Premiere of Marathi Short Films Niyam (Rules) and Kulupband (Locked) Scheduled in Canada
Marathi films have already made their mark at the national and international levels. A noteworthy addition to this canon was made recently by a promising Marathi writer-director Ashish Ningurkar with his short films ‘Niyam’ and ‘Kulupband’. These short films will now be screened in Torrento, Canada. Thanks to an initiative taken by ‘World Globe’, an Organisation founded by a renowned industrialist Fredrie Regon. The online premiere of the films will be followed by a Webinar to discuss various aspects of these artistic endeavours.
Both these short films have been conceived, scripted, shot and directed by Ashish Ningurkar himself. Mrs. Kiran Ningurkar produced them under ‘Kavya Dream Movies’. The starcast of the films includes Ashok Ningurkar, Jayshree Ningurkar, Swaroop Kasar and Anurag Ningurkar. Abhishek Lagas has edited the films.
The shooting of the films was done strictly indoors, during the Lockdown period. The films make an emotional appeal to the viewers to follow the rules to cope with the Corona pandemic. Through them the director wants to pass on a pertinent message that human life is precious and a little haste will snatch it from us. It’s better to stay away from others for the time being.
Ashish Ningurkar and his team has been widely congratulated for this outstanding achievement. This success story of a youngster from rural background is indeed inspiring to every Indian.
Sai Tamhankar resumes shooting after three months
Popular Marathi actress Sai Tamhankar who is known for her commitment to acting profession is now back to the studios for shooting of her reality show. After three months long break due to imposition of lockdown, shootings of all the ongoing television shows and films have now begun with the new unlock rules. And this has brought Sai back to her work, which she enjoys a lot, being a workaholic. Even otherwise, the trendy actress has proved her commitment to work, by being present for the shoots, in spite of suffering an injury.
Speaking about resuming her work after a long gap, Sai Tamhankar offered her mixed reactions, “I am excited but at the same time there is fear in my mind. But, there are all arrangements made over here. There is a Doctor, an ambulance for emergency. There is arrangement for checking the body temperature on our arrival and there are other precautions taken, such as washing our hands frequently and use of sanitizers. I know that people are tired of watching old episodes of programmes but now, with the beginning of shootings for fresh episodes, they will soon get to see the new episodes.”
Hansraj Jagtap to play lead role in ‘Fanjar’
Not all the child artistes are lucky to grab lead roles in films like Sachin Pilgaonkar, Mahesh Kothare and Swapnil Joshi did . In fact these three artistes played lead roles even during their teenage. There may be few others too, but these three artistes proved themselves successful in their acting career. Few others like Nivedita Joshi, Adinath Kothare, Pallavi Joshi and others also found lead roles, when they passed their teenage. Now, one more child artiste is all set to make his appearance in lead role in forthcoming Marathi film ‘Fanjar’.
Hansraj Jagtap who received all the attention with his performance as a child artiste in 2014 Marathi film ‘Dhag’ had bagged Special Mention Jury award at the 60th National Film Awards. He had also received Best Child actor Ma. Ta. Award. For the past six years he had shown good progress playing variety of roles in his teenage through films like ‘Rakkhndaar’, ‘Itemgiri’, ‘Ziprya’ and ‘Re Raya’. But now, this new film ‘Fanjar’ directed by Devadatta Motiram Dhandore will present him in lead role. Recently, the first poster of this film was released and Hansraj was more than happy to share this poster on his social media page, which carries his big image on it.
Hansraj plays this lead role opposite Sampada Chandansive. MarathiMovieWorld wishes this talented young actor all the best in his future acting career. The teaser of this film will be released on social media on 2nd July 2020.
Amitabh Bachchan offers help to ABMCM workers
We are all aware that the corona Pandemic is not yet over. Though some relaxations have been made in the lock down, by allowing the film industry to begin work partially, the fear of corona virus has kept many daily wage workers still away from their work. Looking at this grave situation, many film personalities have come forward to offer help to these daily wage workers . The Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Chitrapat Mahamandal( ABMCM) has received help from such well wishers for onward distribution to all those daily wage workers registered with the Mahamandal.
