Nirmiti Sawant pays tribute to Reema Lagoo through the film ‘Home Sweet Home’
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Actress Reema Lagoo has left this world two years ago, with her sad untimely demise. But, her last Marathi film ‘Home Sweet Home‘ in the lead role opposite another versatile actor Mohan Joshi has been released this Friday. The film also stars Spruha Joshi, Hrishikesh Joshi & Vibhavari Joshi in important roles. There is one more popular actress in this film, who makes her presence felt through her voice and she is Nirmiti Sawant. It would not be proper to say that Nirmiti has dubbed voice for late Reema, because she has worked very hard to move into Reema’s character of Shyamal Mahajan in this film. At the same time, she has matched very well with the late actress’ characteristics while delivering the dialogues in different moods. She has in fact paid best tributes to Reema through this film.

The theme of ‘Home Sweet Home‘ revolves around a senior citizen couple Shyamal and Vidydhar Mahajan( played by Reema Lagoo & Mohan Joshi) , living in their old traditional building at centrally located Dadar area in Mumbai. While Mr. Vidydhar spends his retired life enjoying his routine with morning exercises and walk in the company of his friends , Shyamal feels the pain of old age, while climbing stairs of their three storey building. She is also not happy with the presence of young Devika ( Spruha Joshi) in the house, because of her disorderliness. Devika is the daughter of Vidyadhar’s foster sister and lives in their house, as she is studying hospitality management. Suman ( Vibhavari Deshpande) is a domestic help visiting their house daily and Sopan( Hrishikesh Joshi) who also works as an estate agent operating from a neighbourhood Irani restaurant helping the couple to attend to their requirements at home.
One day a young couple visits the house of Mahajans to meet Sopan and misunderstand that he is dealing with the same house. Vidyadhar removes their misunderstanding but having come to know that their flat could be sold for Rs.3.5 Core, Shyamal is tempted to sell their house and shift to a tower in other area, with all the amenities including modern lifts. But, Vidyadhar doesn’t approve her plans initially. Shyamal tries to persuade him stating that they would save almost One Crore, which would fetch huge interest to meet their expenses and a tension future. The writer trio comprising of Hrishikesh Joshi, Vaibhav Joshi and Mugdha Godbole have developed this theme with their screenplay and dialogues to fill in some humour. Through the characters of Sopan, Devika and Suman they have tried to show effect on them of the couple’s decision. The story however takes a new turn in the climax.
The overall film has been good, but should have been much better with more humour filled happenings especially in the post interval session. Perhaps, the combination of three writers might have divided the scope of different characters. Nevertheless , the subject is closely related to every Maharashtrian family and especially the older couples living in the old buildings and dreaming for better facilities. It is rightly said that the grass is always seen greener on the other side. Performances of all the lead characters are very nice and that makes this film presentable. Not much scope for music in this film, except for one song, but the background music of Santosh Mulekar is good. The poetic compositions used during the beginning and towards the end are very meaningful. Last but not the least, this film is a biggest tribute to late Reema Lagoo.
Spruha’s husband Varad Laghate to make his debut in Marathi films

We are all aware that Spruha Joshi married Varad Laghate a marketing professional five years ago, whom she knew 5 years before her marriage. Till now, we had not heard about Varad’s acting connection. But now, he will be seen making his debut through forthcoming Marathi film ‘Home Sweet Home‘ which also stars Spruha Joshi. By the way, this song is picturised in this film on Spruha and Varad has made guest appearance in this song.
Speaking about her husband’s debut Spruha said, “Varad has always been fooling with my film makers to create a role for himself in my film. One day, when he walked in during the song ‘Ikdun Tikade’ picturisation Hrishikesh seriously asked Varad whether he would do a small appearance in this song and that’s how his debut in my film was sheer coincidence. This song picturised on me, is rendered by Ajay Gogavale and being a great fan of him, I was as it is excited. And, this was doubled, with the inclusion of Varad into this song picturisation.”
Incidentally, the shooting of ‘Two States‘ was held in Varad’s office and in one of the scenes, he is noticed with his back towards the camera. So, can we say that Varad has already made his debut in a Bollywood film ?

