last film ‘Ye re Ye Re Paisa 2′. No wonder songs of this film were used during its trailer launch. Now, Hemant Dhome is busy shooting his next film ‘Satarcha Salman’ . Few days ago he revealed the names of two actresses opposite his lead hero Suyog Gorhe. Now, we understand that he shot an important song from this film with the wordings of the title of this film in Kenjal village in Satara.

Suyog Gorhe in Movie 'Satarcha Salman'
Suyog Gorhe in Movie ‘Satarcha Salman’

The song depicts a colourful atmosphere with villagers wearing traditional dresses while dancing and Suyog Gorhe getting good response from co artistes in this dance sequence. Speaking about his humorous experience while picturing this song, he said, “I wanted a very suitable atmosphere around to picture this song. But, being a village I could not find proper background. Finally, I requested the villagers living around the main square of the village that I would like to paint their houses with different colours. And they agreed immediately. In fact, they came up with the choice of different bright colours selected by each one of them. Their prompt response only boosted my confidence and everything went on well.”

Marathi celebrities take the lead in awareness campaign

Whether it is spreading awareness about Eco friendly Ganapati, cleaning the beach after Ganapati visarjan, raising funds for flood affected people in Maharashtra or pointing out the potholes on Mumbai roads causing problems to Mumbaikars, our Marathi celebrities are always in the forefront. Many Marathi celebrities take active interest to create awareness among the people through social networking sites by sharing the photos which obviously invite the attention of all.

Actress Neha Shitole along with 100 volunteers from social organisations
Actress Neha Shitole along with 100 volunteers from social organisations

Actress like Spruha Joshi showed her fans the new way of worshipping eco friendly Ganesha, while popular Bigg Boss Marathi contestant Neha Shitole along with 100 volunteers from different social organisations took the lead in cleaning the Mumbai’s Juhu Beach the next day after the Ganesh immersion . When Maharashtra faced the biggest natural calamity due to floods last month, many Marathi celebrities came forward to offer help to the flood victims. And now, we find many Marathi artistes coming in the open to take their selfies on the backdrop of potholes in different parts of Mumbai to invite the attention of the administration towards the bad road conditions and sufferings of Mumbaikars.

Makers of ‘RomCom’ launch first 3D poster

Every Marathi film maker is trying to be different when it comes to launch his film or launch the poster of his film. Makers of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Rom Com’ launched 3D poster of their film, which has been tried first time in Marathi films. Sachin Shinde has produced this film under the banner of Dream launcher Entertainment, while the film will be presented by Mohan Sachdev and directed by Gorakh Jogdande.

'Rom Com'Movie 3D poster
‘Rom Com’Movie 3D poster

Well suited to its title, this film presents a love story of Rahul and Suman. However, who are playing these two characters and who are the other artistes of this film has not been revealed yet. ‘It’s Social Time’ who are marketing this film have designed the 3D poster of this film. Till now, 3D posters of the films were seen in Hollywood and Bollywood, but this film has started this new trend in Marathi.

Click here to view 3D Poster

Therefore there has been a lot of curiosity generated bout this film which is all set to release all over Maharashtra on 18th October 2019.

Marathi film ‘Mai Ghat Crime no. 103/2005′ bags best movie award in Singapore

Anant Narayan Mahadevan is a big name in film industry. The actor turned director is now in the news for having bagged the Best film award at the Singapore South Asian International Film Festival for his Marathi film ‘Mai Ghat: Crime no. 103/2005′, which has been edited and directed by him. Produced by Mohini Gupta, this film was nominated in 6 out of seven categories. Besides Best film award, the film has also bagged best editing( Anant Mahadevan) and best cinematography( Alphonse Roy) awards .

Anant Mahadevan's Marathi Movie 'Mai Ghat'
Anant Mahadevan’s Marathi Movie ‘Mai Ghat’

Based on a true story, this film revolves around a mother’s fight for her son who was wrongly arrested as a thief and tortured to death. According to a statement released by Ananth Narayan Mahadevan, the film raises a vital moral dilemma in the end. “Can one really win justice after everything is lost? I am thankful to those who left me, because they taught me I can do it alone.”  the statement read.

Renowned Marathi actress Usha Jadhav plays the lead role of Prabha Mai in this film along with other versatile artistes like Suhasini Mulay as the lawyer, Kamlesh sawant as Cop, Girish Oak as CBI lawyer, Vibhavari Joshi as Sunanda and Vivek Chabukswar as Nitin Athavale. The film has also been officially selected in competition at the prestigious ‘The Asia Pacific Awards 2019′.

Son makes a film ‘Khichik’ for his father

In this film industry, We have heard father making a film for his son to launch him as an actor in films. But, in our Marathi film industry it will be happening the other way. Through the forthcoming Marathi film ‘Khichik’ Producer Sachin Dhakate will be presenting his father Anil Dhakate in an important role. Pritam SK Patil has written and directed this film.

Anil Dhakate in Marathi Movie 'Khichik'
Anil Dhakate in Marathi Movie ‘Khichik’

Anil Dhakate who is an electrical engineer has served high post at administrative level.Though he didn’t have any exposure to acting, he was always curious about this field and always wished that he should be in acting field. His son Sachin has fulfilled his wish by offering a role of an illiterate  grandfather in this film. The trailer of this film has also raised the curiosity of film lovers about this film.

Speaking about this film, Anil Dhakate says, “My son was aware about my wish and had was confident that I would be able to perform as an actor. When the script of this film came to him, he made his decision to offer me this important role. Therefore, it was a great experience for me. I would say that this film has open the new door for me.” The film stars versatile artistes like Siddharth Jadhav, Sudesh Berry and Prathamesh Parab

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.

Aaroh Velankar with CM Devendra Fadnavis
Aaroh Velankar with CM 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.