Only few days ago we saw Vikram Gokhale offering his land in donation to Chitrapat Mahamandal so that it could be of some help these workers in the form of shelter. Now his ‘AB aani CD’ Marathi film co star Mr. Amitabh Bachchan has come forward by offering coupons of Rs. 1500/- each to 500 daily wage workers registered with Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Chitrapat Mahamandal , so that they can buy groceries from Big Bazar. This is a very fine gesture from the Superstar , who has always come forward with help for social cause.
Savaniee Ravindrra’s unplugged series launched
After receiving overwhelming response for her first two series of ‘Savanee Unplugged’, popular Marathi singer Savaniee Ravindrra has now launched her third series of ‘Savanee Unplugged’ with the Gazal title ‘Itna Shor Sharaba Kyun Hai’. Speaking about this new launch Savanee says, “There were already inquiries coming about the third series from the music lovers, after appreciating the first two series. And therefoe, I thought of launching this third series coinciding with the World music day.”
This Gazal is written by Vaibhav Joshi and the music is composed by Dataprasad Ranade . In this video of Gazal Savanee Ravindra’s melodious voice has received the support of piano played by Ninad Solapurkar, while Mayur Dhande is seen completing his wonderful painting . Mayur was earlier seen doing his remarkable painting in Savanee’s previous song video ‘Mahiya’. All in all the superb combination of a singer , painter and a piano artist makes this Gazal more effective. Now every week you will find a new song in this third series.
Film Star Monalisa makes her entry on television
There are some artistes who begin their acting career with television serials and later turn towards films. But, for some it is the other way. Today, we find many newcomers who impress the audience with their extraordinary talent. One amongst them is the beautiful Monalisa Bagal. During the ongoing lock down a new serial with the name of ‘Total Hublak’ has just begun on small screen and Monalisa Bagal is playing the lead role in this serial.
Monalisa had made her debut in Marathi films with ‘Sau Shashi Deodhar’ in 2014 playing the younger role of Sai Tamhankar as a teenager. Later, Monalisa turned a glamorous actress , as she appeared in films like ‘Prem Sankat’, ‘Jhala Bhobhata’, ‘Dry Day’. Only last year, she was seen in the film ‘Perfume’. Now, Monalisa has shifted her focus on television for the time being, as she has found a good lead role in a timely comedy ‘Total Hublak’. Let us wait and see how she succeeds in this new entertainment field.
Deepti Devi counters depression with the help of her Yoga Teacher Reema Vengurlekar
The period of lockdown resulted in depression among many artistes and technicians connected with film and television industry. But, those who were regularly practising Yoga faced this period with positive attitude and confidence . Marathi actress Deepti Devi is one of them . Deepti has been training Yoga under the expert guidance of her Ashtang Yoga teacher Reema Vengurlekar.
We are all aware how Yoga helps people to stay not only physically fit but also mentally sharp. Yoga has also helped people drive away depression and build the immune system strong. When Deepti Devi joined Yoga three years ago, she was mentally in a disturbed state, which had also affected her health. But, thanks to her teacher Reema who helped her to counter not only depression but made her physically fit with flexible body. Speaking about the hard work put in by Deepti while learning all the practices of Yoga, Reema says, “I still remember the first day of Deepti in Yoga class. It wasn’t that easy for her , as she had health problems and her body was not flexible. But, she worked hard and within three months showed improvement. She is the best example to show a person can counter depression with regular Yoga. I am proud to be her teacher.”
‘Manache Shlok’ is the first Marathi film to be shot after relaxation in lockdown
The longest lock down in Maharashtra had brought to halt the film industry , television industry and the shootings of web series, along with other industries. But now, due to relaxations offered by the government to reopen some of the industries with conditions, the shootings of films have begun. Ganaraj Associates and Sanjay Dawra Films, which had almost completed the shooting of their forthcoming Marathi film ‘Manache Shlok’ had just two days shooting left. Now, after the relaxation, director Mrunmayee Deshpande and her team completed this remaining shooting of this film.
