‘Chaurya’ receives appreciation from Government prior to its release
Some films remain in news prior to their release, for offering something different to the audience. Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Chaurya‘ will be released in ‘Accessibility Format’, which is happening for the first time in India. This format of film, also enables the Blind and deaf people to enjoy the film. The makers of this film have already received an appreciation letter from Department of Empowerment of persons with Disabilities ( DEPwD) , Government of India.
‘Chaurya‘ which will be released on 5th August 2016, is produced by Nilesh Navalakha, Vivek Kajaria & Aswini Patil, is directed by Sameer Patil, who has himself written the story of this film. Some of the main characters in the film have used the masks of some popular Bollywood artistes; but that was the need of the script, according to the makers of this film. They have also thanked Aashay Sahasrabuddhe , for his technical assistance, to present this film in accessibility format.
‘Chaurya‘ stars Kishore Kadam, Milind Shinde, Ganesh Yadav, Pradeep Velankar, Digvijay Rohidas, Dinesh lata Shetty, Jayesh Sanghavi, Tirtha Murbadkar & RJ Shruti.
Trailer of Marathi film ‘Ganvesh’ unveiled
‘Ganvesh‘ which means Uniform in English, has played a very important thing in the lives of school children. Some are fortunate to have multiple sets; but for those underprivileged children, having one set is also a big thing. Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Ganvesh’ is all about the struggle of poor parents working in a brick manufacturing unit, to provide school uniform to their only child, who has been asked to wear the same compulsorily for the annual school function.
Recently, the trailer of this film was unveiled at Famous studios , Mumbai, in presence of special invitees and media persons. And, the trailer does give an idea of the emotion filled story of this film. This is a debut film of cameraman turned director Atul Jagdale, which is made under the banner of Vijayate Entertainment and presented by Eros International . The film stars Dilip Prabhavalkar, Mukta Barve, Kishore Kadam, Smita Tambe, Guru Thakur, Nagesh Bhosale, Suhas Palshikar, Ganesh Yadav, Sharad Ponkshe, Jayant Savarkar and others. Music by Nihar Shembekar and editing by rajesh rao are other credits. The film is due for release soon.
Singer turned music director Shaan releases music of ‘Reti’
Popular Bollywood singer Shaan has always been part of Marathi songs. But, with the forthcoming Marathi film ‘Reti‘, he has also turned a music director. In absence of lead actor Chinmay Mandlekar, it was Shaan, who was the centre of attraction, during music release of this film and he also released the music. The other important artistes of this film, namely Kishore Kadam, Gayatri Soham, were however present for this function, along with producer Pramod Gore, director Suhas Bhosale, writer Deven Kapadnis & lyricist Sanjay Krishnaji Patil.
Shaan has provided music of this film, along with Roshan Balu & Gaurav Dasgupta. The other artistes of this film are, Shashank Shende, Suhas Palshikar, Deepak Karanjikar, Mausami Tondvalkar, Bhagyashree Rane and others. ‘Reti‘ as the title suggests, will expose the sand mafias in Maharashtra. The film is all set release on 8th April 2016.
Reti (रेती )
Genres: Drama
Rating: ★★½
Censor: A
Duration: 135 min.
Studio/presenter: Atharva Movies
Producer(s): Pramod Gore
Executive Producer: na
Director: Suhaas Bhosle
Writer: Deven Kapadnis
ScreenPlay: Deven Kapadnis
Dialogues: Deven Kapadnis
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Executive Producer: na
Director: Suhaas Bhosle
Assistant Director: na
Writer: Deven Kapadnis
ScreenPlay: Deven Kapadnis
Dialogues: Deven Kapadnis
Lyrics: Sanjay Krishnaji Patil
Music: Shaan, Roshan Balu, Gaurav Dasgupta
Playback Singer: Shaan, Nihira Joshi, Apeksha Dandekar
Cinematographer (DOP): Pratap Nayar
Editor: Sunil Dhanve
Starcast: Chinmay Mandlekar, Kishore Kadam, Shashank Shende, Sanjay Khapre, Gayatri Soham Deshmukh, Bhagyashree rane, Moushumi Tondwalkar, Vidyadhar Joshi, Suhas Palshikar, Deepak Karanjikar
Costumes: na
Makeup: na
Sound : na
Background Score: na
Choreographer: na
DI, VFX: na
D.I. Colourist: na
Promos: na
Music Label: na
Publicity Designs: Sunil Gujar
P.R.O.: na
Distributor : na
Synopsis
‘Reti’ : ‘Reti‘ directed by Suhaas Bhosle, throws light on the Sand mafia and highlighting the sacrifice of honest Government officers, who prevent the uncontrollable theft of sand, which no government has been able to stop. Produced by Pramod Gore, the film has tried to expose such people, supporting Sand mafias, in their illegal business.
