Producer of ‘Mauli’ Ashish Chowdhry has big plans for future
As an actor Ashish Chowdhry has experienced television and cinema. But now, joining hands with his close family friend Deepa Pardasany the duo have flagged off their new venture Hindustan Talkies. Incidentally, their production start off with Marathi film ‘Mauli‘ starring Riteish Deshmukh under the banner of Jio Studios. Incidentally, Rohit has acted with Riteish in the films ‘Dhamal‘ and ‘Double Dhamal‘ in the past. Before entering this production, both Ashish and Deepa had decided to create and support content-driven regional and commercial cinema.
“We are willing to back new writers as long as we feel they have a strong content. Also, the opening of online platform necessitates a gap to be filled. We will take our vision across platforms and regions,” says Deepa. While Ashish has to say, “At Hindustan Talkies, we are looking to invest in strong scripts. Both Deepa and I share a driven desire to make striking stories. Hence, when the opportunity came to co-produce with Riteish Deshmukh and Jio, it fit our vision perfectly. Also, it’s a delight to team up with market leaders like Mumbai Film Company and Jio Studios.”
In short, both of them have big plans for future. Hope their debut film achieves grand success.
Mauli Movie Trailer
Movie : Mauli
Director : Aditya Sarpotdar
Music : Ajay-Atul
Cast : Riteish Deshmukh, Saiyami Kher, Siddharth Jadhav, Jitendra Joshi
Action packed film ‘Figght’ to release on 20th December
In our Marathi film industry we find very few film makers presenting action packed films. Now Jimmy Moray, a young action director from Pune is making his debut in film direction through forthcoming Marathi film ‘Figght‘ which is no doubt full of action. Produced by Lalit Oswaal, this film claims to have a strong subject with a team of newcomers and veteran artistes. Recently, a poster of this film was launched on social media.
This action packed film will be presenting an action hero Jeet More, who is found most suitable for this central role and his action scenes are handled by Fight Master Firoze Khan. Along with Jeet the other new artistes of this film are, Sayali Joshi, Nishigandha Kunte, Prasad Surve, Rahul Belapurkar, Anup Ingale, Mangesh Nande, Rahul Phaltankar & Karam Bhat. The seasoned artistes in the supporting roles are Madhav Abhyankar, Suresh Vishvakarma, Poorva Shinde, Kamal Thoke & Asif Ibrahim. Script by Swapnil Mahaling,lyrics by Mandar Cholkar, music by Swapnil Godbole are the other credits of this film, which will be released on 20th December 2018.
Swanandi Tikekar
Biography / Profile:
Born : 13 November
Birthplace : Bijapur
Occupation : Actress
Swanandi Tikekar is the best among the new talents. She was perfect choice for the character of Meenal in serial ‘Dil Dosti Duniyadari‘. She completed her education in law from ILS College. She is daughter of famous actor Uday Tikekar and Singer Aarti Ankalikar. She Started her acting career from her childhood in serial ‘Abhalmaya‘. Swanandi made her debut in the drama from the play ‘Ek Shoonya Teen‘. In ‘Dil Dosti Dobara’ she played character of Mukta.
Filmography:
- Movie(s)
- Serial(s)
- Dil Dosti Duniyadari (Zee Marathi)
- Dil Dosti Dobara (Zee Marathi)
- Play(s)
- Don’t Worry Be Happy
- Ek Shoonya Teen
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Trailer of ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai-3′ released
‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai-3‘ which is the first Marathi film to have three sequels, is set to hit screens across the State on December 7. The Trailer of this much awaited sequel was recently released in Mumbai in the presence of the lead pair Swapnil Joshi & Mukta Barve. On this occasion Director Satish Rajwade, Producer Sanjay Chhabria, Everest Entertainment, Amit Bhanushali , Co-Producer, 52 Friday Cinemas and Nandu Ahuja of Eros International were present.
Through this film, the super hit pair, Swapnil Joshi & Mukta Barve and renowned Director, Satish Rajwade have come together again with their successful chemistry for the 3rd Sequel along with eminent Stars like Rohini Hattangadi, Prashant Damle, Savita Prabhune, Suhas Joshi, Mangal Kenkre and Vijay Kenkre in lead roles. Marathi film goers are eagerly looking forward to this new sequel in the life of Gautam and Gauri .
Speaking on the occasion of teaser release, Satish Rajwade said, “We did not expect Mumbai Pune Mumbai (MPM) to be successful to such an extent. MPM has now become a cult, setting a trend of one of its kind love story and has become a habit with the audience. People are now more curious about the lives of Gautam and Gauri and relate themselves with the happenings in the lives of the couple. While shooting for ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai’, we did not expect that we will go for a sequel. But, during the making of its second part we realized that there was a room for the third part as well. It would not be appropriate to reveal any more details about the film, but I can surely say that the third part too will prove to be equally successful.”
Padmini Kolhapure
Biography / Profile:
Born : 1 November
Birthplace : Mumbai
Occupation : Actress
Padmini Kolhapure journey as an actress began as a child actress through the film ‘Ek Khiladi Bawan Patte‘ and thereafter she has not looked back. With films like ‘Ishq Ishq Ishq’, ‘Zindagi’, ‘Dream Girl’,’Sajan Bina Suhagan’, ‘Satyam Shivam Sundaram’ and others,
Padmini Kolhapure had a very successful career in Bollywood as a big star during 80s and 90s. For ‘Insaf Ka Taraju‘. she won the best supporting actress award in 1981, while for ‘Prem Rog‘ she won the best actress Filmfare award, which was a big achievement. Padmini made her debut in Marathi films through ‘Chimni Pakhara‘ which was a hit film and also won her many popular awards.
Filmography:
- Movie(s)
- Manthan (2005)
- Chimani Pakhara (2003)
- Serial(s)
- Play(s)
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Interview(s):
Mumbai Pune Mumbai 3 Movie Trailer
Movie : Mumbai Pune Mumbai 3
Director : Satish Rajwade
Cast : Swapnil Joshi, Mukta Barve, Prashant Damle, Mangal Kenkre, Vijay Kenkre, Savita Prabhune
Sai Tamhankar is the first big star to perform Stand up Comedy
Sai Tamhankar has always been in the news for some or the other reason. Recently, we saw her performing in a web series . Then, we heard about her involvement in Wrestling Competition League, when she owned a team. And now, she has turned a Stand up Comedian. This clearly shows her enthusiasm and her ability to do the things which she feels are right for her. No wonder, she has got a big fan following on social networking media.
Sai recently, posted a video on instagram giving the information about her Stand up Comedy show at a particular venue in Thane on Sunday evening. We often find new artistes attempting such things to get noticed about their acting skills. But, Sai who has already established herself in this filed on television and films, has found something new in this show. This is what she has to say, ” I have always admired such shows and also the artistes performing in it. In my acting career, I have performed in few comedy films. But, this stand up comedy is something different.“
‘Kolhapur Diaries’ will be remake of Super hit Malayalam Film
Remakes of South Films is not new to Bollywood. Now, this style has also come to our Marathi films. Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Kolhapur Diaries‘ will be remake of Super hit Malayalam film ‘Angamaly Diaries‘. Recently, the first look of the lead actor of this film Bhushan Nanasaheb Patil was released on Digital media on the occasion of Bhushan’s birthday celebrations on 18th November. This look has received a lot of appreciation from Marathi film lovers.
Originally from Dhule, Maharashtra, Bhushan seems to be the perfect choice for this Marathi version and his selection for this role is already the topic of discussion. Joe Rajan who made his debut as a director through Bollywood film ‘Luv U Soniyo‘ few years ago is the director of this film and the film will be presented by Avadhoot Gupte. Now, it remains to be seen how this remake of Malayalam film will appeal to Marathi film lovers.
Sanhita Joshi
Biography / Profile:
Born : 18 October
Occupation : Actress
Sanhita Joshi is daughter of director Swapna Waghmare Joshi. She is making her debut from the film ‘Madhuri‘ presented by Urmila Matondkar, in ‘Madhuri‘ film she played charachter of Sonali Kulkarni’s daughter. Sanhita Joshi completed her schooling from Vrajlal Parekh Vidyanidhi High School
Filmography:
- Movie(s)
- Madhuri (2018)
- Serial(s)
- Play(s)