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Movie: Home Sweet Home
Director: Hrishikesh Joshi
Music: Narendra Bhide, Santosh Mulekar
Cast: Reema Lagoo, Mohan Joshi, Spruha Joshi, Prasad Oak, Sumeet Raghvan, Hrishikesh Joshi, Mrinal Kulkarni, Vibhavari Deshpande
Home Sweet Home (होम स्वीट होम )
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Release Year: 2018 (28 September)
- Genres: Drama
- Rating: na
- Censor: U
- Duration: 130 min
- Studio/presenter: na
- Producer(s): Hemant Ruprel, Ranjit Thaku
- Executive Producer: na
- Director: Hrishikesh joshi
- Writer: Hrishikesh Joshi, Vaibhav Joshi, Mugdha Godbole
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- Producer(s): Hemant Ruprel, Ranjit Thakur
- Executive Producer: Nitin Prakash Vaidya
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- Director: Hrishikesh joshi
- Assistant Director: na
- Writer: Hrishikesh Joshi, Vaibhav Joshi, Mugdha Godbole
- ScreenPlay: na
- Dialogues: na
- Lyrics: na
- Music: Narendra Bhide, Santosh Mulekar
- Playback Singer: na
- Cinematographer (DOP): Riju Das
- Editor: Jayant Jathar
- Starcast: Reema Lagoo, Mohan Joshi, Spruha Joshi, Prasad Oak, Sumeet Raghvan, Hrishikesh Joshi, Mrinal Kulkarni, Vibhavari Deshpande
- Art Director: na
- Costumes: na
- Makeup: na
- Sound : na
- Background Score: Santosh Mulekar
- Choreographer: na
- DI, VFX: na
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‘Home Sweet Home’ will be tribute to Reema Lagoo

Reema Lagoo has left this world due to her untimely demise. But, through the forthcoming Marathi film ‘Home Sweet Home‘ her admirers can watch her performance, which is like a tribute to her. In this film Reema Lagoo will be seen in the role of a housewife, along with other renowned artistes like Mohan Joshi, Spruha Joshi, Hrishikesh Joshi, & Vibhavari Deshpande. This film will be Hrishikesh Joshi’s debut film as a director and revolves around redevelopment of relations. Produced by Ranjit Thakur, The film will be released all over Maharashtra on 28th September 2018.
It may be recalled that Reema was inspired to take up acting , as acting was in her blood. Her mother Mandakini Bhadbhade was a renowned actress. After completing her school education from Hujurpaga School in Pune, Reema began her acting career through Marathi stage and later went on to perform in Marathi and Hindi films simultaneously. She had performed character roles in more than 50 Hindi films, besides performing on television. Perhaps, ‘Home Sweet Home‘ will be her last Marathi film to be released.
Bye Bye Bayko (बाय बाय बायको )
- Genres: Comedy
- Rating: na
- Opening Date: 2018 (28 July)
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- Producer(s): Rujuta Chavan, Swati Bhoyar, Lalita Patil
- Presenter: Narendra Chavhan, Abhijit Satam
- Writer: Neeraj Shirvaikar, Sudeep Modak
- Director: Neeraj Shirvaikar, Sudeep Modak
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- Producer(s): Rujuta Chavan, Swati Bhoyar, Lalita Patil
- Co-producer(s): na
- Director: Neeraj Shirvaikar, Sudeep Modak
- Writer: Neeraj Shirvaikar, Sudeep Modak
- Dialogues: na
- Artist: Priyadarshan Jadhav, Hrishikesh Joshi, Sonali Khare, Sonali Pandit, Neha Shitole, Sneha Mandal.
- Set Design: Nitin Nerurkar
- Lights: Bhushan Desai
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- Music: Anunad Dalavi
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Kishore Kadam to play comedy role in forthcoming film ‘Wagherya’

Known for his extraordinary performances in serious roles in many awards winning Marathi films in the past, Kishore Kadam has also established himself as a superb character actor with lots of potentials through many Hindi films. But, no Marathi filmmaker has tried him in a comedy role to exploit his full potential. However, in forthcoming Marathi film, ‘Wagherya’ will present him in a comedy role that too in the rurally based subject. Generally noticed as a poor laborer wearing dhoti and baniyan, this time Kishore Kadam will be seen in a safari suit.
Speaking about this role, Kishore Kadam says, “This is a different type of film and after a long time a comedy subject is being presented through this film. I really enjoyed working with all renowned artists , many of whom are my old friends.” Written and directed by Sameer Asha Patil, the film also stars Bharat Ganeshpure, Hrishikesh Joshi, Suhas Palshikar, Kishore Chougule, Leena Bhagwat & Chhaya Kadam. On 18th May this film will be arriving at cinema halls to entertain the audience during this summer vacation.
‘Cycle’ presents a frivolous subject to rediscover yourself
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All of us in this beautiful world are possessive about a particular thing. And suddenly, after disappearance of that thing, we are disheartened. It is at this particular time, we need someone to console us to recover from this stage; so that we rediscover ourselves to live rest of our life happily. Known for systematic presentation of his subject, film maker Prakash Kunte has released his latest Marathi film ‘Cycle‘, which is based on this philosophy.

