Actress Smita Tambe turns glamorous for photo shoot
Popular Marathi film actress Smita Tambe , known for her award winning performances and roles in off beat Marathi films, for the first time took part in a glamorous photo shoot and this turned out to be a big news. Speaking on this occasion, Smita said, “For the past 10-15 years I haven’t taken part in such kind of photo shoot. Whatever photo shoots I have done so far, were related to my roles for posters of my films released so far. Therefore, my glamorous photos had never appeared before by fans.”
Incidentally, this year 2019 there are many new happenings in her personal and professional life. When asked about this, she said, “Yes, at the beginning of this year, I got married and thereafter I saw many new happenings in my life. I made a comeback on Marathi stage through professional play ‘Idiots.’ Then, turned a producer through a film ‘Sawat’ followed by my entry into digital world. Now, my three web series are due for release one after the other. There are new projects in Marathi and Bollywood, announcement of which will be made soon.”
‘Miss U Mister’ offers emotion filled light entertainer
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After directing films like ‘Mangalashtaka Once More’, ‘Mamachya Gavala Jaoo Ya’ and multi starrer ‘Bus stop’ writer- director Sameer Joshi is back with his latest presentation ‘Miss You Mister’. Starring Siddharth Chandekar and Mrunmayee Deshpande in the lead characters of Varun and Kaveri a newly married couple , who are working hard in their respective jobs, to purchase the office premises of their own to make Varun’s father (Rajan Bhise) happy, as he has lost everything in his business, due to heavy non repayment of loans.
To earn more money, Varun signs an 18 month contract with a UK company and proceeds to London. Both Varun and Kaveri find it very difficult to stay separately and are constantly involved in skype calls and whats app messages and videos. However, the latest technology is not enough to keep them strongly bonded. Some happenings create misunderstandings between them. But, their love brings back Varun on a short vacation mid way of his contract. Even after coming back, Varun has his own commitments to his parents and friends, which makes kaveri more desperate and she decides to move to her parents place. Her only connect is her cousin Rucha( Deepti Lele) , who has also gone through a break up, as her would be prefers to shift to Delhi. The series of interesting happenings which follow, finally bring them together.
Script writer and director Sameer Hemant Joshi has tried to present a light entertainer which is filled with emotions. Through this film, he talks about the importance of proper communication and trust between a newly married couple . But, at the same time he has tried to show that just expressing love for each other and constantly chatting over phone or video calls is not enough to understand each other well. In short, he has focused more on how the long distance relationship takes a toll on the newly weds. The happenings in their respective offices and Kaveri’s interactions with Varun’s parents, with her own parents and also with Rucha are picturised very well in a humorous way At the same Varun & Kaveri’s encounter with a family friend cum counsellor ( Hrishikesh Joshi) has something worth to convey to young couples. . The director has conveniently avoided melodrama in the screenplay and has paid more attention on humour arising out of many important situations.
Through their respective roles, Siddharth and Mrunmayee have done full justice to their characters . Mrunmayee certainly finds better scope but both of them together have given realistic look to almost all the scenes including those intimate scenes filmed on them. Good support comes from Rajan Bhise, Savita Prabhune, Avinash Narkar, Radhika Vidyasagar, Hrishikesh Joshi and Deepti Lele through their respective supporting roles. Kedar Gaekwad’s cinematography & Sayali Soman’s costumes makes this film more presentable. There isn’t any scope for music, as the director pays more attention on his interesting screenplay. But, the apt back- ground music and effective sound designing does invite the attention of the audience.
All in all ‘Miss U Mister’ is a worth watch film especially for young couples and their parents.
“Acting is the art of creating an illusion” – Vikram Gokhale
As part of their Acting Workshop, Vikram Gokhale Acting Academy had recently organised a discussion cum debate at the Shree Ganesh Kala Krida Rangmanch Pune, where dignitaries like Vikram Gokhale, Varsha Usgaonkar, Girish Pardeshi, Meghrajraje Bhosale and Rajaram Kore of Zoom Films were present. The programme began with lighting of the lamp.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Vikram Gokhale said, “Acting is the art of creating an illusion. Acting Performance of the actor should be such that it should look very realistic. While performing in plays like ‘Nakalat Saare Ghadale’ and ‘Barister’, it was a big challenge for me. Whether it is a play or a film, total involvement into the character is very important.” Then giving some tips to newcomers, he added, “While entering this filed, it is very necessary to possess self confidence. At the same time one should have ability to observe & learn small things in this process.”
Varsha Usgaonkar and Girish Pardeshi also offered guidance to the participants, through their respective speeches. The programme received a very good response from newcomers coming from Pune and surrounding areas. Milind Shintre anchored the programme.
“It has always been my pleasure to sing Marathi song” – Javed Ali
Renowned singer Javed Ali is not new to Marathi songs. Whenever there were offers made to him to sing for Marathi cinema, he has never said no. Javed Ali has rendered two songs in forthcoming Marathi film ‘Whatsapp Love’ , music of which was released recently, at his hands, in the capacity of chief guest. Speaking on this occasion, Javed Ali said, “ I live in Maharashtra and Mumbai is my ‘karmabhoomi’. Though I come from Delhi, many other artistes like me attained success in Maharashtra. I grew up listening to the Hindi and Marathi songs of Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosale. My favourite Marathi songs are ‘Dayaghana…’ and ‘Mendichya panavar..’ Therefore, whenever I am called to sing a Marathi song, I feel very happy. Music of ‘Whats app Love’ is very appealing and therefore this film will surely be a musical hit.”
The film is produced and directed by Hemant Kumar Mahale who has so far successfully organised Indian musical shows abroad. Since ‘Whats app Love’ will be his first film, he wants to make it a musical film. Besides Javed Ali, the film also offers other renowned singers like Asha Bhosale & Shreya Ghoshal. The trailer of this film which was also released on this occasion, clearly suggested that for ‘Whats app’ users this film will turn out to be a perfect guide. The film stars Rakesh Bapat, Anuja Sathe, Persian actress Sareh Fer, Pallavi Shetty, Anup Choudhari and Anuradha Rajadhyaksha. Music by Nitin Shankar, lyrics by Ajita kale and camera by Suresh Suvarna are the other credits.
The film will be released all over Maharashtra on 12th July 2019.
Sai Tamhankar fan club make hundred under privileged children happy
We are all aware that Marathi actress Sai Tamhankar always finds time for her social commitments. Similarly her fan club ‘Saiholiks’ which comprises of many well wishers, carry forward her message to the society by involving themselves in some social commitment. Recently, on the occasion of Sai’s birthday, this fan club distributed school kit to hundred under privileged children and saw happiness on their faces.
Speaking about their work, her fans said that every year they celebrate their favourite star Sai’s birthday by taking up some kind of social work. During the last three years they have planted trees in different parts of state to celebrate her birthday. Reacting to this fine gesture from her fan club, Sai said, “ I consider myself fortunate that I have such a wonderful group of people as my well wishers, who think of different ideas to celebrate my birthday in a unique way.”
Siddharth – Mrunmayee get ready for their film’s release on 28th June
Writer- director Sameer Joshi, who had earlier made films like ‘Mangalashtaka Once More’, ‘Mamachya Gavala Jaooya’, ‘Bus Stop‘, besides writing & directing many TV serials is now ready with his next film ‘Miss You Mister’ which is all set to release on 28th June 2019. Also getting ready with their film are Siddharth Chandekar & Mrunmayee Deshpande who had earlier worked together in a popular Marathi serial and also Milind Uke‘s Hindi film during their teenage.
Both Siddharth and Mrunmayee are equally excited about their film’s release, which according to them talks about ‘long distance relationship’ between a newly married couple. In short, it is about the present busy lifestyle of couple and the humour arising out of it. . How their characters find way after facing this situation, is what the film’s story is all about. Presented by Mantra Vision, the film also stars versatile Marathi artistes like Rajan Bhise, Savita Prabhune, Avinash Narkar, Radhika Vidyasagar and others.
‘Takatak’ all set for release on 28th June
Different types of comedy subjects are dealt by our Marathi film makers over the years. Now, for the first time in Marathi Cinema, sex comedy which has dodged Marathi Cinema in a big way, is all set to release on 28th June 2019. Milind Kavade who has directed several successful films in Marathi is coming up with this film suitably titled ‘Takatak’ which he has claimed to be a sex comedy in Marathi. .Produced under the banner of Purple Bull Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., V. Patke Films and Gaonwala Creations, ‘Takatak’ has a pertinent message as the undercurrent.
According to the makers, The USP of the film ‘Takatak’ is that the right type of artistes have been cast with suitable roles. Prathamesh Parab, Ritika Shrotri will be seen together in the film for the first time in the film and the trailer has raised the expectations from the film. Also there will be the pair of Abhijit Aamkar and Pranali Bhalerao in the company of stalwarts like Bharat Ganeshpure, Pradeep Patwardhan, Ananda Karekar performing under the able guidance of the director Milind Kavade. Varun Likhate has composed the songs of this film. Milind Kavade & Ajay Thakur have written the story and screenplay while Sanjay Navgire has written the dialogues while Hazrat Sheikh (Vali) is the DOP of the film.
56th Maharashtra State Marathi Film Awards Winners
56th Maharashtra State Marathi Film Awards 2018 were presented in the presence of Oscar Academy president John Bailey in Mumbai on 26 May 2019.
Winners:
Best Story: Sudharkar Reddy , Naal
Best Screenplay: Shivaji Lotan Patil, Nishant Dhapse, Bhonga
Best Dialogues: Dr Vivek Bele, Aapala Manus
Best Lyrics: Sanjay Patil, BandiShala
Best Music Composer: Rajesh Sarkate, Menaka Urvashi
Best Background Score: Vijay Gawande, Bandishala
Best Male Playback Singer: Hrishikesh Ranade, What’sup Lagna
Best Female Playback Singer: Priyanka Barve, Bandishala
Best Choreographer: Umesh Jadhav, Menaka Urvashi
Best Supporting Actor: Swanand Kirkire, Chumbak
Best Supporting Actress: Chaya Kadam, Nude
Best Debut Actor: Firoz Shaikh, Tendlya
Best Debut Actress: Gauri Kothavade, Pushpak Viman
Best Production House: Shantai Moshan Picture, Bandishala
Best Debut Director: Sachin Jadhav, Nachiket Waikar, Tendlya
Best Actor: K K Memon, Ek Sangaychay
Best Actress: Mukta Barve, Bandishala
Best Marathi Movie: Bhonga
Best Movie 2nd : Bandishala
Best Movie 3rd : Tendlya
Best Movie (Social): Ek Sangaychay
Best Movie (Rural): Bhonga
Raj Kapur Lifetime Award: Waman Bhosale
Raj Kapur Special Contribution: Paresh Rawal
V Shantaram Lifetime Award: Sushma Shiromani
V Shantaram Special Contrition: Bharat Jadhav
Ajay Phansekar announces his new Marathi film ‘Senior Citizen’
Actor turned Writer- director Ajay Phansekar who had earlier made films like ‘Ratra Aarambh’, ‘Encounter’, ‘Yehi Hai Zindagi’, ‘Ek Hotee Vadi’, ‘Ramchandra Purshottam Joshi’’ and ‘Cheater’ has now announced his next Marathi film ‘Senior Citizen’ , shooting of which will begin soon. Made under the banner of Om Creations, this new film from Ajay Phansekar has certainly raised hopes of Marathi film lovers.
The announcement of star cast of this film has not been announced, but one thing is sure that it will be a thriller, according to Mr. Ajay Phansekar. And therefore, the subject of this film will be a surprise for film lovers. It may be recalled that Ajay Phansekar began his innings on 30 years ago, when he performed as a Policeman in Police detective serial 100 on Doordarshan Marathi along with Shivaji Satam and Deepak Shirke. While the other two focused on acting in Hindi and Marathi films, Ajay preferred to turn towards writing and direction and has been doing well since then.
Sanjay Dutt’s first Marathi production ‘Baba’ to release on 2nd August
After Amitabh Bachchan, Akhay Kumar, Ajay Devgan, Riteish Deshmuk and Priyanka Chopra, now it is the turn of actor Sanjay Dutt to turn producer of Marathi film. Sanjay is producing this Marathi film ‘Baba’ along with his wife Manyata under the banner of Sanjay Dutt Productions and with co producers Ashok and Aarti Subhedar. The first poster of this film was released recently and the film will be released all over Maharashtra on 2nd August 2019.
‘Baba’ stars NSD actor Deepak Dobriyal ( ‘Tanu Weds Manu’ fame) in the lead role along with renowned Marathi film actress Nandita Dhuri Patkkar as female lead. The other artistes of this film are, Spruha Joshi, Abhijeet Khandkekar, Chitaranjan Giri, Jaywant Wadkar and popular child star Aryan Menghji. The film is directed by Rajan R Gupta, who was earlier Asst. Director for Madhuri Dixit’s Marathi film ‘Bucket List’. Set on the backdrop of picturesque Konkan, it is the story of a father and his son. Sanjay Dutt has dedicated this film in memory of his late beloved father Sunil Dutt.