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‘Ganvesh’ gets ready with promotion with release of teaser
Produced by Vijayate Entertainment, forthcoming Marathi Film ‘Ganvesh’ directed by Cameraman turned director Atul Jagdale, is getting ready for release. Recently, as part of its promotion, the teaser of this film was released, on the occasion of India’s Republic day. The three lead artistes of this film, Mukta Barve, Kishore Kadam & Smita Tambe made official announcement of the same, at Swatantryaveer Savarkar Memorial, at Shivaji Park, Mumbai.
The film’s subject throws light on the neglected areas of the administration, like Corruption, unemployment & poverty. The director has tried to present this film in a humorous way, with the help of music and good performances by talented artistes, who are part of this film. Tejas Ghatge has written the script of this film, while music is composed by Nihar Shembekar. Popular singers like Nandesh Umap and Urmila Dhangar have rendered their voices for the songs in this film, penned by Guru Thakur, who is also performing in this film.
The other artistes of ‘Ganvesh‘ movie are, Dilip Prabhavalkar, Sharad Ponkshe, Nagesh Bhosale, Jayant Savarkar, Ganesh Yadav, Suhas Palshikar & others.
‘Partu’ binds Maharashtra and Rajasthan in an emotive cord
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Rating: ★★★ ½
Studio/presenter:East West Films Producers:Nitin Adsul, Sachin Adsul , Rupesh Mahajan, Darrel Cox, Clark McMillian Director: Nitin Adsul Writer: Nitin Adsul, Clark McMillian, Darrel Cox Dialogues: Mayur Deval Music: Shashank Powar, Greg Sims Cinematographer (DOP): Sanjay Khanjode Genres: Drama Censor: U/A Duration: 130 Min. Cast:Kishor Kadam, Smita Tambe, Saurabh Gokhale, Gayatri Deshmukh, Anshuman Vichare, Navani Parihar, Raja Bundela, Ravi Bhartiya, Yash Pande Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
It is not an easy job to bind the people from different states and culture together, through an emotion filled film’s story. But, US based Marathi filmmaker Nitin Adsul has succeeded in doing so. Through his latest Marathi film ‘Partu’, made under the banner of his US based East West Films, Nitin has presented a true story of his father’s uncle, a farmer, by profession and living in Nagar district of Maharashtra. The period of this story has been set on the backdrop of rural areas of both in Maharashtra and Rajasthan, during the period 1968 to 1985.
Laxman (Kishore Kadam) a farmer just managing to provide enough food to his family, with farming, finds a little boy on the streets of a village in Nagar district. He provides shelter to this boy, along with his two children, much against the wish of his wife ( Smita Tambe) . The boy is actually from a village in Rajasthan ,who is lost at Ahmednagar Railway station missing his uncle in the crowd. But, the name of the village pronounced by the boy, is not properly understood by Laxman and he calls it some other place. Even his name Prithvi, is understood by the farmer as Partu. Laxman tries to locate the village with the help of village postman, but is unable to locate it.
So, Partu becomes a close member of the farmer’s family, having lived with them for 17 long years. Laxman also gets him married to his friend’s daughter ( Gayatri Soham). Later, when it’s time to go on a pilgrimage, the family happens to travel to Rajasthan also. It is here that Lakxman gets a message through a messenger of almighty, to move to a particular village in Rajasthan, to fulfill his wish of returning Partu, to his biological parents. With lots of hurdles, he finally reaches the destination, in the film’s climax. But, it is Partu, who takes his own decision in the end.
The film has been very well presented with proper planning, being a true story. At the end of the film, the director has not forgotten to show the audience, the real life people, on whom the film has been made. And, that is the best part of this film. There are very few flaws noticed in the film’s story; but this being a true story, they can be ignored. There are many emotion filled scenes in the film and the versatile artistes like Kishore Kadam, Smita Tambe, Saurabh Gokhale and Gayatri Soham Deshmukh have given full justice to their respective roles in this film. For Saurbh Gokhale this is a good debut in films. He has done one face to face scene of confrontation with versatile actor Kishore Kadam very well. Anshuman Vichare in the role of a private vehicle driver, has generated some humour, in post interval session, in this otherwise touching emotion filled film.
Music is just apt for the film’s story and two songs have been picturised very well. One of them is picturised on the young couple and the other towards the end, depicting the Rajasthani culture. Good photography, excellent background music and perfect sound design are other plus points of this brilliant film.
The overall film is very appealing and touches the heart of the audience, because of its emotion filled screenplay. It also binds Maharashtra and Rajasthan in an emotive cord .
‘Partu’ promises ‘out of the box’ content
Marathi films are known for their offering variety of content. Keeping with the trend, forthcoming Marathi film ‘Partu’ also promises ‘out of the box’ content. Made under the banner of Hollywood’s ‘East West Films’ and written and directed by Nitin Adsul , an Indian settled in USA, the film has already raised lot of curiosity about its subject, which is based on a real life story.
Though the artistes of this film are from Marathi film industry and Bollywood, the technical support comes from highly qualified international technical persons. The film has been shot in Rajasthan and Maharashtra; but the cinematography and background music of this film, are expected to make a big difference. The film stars Kishore Kadam, Smita Tambe, Saurabh Gokhale, Gayatri Deshmukh, Anshuman Vichare, Navani Parihar, Raja Bundela, Ravi Bharatiya and child artiste Yash Pande , around whose character, the film revolves.
Music by Shashank Powar, background music by Hollywood’s Greg Sims, editing by Rajesh Rao and cinematography by Sanjay Khanjode are other credits.
‘Anvatt’ challenges blind faith
 Rating: ★★★ ½
Genres: Drama Censor: U/A Duration: 120 mins Studio/presenter: Pooja Jyoti Producer: Shekhar Jyoti Director: Gajendra Ahire Writer: Gajendra Ahire Lyrics: na Music: Hridaynath Mangeshkar Cinematographer (DOP): Krishna Soren Cast: Adinath kothare, Urmila Kanitkar-Kothare, Makarand Anaspure, Vibhavari Deshpande, Kishore Kadam , Bhargavi Chirmule Movie Review by: Ullhas Shirke |
Now Writer – director Gajndra Ahire is back again. This time, he strikes with a psycho thriller which makes an attempt to remove blind faith among the people, about ghosts and spirits. The film begins with the arrival of a young doctor Vinay ( Adinath kothare) with his nature loving beautiful wife – Madhura ( Urmila Kanitkar-Kothare) to a remote village. They are welcomed by the attendant at the deserted village hospital- Sadanand Kamat ( Makarand Anaspure). Behaving like a typical government servant, Mr. Kamat has that ‘Yes Sir’ attitude. So, when Doctor Vinay expresses his desire to visit the village clinic, on his arrival, Mr. Kamat is taken for surprise.
During that evening hour, while Dr. Vinay goes to inspect his clinic along with Kamat, Madhu, who is made comfortable in an old big house; she interacts with a suspicious looking house maid Bayjama ( Vibhavari Deshpande). Later, she walks out of the old house to inspect the surroundings and clicks photos. Out of curiosity, she also clicks the decors at the haunted tree and also brings home a dried scented leaf lying over there. Trouble begins for her, when she develops the photos in her readymade dark room. Even otherwise, the entire house is in the dark, with the lights going off, every now and then, perhaps due to heavy power cuts in that region. The use of old telephone at home, gives a clear indication of the period, around 70s.
So, with that ideal location, with jungle like surroundings, the director finds an excellent opportunity to present this psycho thriller, with the strange happenings experienced by Madhu. Dr. Vinay however, not believing in such things, dares to go into the origin of the problem, besides doing his regular medical practice. In the meanwhile, Kamat keeps moving around suspiciously, with his entry and exit in different scenes and so is the behaviour of the maid Bayjama. The clever director, with the help of cameraman , sound designer and background music at appropriate places, manages to hold the mystery; which he unfolds in the climax.
To make this film more effective, the artistes in this film namely Adinath Kothare, Urmila kanitkar Kothare, Makarand Anaspure, Vibhavari Deshpande, supported by kishore kadam , Bhargavi Chirmule and others,play an important role. They have all put in a great effort. Urmila in particular, has a big role to play and she has lived up to the expectations of the director. Her clicking the photos in dark places, moving all alone in the forest area, however looks odd. But, she has performed her part very well. Makarand does well with his puzzled and suspicious looks. Adinath looks totally different in his new look, while Vibhavari has done well with her quick changing expressions, according to situation. Pt. Hridaynath Mangeshkar ‘s music has been cleverly used to describe the climatic changes.
‘Anvatt’ is a cleverly executed psycho thriller, which holds your attention; but fails to make a deep impact. The film, however succeeds in passing a social message
‘Tuhya Dharma Koncha?’- focuses on dilemma of Tribals
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Rating: ★★★ ½
Producer: Abhay Gadgil, Shrirang Godbole, Mohan Damle Director: Satish Manwar Music: Dattaprasad Ranade Cinematography: Parixit Warrier Cast: Upendra Limaye, Vibhavari Deshpande, Kishore Kadam, Suhas Palshikar, Suhas Shirsat, Gauri Konge, Ramesh Medhekar, Shashank Shende Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
God has no religion and therefore changing the God to offer prayers, does not change your religion. Latest released Marathi film ‘Tuhya Dharma Koncha?'(What is your religion?) tries to explain how poverty forces a poor family towards conversion to another religion and later goes on to show how the family has to face the ire from their own community. In fact, director Satish Manwar ( Gabhricha Paus fame) tries to explain the dilemma of tribals, who fall easy prey to opportunists and fanatics.
Set on the backdrop of a tiger sanctuary in Northern Maharashtra, the film revolves around a tribal family of Kavadu (Upendra Limaye) who lives in a small tribal colony with his wife Bhulabai (Vibhavari Deshpande) a small kid and a new born baby. One day, Kavadu is falsely implicated and put under trial for killing a tiger. In the absence of the bread earner in the family, Bhulabai becomes helpless when her new born baby needs immediate medical attention. She does visit the municipal dispensary at a nearby village; but can’t afford the costly food supplements prescribed. Later, when the child is seriously ill, on the suggestion of a lady from her tribe; she takes her son to a Father of a Christian missionary, who is a doctor. Indebted by the kind hearted Father and the Nun from the missionary, who offer her free treatment and food for her kid; Bhulabai regularly attends the mass at the church. She also gets converted into Christianity, only to face ire of local tribal community. Finally, Kavadu is declared innocent, as the real culprits are arrested. But, the a group of Hindu fanatics force Kavadu and few others from the village to get reconverted into Hinduism. Finally, Kavadu and his wife understand who their real God is, as they embrace a traditional tree in the last scene, to show their faith in Nature God.
The film does deal with a sensitive issue with utmost care, without hurting the sentiments of any religion. When the Father of the church (Kishore Kadam) tells the Nun (Sneha Majgaonkar) that he was not interested in keeping the count of number of conversions; but, would be happy to find even one such true devotee of his religion; it makes his selfless service very clear. At the same time, a Hindu priest, who is spreading the importance of his religion and showing his opposition to conversions; is himself shown against violence. It is only few of his devotees, lock him up and get involved into violent activities. As a result of their aggression, the poor tribal community is in a dilemma. The director has also shown the Naxalite movement in this region; and the reason for their taking up the arms. But, in the film’s screenplay, the director has shown them neutral, in the religious uproar. There is one possibility that some of the portion must have undergone cuts at the Censor’s table.
Director Satish Manwar has however presented his subject in a realistic manner. He has used the ahirani language very well throughout the film, which is a tribute to Bahinabai Chaudhary, whose all original poems were in this language. Cinematography by Parixit Warrier is simply superb. So is the suitable music score by Dattaprasad Ranade and background score by Augustine Samuel and the wonderful flute played by Navin Iyer from South. In the role of Kavadu, Upendra Limaye has given one more fabulous performance after ‘Jogwa’. Vibhavari Deshpande has supported him well, as a helpless wife. She has expressed herself very well at every situation through her eyes. In the role of Father of the church, Kishore Kadam is at his best. The dialogues are apt to every situation. The film does throw light on the existing situation in tribal region and shows how the Government’s apathy, enables external forces to exploit their poverty.