Actually, ‘Cycle’ presents a frivolous subject, which makes you rediscover yourself, while watching this 100 minute length film. Set on the backdrop of picturesque Konkan during late 50s, the film narrates the story of Keshav( Hrishikesh Joshi) and his possessive attitude towards his bicycle, which is an antique piece. Keshav has acquired this cycle as a gift from his grandfather, who had received this as a parting gift from a British Officer, after India became Independent from British rule.
Keshav takes very good care of this cycle which is unique in its appearance with its original yellow colour. He is so possessive about this cycle that he does not even allow anyone to ride on it. One day, unexpectedly when the entire family is away at a village temple to watch a mythology based drama performed by local artistes, two thieves Gaja ( Priyadarshan Jadhav) and Mangya ( Bhalchandra Kadam) who enter this village, looking for their next adventure, break open the lock of Keshav’s house and steal the ornaments, precious idols of God and flee on his cycle parked in the compound, after they notice the dogs barking at them.
While dejected Keshav who is a renowned Palmist ,wonders if he would ever find his cycle, the two thieves are on the run, moving from one village to another. On the way, wherever they take halt, they meet people who recognize Keshav’s cycle. But, the thieves who are well versed in this profession, keep posing that they are Keshav’s cousins and are using his cycle for their business purpose. At one stage, they realise the importance of Keshav as a person and his helping nature and decide to leave his cycle at one place from where, they decide to find escape route through a boat. All is well at the end, with Keshav also recovering to understand himself.
Director Prakash Kunte has cleverly narrated this simple story which seems to be inspired by the world cinema and especially the style of Majid Majidi’s Iranian films. But, there are few flaws in the film, which are noticed in the screenplay. Except for the two thieves, he has paid more attention on the costumes of all the other characters, to give a realistic look of 50s era. The only song in ‘Cycle‘ film and that too played in the background and composed by Rohan Rohan is very apt to the situation, but the background score by Aditya Bedekar is more appealing for every situation. Manoj Machemadkar’s sound recording is also good. Locations selected are too good and so is the wonderful photography by Amalendu Chaudhary. Performances by lead artistes is also another plus point of this film. Good support comes from other artistes like Manoj Kolhatkar, Dipti Lele & Maithili Patwardhan as family members of Keshav, while Abhijit Chavan, Vidyadhar Joshi, Sandesh Kulkarni, Pradeep Velankar are also impressive through their limited roles.
‘Cycle‘ will surely invite the attention at various international festivals; but for others it will offer a light entertainment.
Cycle (सायकल )
Genres: Drama
Rating: ★★★
Censor: U
Duration: 120 min.
Studio/presenter: Viacom18 Motion Pictures, A Happy Minds Production
Producers: Sangram Surve & Amar Pandit
Executive Producer: Avinash Bhanushali
Director: Prakash Kunte
Writer: Aditi Moghe
ScreenPlay: Aditi Moghe
Dialogues: Aditi Moghe
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Executive Producer: Avinash Bhanushali
Director: Prakash Kunte
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Writer: Aditi Moghe
ScreenPlay: Aditi Moghe
Dialogues: Aditi Moghe
Lyrics: Mangesh Kangane
Music: Aditya Bedekar
Playback Singer: Sagar Phadke, Aditi Phadke
Cinematographer (DOP): Amalendu Choudhary
Editor: Mayur Haridas
Starcast: Hrishikesh Joshi, Bhalchandra Kadam, Priydarshan Jadhav, Deepti Lele, Abhijit Chavan, Vidyadhar Joshi, Sandesh Kulkarni, Pradeep Velankar
Costumes: Sachin Lovalekar
Makeup: Nilesh Sonawane
Sound : Manoj Mochemadkar, Sandeep Madkholkar
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DI, VFX: Prime Focus LTD
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Distributor : Neeraj Goswami
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