“I am very excited to know viewers reaction on my performance”- Prajakta Mali
After playing a sober character in her previous serial ‘Julun Yeti Reshimgathi‘ , Prajakta Mali has now returned with her new serial ‘Naktichya Lagnala Yaicha Ha‘ in which she plays the central title role and the story of this serial revolves around her character.
While speaking about her role in this serial, Prajakta Mali says, “This role is totally different from my role in ‘Reshimgathi..’. It’s of different genre. Moreover, the difference is so much that if the previous role is called ‘Kashmir’, this one is ‘Kanyakumari’. And therefore, I am very excited to know the reactions of home viewers. Highlight of ‘Naktichya Lagnala Yaicha Ha‘ serial is that every week a celebrity will visit my place to see me and that’s a big surprise for the viewers“.
Speaking about the offers received by her, Prajakta Mali says, “Till now, I have only received offers to perform in family dramas. And, if I have to talk about this role, I would say that anybody would have accepted this role, as the concept is so good“. Prajakta Mali loves to perform in films. She has done two films recently, but the names of these films haven’t been announced yet. But, one of them directed by Prakash Kunte and Sachin Darekar will be released this year. Having performed on stage and television, Let’s hope that she too succeeds in films like Mukta Barve.
Lalit Prabhakar
Biography / Profile:
Born: 12 September
Occupation: Actor
Lalit Prabhakar became heartthrob of many young girls in Maharashtra, when he reached popularity heights through his TV serial ‘Julun Yeti Reshimgathi‘. Tall, smart with simplicity, he is becoming popular amongst the home viewers. Not many are aware of his struggle in this acting field. A bachelor of science in Computer science, this youngster from Kalyan, has been active in the field of acting since 2003. Lalit received young artiste scholarship for the year 2010-2012 from Ministry of Culture, central Government.
Filmography:
- Movie(s)
- Anandi Gopal (2019)
- Khidkee (Marathi Short film) (Upcoming)
- Hampi (2017)
- TTMM (2017)
- Chi Va Chi Sau Ka (2017)
- Serial(s)
- Dil Dosti Duniyadari (Zee Marathi)
- Talkies Light House (Zee Talkies)
- Julun Yeti Reshimgathi (Zee Marathi)
- Gandha Phulancha Gela Sangun (E TV)
- Kunku (Zee Marathi)
- Abhas ha (Zee Marathi)
- Jeevalaga (Star Pravah)
- Play(s)
- Bail Melay (Director)
- Dholtaashe (2016)
- Invisible City (2014)
Award(s):
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Interview(s):
“You should be clear with your views, in this field of acting” – Lalit Prabhakar
Photo(s):
“People know you on the basis of your work, not name” – Pallavi Patil
More than her real name, people know her as ‘Runji’. So much has been the popularity of Pallavi Patil, ever since her Marathi serial was aired on Star Pravah Channel. Her smartness, her lovely natural smile and above all her confident looking body language makes her something special. Pallavi did show signs of her ability to become a lead actress, when she appeared in a small role in ongoing TV serial ‘Julun Yeti Reshimgathi’. Pallavi appeared in just few episodes as visiting cousin of Meghana during her marriage, but, invited all the attention, through her brilliant performance.
A graduate in Sanskrit from Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Pallavi has participated in various one act plays, since her college days and has won prizes as best actress. Her best performance was in an experimental play ‘Meter Down’ for which she won the best actress award from Zee TV.
Before appearing in ‘Runji’, she has performed in commercial Marathi plays like Chandralekha’s ‘Prem Gandh’, Suyog’s Mangesh kadam directed ‘Prema Tuza Rang Kasaa’, in which Ashok Saraf played the lead. Very recently she played the lead role opposite Nikhil Ratnaparakhi in popular Marathi play ‘Tom Aani Jerry’. Best thing about Pallavi is that besides acting, she does find time for social work. She is associated with one NGO, taking care of hearing and speech impaired people. Perhaps, Pallavi’s parents being hearing and speech impaired, must have driven her to this work, for a social cause. Hats off to her.
Marathi Movie world spoke to Pallavi recently. Excerpts from an interview:
Q: Have you taken any specific trainer for acting ?
A: Actually, I was working with ‘Mithak’ & Adwait Dadarkar’s group, where I have learned a lot about acting.
Q: How did you bag this role of ‘Runji’ ?
A: I have done many auditions for the same. I would like to thank my director and the production house, who have shown faith in me and given me an opportunity.
Q : Are you like ‘Runji’ in real life ?
A: To certain extent ‘yes’, but not cent percent. Actually, I am not so bold and dashing like Runji . But, I can talk for hours, can crack jokes.
Q: Now a days, there are lots of social issue related to problems faced by women. What is your reaction?