‘Paulwaat’ – a real ‘state of the art’ film
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Rating: na
Company: Dawn Studios Pvt. Ltd., My Dream Production, Dawn Studios Pvt. Ltd. Director: Aditya Ingale Story: Abhiram Bhadkamkar Music: Narendra Bhide Lyrics: Vaibhav Joshi Cast: Jyoti Chandekar, Subhodh Bhave, Kishore Kadam, Madhura Velankar, Anand Ingale, Hrishikesh Joshi, Seema Deo, Abhiram Bhadamkar, Vijay Kenkre, Vaibhav Tatvawadi, Rajesh Pathak, Prachiti Suru, Dhiresh Joshi, Astad Kale, Sachin Bankar Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
Someone has rightly said, “Dreams are like stars…you may never touch them, but if you follow them they will lead you to your destiny.” In the case of Anant Deo , a young singer who comes from Sangli to this so called dream city Mumbai to become a singer, also has big dreams in his eyes and is very confident about his talent. But, what he experiences during his struggle period, makes him believe that money speaks. Soon, he realizes that Unless, you invest and market yourself, you cannot become a big singer.
Film maker Aditya Ingale’s film ‘Paulwaat’ presents this struggle in the life of a young talented singer Anant Deo, played by versatile actor Subodh Bhave. To give a cinematic look to this otherwise simple tale, the director prepares a ground with suitable characters and situations to fill with the music which is the USP of this sensible film. So, when Anant first arrives in Mumbai, his local friend Babya (Hrishikesh Joshi) finds a suitable quiet place for his PG accommodation in an old ancestral house owned by Godu akka (Jyoti Chandekar).
It takes no time for Revati,(Madhura Velankar- Satam) the niece of Mr. Nene(Anand Ingale) – living in the neighbourhood; to become friendly with Anant. An otherwise disturbed Goda akka, who initially tries to teach discipline to Anant, starts liking him later. Watching his struggle, she develops a kind of relationship almost on the lines of Lalita Pawar and Raj Kapoor in Bollywood film ‘Anari’. Watch her walking style and behaviour and you will notice the similarity.
During his struggle period, Anant meets few well wishers, who in appreciation of his talent, try to help him; but his bad luck prevents success coming closer to him. His older friend, philosopher and guide Usmanbahi ( Kishore Kadam) who has seen good time in the past, tries to explain to him as to how, to remain successful, the struggle must continue…” But, when Usmanbhai himself after facing humiliation, decides to leave for his native place selling his old house, Anant too loses hopes, though he continues doing petty jobs in music field, to earn for his living. Revati too suggests him to take up a proper job and then pursue his music side by side; but, Anant takes it the other way. One day, he takes a decision on his own hurting all those, who had come closer to him by that time. Destiny has something else in store for him. Finally, Anant swears that he would do something for all those talented strugglers who come to this city with the hope of becoming singers.
The film captures selfish human nature through certain characters in this materialistic world. Music, which is the USP of this film, finds suitable situations in the screenplay supported by humour filled dialogues to bring in that required change in this otherwise serious tale. Especially, the conversation between Goda Akka and Mr. Nene clearly shows how helpless they both are in their respective lives, yet don’t leave an opportunity to taunt each other. Anant’s outbursts at certain situations, shows the frustration of young people in this dream city. While the character of Revati suggests that a young girl looks for stability, when it’s time to settle down in life with a partner.
The film displays memorable performances from Subodh Bhave and Jyoti Chandekar. In fact, it is the interaction between these two characters, that suggests many things to sensible film lovers. Madhura Velankar- Satam plays happy go lucky but thoughtful Revati with her gifted talent . Anand Ingale plays the middle aged Sane confidently with variety, using a neck collar and suggestive body language to indicate his ageing process. But, it is Kishore Kadam in the role of Usmanbhai, invites all the attention with his perfect Urdu diction. Others in the supporting cast are just fine. Photography is good. Watch that last scene, perhaps shot at Banganga, Walkeshwar, with the light of the lamp reflecting through the water on the faces of the few characters seated on the stairway. Above all, music is just apt for this sensible film, which has about seven songs. “Paulwaat” is a real ‘state of the art’ kind of film. No wonder, it is produced by seven like minded people like Mukta Bhide, Manasi Pethe, Revati Gund, Alka Datar, Vyankatesh Mandke, Ajay Bhide, Anuradha Ekbote and Smita Bhagwatdar, all coming together to offer this sensible creation.