This film stars Mrunmayee Deshpande and Rahul Pethe in the lead. And the cinematography is by Abhijit Abdhe. According to producers of this film Shreyas Jadhav and Sanjay Dawra, they began the shooting of remaining parts, when some relaxations were announced . But this time they had come with new planning and care, as they had to keep in mind the social distancing norms and minimum workforce during the shooting besides sanitization etc. So, one technician had to do the work of 3 people. “But, it was challenging and we have now finished the task in two days.” said the producers.
Earlier their productions had offered films like ‘Online Binline’, ‘Baghtos Kaay Mujara Kar’ and ‘Mee Pan Sachin’.
‘चला हवा येऊ द्या’ नंतर निलेश साबळे दिसणार ‘लाव रे तो विडिओ’ या कार्यक्रमात
‘झी युवा’वाहिनी आपल्या सगळ्यांसाठी घेऊन येत आहे, एक नवाकोरा, जबरदस्त टैलेंट ने भरलेला कार्यक्रम, ‘लाव रे तो विडिओ’ . या नव्या कार्यक्रमाचे सूत्रसंचालक आहेत अवघ्या महाराष्ट्राचे लाडके संयोजक डॉ. निलेश साबळे. महत्वाचे म्हणजे संपूर्ण महाराष्ट्र या कार्यक्रमात सहभागी होऊ शकतो. घरबसल्या, अवघ्या महाराष्ट्राचे मनोरंजन करण्याची संधी, ‘झी युवा’मुळे महाराष्ट्रातील असंख्य कलाकारांना मिळणार आहे. ‘झी मराठी’ वाहिनीवरील ‘चला हवा येऊ द्या’ या अप्रतिम कार्यक्रमाचे सूत्रधार, डॉक्टर निलेश साबळे, आता ‘झी युवा’ वाहिनीवर सुद्धा, कल्ला करण्यासाठी सज्ज झाले आहेत. अवघ्या महाराष्ट्राचं मनोरंजन करू शकेल, सगळ्यांना पोट धरून हसायला लावेल, असं टॅलेंटचा सध्या शोध सुरु आहे . पण या कार्यक्रमाच आणखी एक खास सरप्राईज सुद्धा आहे . डॉ . नीलेश साबळेंबरोबर आणखी एक सेलिब्रिटी प्रत्येक भागात सहभागी होणार आहे. आणि तुमचे टैलेंट वर त्यांची आवड निवड सांगणार आहेत .
लॉकडाऊनमुळे आलेली मरगळ, कंटाळा
Madhura Velankar to conclude her programme ‘Madhurav’ this weekend
Well known Marathi actress Madhura Abhijit Velankar-Satam, who launched her programme ‘Madhurav’ from 17th April 2020 on youtube channel was also presented on Madhura’s FB account every Friday and Sunday live at 6 pm. Till now she has presented 17 sessions . Each session comprised of reading out the literature of about 3 to 4 well known personalities, which included celebrities like Swanand Kirkire, Dilip Prabhavalkar, Mangala Godbole & Mugdha Godbole. Madhura tried this experiment during this lock down period, with the help of Rohit Phalke with technical support from Manish Nene.
The programme received overwhelming response from world over and watching this response Madhura plans to have Season 2 of this programme soon. In the meanwhile she has planned a grand finale this week end i.e on Friday 19th June, Saturday 20th June and Sunday 21st June at 6 pm. by inviting renowned people from our society like Niyati Tahker DCP, Zone 5 of Asia’s largest slum, Mumbai Police, Vijay Balamar, DMC Zone 6 BMC, Sahil Joshi, Executive Producer, India Today, Media House and Salil Bendre, Prof- Doctor, Head of Pulmonary medicine, Nanawati Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai.