Sharad Ponkshe to return to Marathi stage with ‘Himalayachi Sawali’
Sharad Ponkshe who had kept himself away from acting field for some time, especially Marathi stage, is now returning with a revived popular play ‘Himalayachi Sawali’ written by legendary playwright late Vasant Kanetkar. In the recent past, we have seen the success formula adopted by producers of Marathi plays to revive old hit Marathi plays with new artistes and directors.
Now, presenters Govind Chavan and Prakash Desai along with director Rajesh Deshpande are bringing back this 40 year old popular Marathi play of yesteryear for the new generation. And the inaugural show of this revived play will be held on 29th September in Nashik, which was the birthplace of late Vasant kanetkar.
Speaking about this revived version of the play, director Rajesh Deshpande says, “It is big responsibility on us to present this masterwork, as we had to take care so as to not disturb the original writing and present it in a new set up. I am sure the older generation people will surely revive their old memories and at the same time the new generation will understand the strength of old plays.”
In the original play Dr. Shreeram Lagoo, Shanta Jog and Ashok Saraf had played the lead characters, whereas in this revived version Sharad Ponkshe will portray the role of Nanasaheb along with Shruja Prabhudesai, Jayant Ghate, Vighnesh Joshi, Kapil Redkar, Meenal Bal & Krushna Rajshekhar . Music by Rahul Ranade, art direction by Sandesh Bendre,Costumes by Mangala Kenkre and Subhash Redkar as production Controller are the other credits of this play.
Is the ongoing monsoon dampening the spirit of Marathi film lovers?
The entire month of July was a wet spell in different parts of Maharashtra including the city of Mumbai and suburbs. This certainly affected the business of Marathi film industry, as there was poor turnout at cinema halls. And, the situation seems to be no different in the beginning of August. Recently, due to continuous rains, some of the better films like ‘Smile please’, ‘Girlfriend’, ‘Baba’ could not find the regular crowd at ticket windows across Maharashtra.
Now, during this week the situation has been worst in places like Konkan, Satara, Sangli, Kolhapur and Pune. As per latest reports received, some of the areas in Maharashtra are still under water and the people have either left their houses for safer places, or preferred to remain inside their homes. T here has been lot of damage to the crop and property.
Some of the big Hindi films are releasing around 15th August, but this week a multi starrer Marathi film ‘Ye Re Ye Re Paisa 2′ has been released as per schedule and the film will be screened at maximum cinema halls all over Maharashtra. Now, it remains to be seen, how this film does the business at the ticket windows in Mumbai and Maharashtra? Actor turned director Hemant Dhome who has directed this film is looking forward to good response for his film. According to him there is no calculation to make a successful film. The film should connect with the audience . And, this is most important.
‘Ye Re Ye Re Paisa 2′ has been shot in London and therefore it is a big budget film with multi star cast in it. It has renowned artistes like Sanjay Narvekar, Mrinal Kulkarni, Priyadarshan Jadhav, Aniket Vishwasrao, Mrunmayee Godbole, Pushkar Shrotri, Prasad Oak, Anand Ingale & Smita Gondkar. The film has music by Bollywood music directors Troy- Arif and cinematography by award winning cinematographer Sanjay Memane. So, there are big expectations from this film. But, once again as rightly said by the director, this film has to connect with the audience.
After success of ‘Boyz’ now be ready to welcome ‘Girlz’
After the success of ‘Poshter Boyz’, we saw a film in the name of ‘Poshter Girl’. Thereafter, watching the success of ‘Boyz’ and then ‘Boyz 2′ director Vishal Sakharam Deorukhkar is now bringing ‘Girlz’. “Why should boys have all the fun”, seems to be his logic, while making this film which will take you on the unusual journey of the world of young girls. The film is presented by Everest Entertainment and Kayara Kumar Creations.
Speaking about his film Vishal Deorukhkar says, “Most of the films on the lives of youngsters set on the backdrop of school and colleges are dominated by boys. But, there are no films based on the mischief and fun among girls. It is always said that friendship is only noticed among boys. But, this is not true. There can be good friendship between girls. In fact, at times girls can turn more mischievous than boys. And they can preserve their secrets intact, among them.”