A: Yes, there is endless list of women’s issue, from toilet to transportation, from home to work. But, somewhere we should start facingthem. Unless we suffer and raise our voice, we can’t get the solution. Most of females still keep quite. They are scared to come forward and raise their voice, against injustice. They should come forward and be bold to raise their issues. Basically, such people should change their mentality. And, it should start from our home.
Q: Tell us something about your film assignments.
A: I have completed couple of Marathi films, which are due to release. One of them, is ‘ Kadhi Ambat Kadhi Goad'(KAKG) a comedy film and another is Sameer Aathlye’s directorial debut film ‘Dhangarwada’ . In both these films, I have done major roles. I’m looking forward to hear audience feedback on my performance.
Q: Tell us something about your role in ‘Kadhi Ambat Kadhi Goad’.
A: I’m playing a lead character of a ‘full of life bubbly girl’. My co stars in this film are Ashok Mama (Ashok Saraf) and Madhav Deochakke. It’s a full entertaining rom-com film.
Q: What are your hobbies?
A: Since my Mom and Dad hearing and speech impaired, I know sign language very well. In free time, I visit the NGO and work for them. Sometimes, I act as an interpreter for them. I also love cycling.
Q : There was Sonali kulkarni Sr. Then came Sonalee Jr. There are two Swapnil Joshi and now we have seen two Pallavi Patil. Isn’t it? Don’t you think, this may confuse the fans? Do you have plans to change your name?
A: Yes, this is confusing. But, I don’t think one need to change her or his name. After all, people know you on the basis of your work.
“You should be clear with your views, in this field of acting” – Lalit Prabhakar
Lalit Prabhakar is certainly making his presence felt in the character of Aditya Desai in ongoing serial ‘Julun Yeti Reshimgathi’ on Zee Marathi channel. Tall, smart with simplicity, he is becoming popular amongst the home viewers. Not many are aware of his struggle in this acting field. A bachelor of science in Computer science, this youngster from kalyan, has been active in the field of acting since 2003, while he was a teenager. He had then joined a theatre group ‘Mitee-Char’ in Kalyan, for performing in theatre. Lalit was encouraged by his parents, who are both in teaching profession.
Lalit received young artiste scholarship for the year 2010-2012 from Ministry of Culture, central Government. Till then, he had was associated as an actor, director, set designer and music operator for many one act and full length plays written by well known writers like Vijay Tendulkar, C.P. Deshpande, Shyam Manohar, Ravindra Lakhe, Shafaat Khan, Arwind Kulkarni, Dilip Jagtap, Jayant Pawar, Swapnil Chavan. And, he did receive appreciation for the same.
Lalit made his debut in TV serials through ‘Jeevalaga’ on Star Pravah, followed by ‘Abhas Ha’ on Zee Marathi, ‘GandhaPhulancha Gela Sangun’ on ETV Marathi and now ‘Julun Yeti Reshimgathi’ on Zee Marathi, which has brought him name and fame.
MarathiMovieWorld spoke to this hard working young talented actor. Excerpts from the interview:
Q: Could you please tell us about your journey into small screen.
A: Before accepting my first offer on small screen for ‘Jeevalaga’, I was doing a professional stage play with Avinash Narekar. Then, my role in ‘Gandha Phulancha Gela Sangun’ gave me some recognition; but, through the role of Aditya Desai in ‘Julun Yeti Reshimgathi’ I am now able to reach every Maharashtrian household.
Q: Did you receive any specialised training from anyone in particular? And, who is your ideal in acting field?
A: I have not received special training from anyone in particular. But, I consider myself lucky to have got an opportunity to work under reputed directors like Hemant Deodhar and now with Sangeet Kulkarni. And, my ideal in acting field is Charlie Chaplin.
Q: How has been your experience while working with Prajakta Mali?
A: Very nice. Prajakta is very cooperative with all of us, during shooting. And that gives us more comfort. She is a very talented actress.
Q: In today’s competition, how difficult it is to find a lead role in a serial ? And, when you get such a role, how difficult it is to maintain your position ? Give Your personal opinion.
A: I personally feel that if we work sincerely to achieve our goal, nothing is difficult. What is important is your passion for this field. Are you entering this field to earn fame and money or only because you are getting happiness, while doing the work? Struggle is there, but in this field of acting, you should be clear with your views.
Q: How do you keep yourself busy, besides acting? Any hobbies?
A: I like to get involved in stage designing and arranging music for plays. I have also directed one act plays. During my free time, I like to write poems, do sketching, go for walks and read books. I am an avid reader.
Q: Are there any favourite authors?
A: Vilas Sarangdhar, Shyam Manohar and Uday Prakash are my favourite authors.
Q: What are your present assignments, besides this serial?
A: Actually, I had an offer for a film; but, I don’t have time for the same now. But,I am seriously working on an experimental play. Let’s see how it works. At present, a play ‘Invisible City’ directed by me, is going on. It was staged at Vasant Mahotsav recently. It ws also selected for THESPO competition.