The director also feels that audience will be more curious to know about this world of young girls and therefore he has given the answer through his film’s story. Producer Naren Kumar also feels that after a long time such a film on the lives of young girls is being offered. He recalls a film ‘Bindhast’ in Marathi on the college life of young girls, which was released 20 years ago. “Now, after a long gap a film on the lives of young girls is being offered by us.” he said.
Who are the artistes performing in this film and what is the story of this film is still not revealed. But, one thing is sure that this film will be released all over Maharashtra on 15th November 2019.
Award winning film ‘Bandishala’ now to be premiered on television
‘Bandishala’ which had actress Mukta Barve playing a dashing Jail officer did receive good number of awards prior to its theatre release. Now, this film based on real life story will be premiered on Zee talkies channel on coming Sunday i.e. 11th August in two back to back shows at 12 noon and 6 pm respectively . Written by Sanjay Krishnaji Patil, the writer of many national award winning Marathi films, is directed by Milind Lele and is produced by Shantai Motion Pictures of Ms. Swati Sanjay Patil.
Set on the backdrop of a jail , Mukta has wonderfully portrayed the challenging role of Madhavi Sawant a young dynamic lady jail officer, who has to fight her own battle against criminals as well as those using their political strength to suppress her. It may be recalled that this film had won eight awards at the State Awards function, including the best actress award by Mukta Barve. Television has always been the best medium to reach out to every household in Maharashtra and therefore, the telecast of this film will surely help to spread awareness about what’s happening in our society and show how a woman fights her own her battle against injustice.
MarathiMovieworld.com has already appreciated this film through its review and therefore strongly recommend it for all sensible home viewers. Besides Mukta Barve, the film has many versatile artistes like Vikram Gaikwad, Sharad Ponkshe, Hemangi Kavi, Savita Prabhune, Ajay Purkar, Asha Shelar, Pravin Tarde, Umesh jagtap, Ashwini Giri, Madhav Abhyankar, Prasanna Ketkar and others in important roles and they have all impressed with their performances.
Varad Chavan impresses as Police Inspector in ‘Jeevalaga’
Till recently, the ongoing Marathi serial ‘Jeevalaga’ on Star Pravah was centred around four lead characters played by Swapnil Joshi, Amruta Khanvilkar, Siddharth Chandekar, Madhura Deshpande and few character artistes around them. But, with the new twist in this serial and with the entry of Police Inspector played by Varad Chavan there are many interesting happenings taking place in this serial. However, it is Varad Chavan with his new image as a police inspector has been inviting all the attention, with his particular style of dialect which also invites some humour into this serial.
Having performed variety of roles in many TV serials and Marathi films, Varad established his own identity as an actor through his characters played in ‘Ajuni Chand raat Aahe’, ‘Mangalsutra’, ‘Asmita’, ‘Devyani‘, ‘Madhu Ithe Chara Tithe’, ‘Ek Taas Bhutacha’ & ‘Runji’ serials. He also impressed through his important roles in Marathi films like ‘Kho Kho’, ‘On Duty 24 taas’, ‘Tujhi Majhi Love Story’, ‘Shrimant Damodar Pant’ and so on.
Varad is now following the footsteps of his father late Vijay Chavan a legend of Marathi entertainment industry. During the past few years, he has also gained a lot of experience, to prove his skills.Last time when we met him, he had said that was more keen on playing an angry young man action hero and with this role of Police Inspector, this 6ft + tall smart and handsome actor has certainly been receiving not only good response from his admirers but is also likely to receive better offers from the TV and serial film makers . But, this present role of Police Inspector in ‘Jeevalaga’ will surely take him a long way to attain more and more success in his acting career.
Teaser launch of ‘Khichik’ based on sensitive relationship
Teasers of films have played a very important role to generate curiosity among the film lovers. Today, social networking media is playing a very important role, as the young generation keeps track of the news of all forthcoming films. Keeping this in mind, makers of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Khichik’ have also launched the teaser of their film on social media. And the teaser of this film has also generated curiosity.
In the teaser we find the lead actor of the film Prathamesh Parab delivering his dialogue in style , almost pleading before the girl, who walks past him. But after moving ahead by ignoring him, she drops a crushed piece of paper. And this is enough for the viewers to get some idea about the film’s story. The makers are confident that this is enough message to give a glimpse about sensitive relationship presented through their film.
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Now, it remains to be seen what will be the next step of the makers to reach out to their prospective audience. Finally, it all depends on the actual turn out of film lovers at ticket windows after the film’s release.
‘Classmates’ fame Pallavi Patil makes her debut in digital world
Pallavi Patil who came from Jalgaon to begin her acting career in Mumbai, made her acting debut through hit Marathi film ‘Classmates’. Later, she did not look back and went on to make her presence felt through variety of roles in films like ‘Shentimental’, ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’, ‘Boyz 2′, ‘Tu Tithe Asave’ and ‘702 Dixits’. She also performed in popular Hindi series ’24’ with Anil Kapoor and others.
Now, Pallavi is all set to make her debut through a web series on Digital network. This series titled ‘Gondya Aala Re’, will be aired from 15th August 2019. We are all aware that the during the freedom struggle the most cruel Officer W.C. Rand was responsible for killing the brave freedom fighters Chaphekar Brothers. Based on this episode is the series ‘Gondya aala re’ and in this series Pallavi Patil is playing the important role of Damodar Chaphekar’s wife Durgabai Chaphekar.
Speaking about her digital debut, Pallavi says, “After working in feature films I was looking forward to work in a web series and an opportunity came to me, when Ankur Kakatkar offered me the role of Durgabai. After studying this role, I found it to be very strong character. Therefore, I feel happy that my debut in digital world, comes through this role.”
Recently, Pallavi posted her look in this web series on social media along with the real photo of Durgabai Chaphekar . There is one more photo in a nine yard saree has also been posted by her. Therefore, speaking particularly about her role Pallavi says, “Through this series, viewers will get an opportunity to see two sides of Durgabai Chaphekar . The first during the presence of her husband with her silent support to him in the freedom struggle and the other when after his death, she takes some important crucial decisions.”
Watching her rising popularity, her admirers are keen to watch her in this historical role.
Is Neha Shitole moving close to winning ‘Big Boss 2’?
To think about Neha Shitole and a frank fiery character of a young woman comes before your eyes. So much has been her strength through every important character she has played on television or films. Now, this Bold, Frank participant of ‘Big Boss 2′ is today popularly as Task Queen is moving close to winning the Big Boss-2 crown. That’s what her well wishers feel , looking at her popularity and performance in this reality show so far. Neha has also been praised by host Mahesh Manjrekar on her performance to
complete her task successfully. Her ability to convincingly prove her point in front of her opponents has also been highly appreciated by viewers.
Recently, after completing 60 days of the show, she lost one of her friend and well wishers in this show Madhav Devchake , who saw his exit from the show. Watching his exit she had burst into tears. But, she had assured Madhav that she would complete full 100
days in this show . So much of confidence he has on herself. The show has also taken a new turn after controversial participant Abhijeet Bichkule has returned back. It may be recalled that from the very first day, Neha couldn’t get well along with him, but somehow
managed to be friendly later.
Now that the show is heading towards the final stage, the family week task is set to begin and Neha is expected to receive her husband Nachiket . And after his meeting Neha is surely going to get a boost her confidence to make all possible attempts to win the
crown.
Renuka Shahane to play lead role in shotfilm ‘Silent Ties’
In the past, Sai Deodhar was recognised as late cinematographer Debu Deodhar & renowned film maker Shrabani Deodhar‘s daughter. But, today she has made her own identitity both in the television and film industry. Having performed lead roles in many television serials, recently, we saw her lead role in ‘Mogara Phulala’ film. However, beyond this, Sai has also made her presence felt as a director through Zee 5 short film ‘Date’.
Even otherwise, not believing to remain idle, Sai has always been trying something new through her new plans, when she completes her project in hand . Now, her second directorial venture shotfilm ‘Silent Ties’is also on the way . Recently, Sai posted a photograph on social media along with actress Renuka Shanae and her mother. Clearly indicating this project as her second film as director. With Renuka Shahane being part of this short film in the lead role, this film has certainly raised the curiosity among the people.
Produced by Palash Dutta, through this film Sai has tried to present a new but delicate subject which should spread awareness among people about the problems of LGBT . This is a family subject based on brother and sister relationship and Renuka is playing the lead role of sister. The ongoing moth also coincides with the festival of ‘Rakshabandhan’ and therefore the timing for releasing this film is also perfect. Moreover, watching Renuka Shahane‘s performance in this film will also be a pleasure to her fans and admirers.
It may be recalled that Renuka who shot into fame with television’s popular programme ‘Surabhi’ along with Siddharth Kak , later found many roles in Hindi and Marathi films, after playing that most important role of Salman Khan’s Bhabhi in super hit Film ‘Hum Aap Ke hain Koun’. Thereafter, she also made her debut as a director through Marathi film ‘Rita’ starring her close friend Pallavi Joshi in lead role. Now, her role in Sai Deodhar‘s film will surely be something different .
Emotion filled ‘Baba’ is a tribute to all fathers
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In the past, through films like Gulzar’s ‘Koshish’ and Sanjay Leela Bhansali‘s ‘Khamoshi’ we have seen the struggle of speech and hearing impaired parents, while communicating with their child . Similarly in Marathi film like Samruddhi Porey‘s ‘Mala Aai Vhaychay’ we saw the problems faced by a surrogate mother, when after taking care of the child , the absconding Mother suddenly comes to take the possession of the child. The film had also shown the story in legal and emotional perspective of who should the child be with.
Now, Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt presented and Raj R Gupta directed latest Marathi film ‘Baba‘, we find a speech and hearing impaired poor village couple Madhav( Deepak Dobriyal) & Anandi ( Nandita Patkar) taking unconditional charge of a three day old illegitimate child born to an unmarried woman Pallavi( Spruha Joshi) , whose father refuses to accept the child.
The poor couple living in a remote village make all the efforts to offer love and affection to the child named Shankar ( Aryan Menghji) for eight long 8 years. Though the child can hear, he cannot speak, obviously because of the environment around him. When after eight years, the real mother returns with her husband Raajan ( Abhijit Khandkekar) after four years of their marriage, to claim the child, Madhav and Anandi are dragged into court by their lawyer Mr. Sapre ( Shailesh Datar) to prove their claim right. So, the Public Prosecutor Mr. Madke ( Jayant Gadekar) is provided to the poor couple. What transpires in the court of Judge ( Jaywant Wadkar) handling this legal battle and how the poor father Madhav makes desperate efforts to make his little son speak during the hearing period of the case, is an interesting emotion and humour filled story presented through the film’s screenplay.
What impresses the most, is the battle in the court, with Madhav and Anandi trying to prove their point through their family friend Tryambak(Chittaranjan Giri) who stammers while speaking. The director has very skilfully shown the lifestyle of Madhav and Anandi, while meeting the small demands of little Shankar. Moreover, the struggle of Madhav is clearly noticed through his efforts so as to not lose the custody of his beloved Shankar.
The film’s screenplay and presentation style seems to have been inspired by award winning Iranian Film maker Majid Majidi and therefore there is a lot of scope for this film to receive invitations from various international film festivals. The performances of the lead artistes are the best. They find very good support from the supporting artistes. The film has also received good technical support, with superb cinematography by Arjun Sorte, good art direction by Siddharth Tatooskar, Bhakti Tatooskar suitable sound design of Shijin Hutton- Abhishek Nair and perfect music and background music by the team of Rohan, Rohan & Susmit Limaye to create the perfect village backdrop during the period of 1990.
All in all, ‘Baba’ is an artistic film for all those film lovers who love to watch something sensible that touches their heart. This emotion filled film with some added humour, is also a tribute to all fathers in this world.