‘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.
‘Pratisaad- The Response’ holds on to the truth
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Rating: na
Producers: Dr. Vijaysinha Amarsinha Nikam Co-Producers: Dr. Suchitra Nikam, Dr. Manish Nikam Ex-Producers: Y. D. G. Films ( Amey Lagwankar ) Director: Yogesh Dattataraya Gosavi Concept: Dr. Amarsinha Nikam Screenplay: Gautam – Tejas Music: Rohit Nagbhide Cast: Sandeep Kulkarni, Kishore Kadam, Neelam Shirke, Anand Alkunte, Siddheshwar Zadbuke, Jayant Savarkar, Suneel Tawade, Pragati Joshi, Nlilambari, Pratibha Date… Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
‘The tongue has no bone and it wiggles more against the celebrities than the common man.’ The more you are popular and a celebrity, you are bound to be targeted by your opponents by way of criticism. This is a common observation and the success of homeopathy treatment and their practicing doctors are no exception to such controversies.
Today, Marathi films are coming up with new ideas based on realities in life and the audience is ready for it. ‘Pratisaad-The Response’ the latest released film has come out with a revolutionary theme, which has been converted into a full length feature film by director Yogesh Dattatray Gosavi. In fact, it is the first film in the world on the backdrop of Homeopathy treatment and its success. Moreover, the film is based on a real life story of practicing Homeopath – Dr. Vijaysinha Amarsinha Nikam, who is also the producer of this film.
In the film, Dr. Aditya ( Sandeep Kulkarni) , a leading Homeopathy practitioner with his full fledged hospital, is challenged by a phone call in the midst of a live TV interview series. The caller – Sarjerao (Kishore Kadam) accuses him of using fraudulent means of treatment and the TV host on the suggestion of his Programme producer, flares up the issue by asking Dr. Aditya to react on the media reports quoting Homeopathy as ‘fake science’. Needless to say that the media furore follows, giving a new twist to this debate for higher TRP’s..
The law soon steps in and you find a Police officer investigating the case, on a complaint received from Sarjerao. In comes Ms. Renu( Neelam Shirke) posing herself as Journalist and she too carries her investigation, much to the satisfaction of the doctor, who at that point is feeling dejected by such allegations, in spite of his sincerity to his profession. His motivation at that stage is also his better half (Nilambari) who keeps on reminding him that ‘Truth always wins’. Finally, Dr. Aditya wins his battle, when Ms. Renu reveals the truth in a climax, during the second part of the live TV show.
The overall effort of the director to present this theme has been good. Very cleverly, he has tried to focus on the Doctor-Patient relationship i.e. more than treating the disease, the medicine treats the patient. The screenplay also highlights the role played by a committed doctor to convince effectively the close relative of the patient and that is the real strength of the film. After all, it is the attitude of the patient’s relatives that is to be handled well. However, in this film, in spite of his best efforts, the doctor fails to convince an adamant Sarjerao, for obvious reasons, which are disclosed at the end of the film.
‘Pratisaad-the Response’ is a path breaking film, which not only creates awareness about the treatment of Homeopathy but also goes beyond the traditional therapy, revealing certain facts. Sandeep Kulkarni as Dr. Aditya is very impressive. Watching his emotions in that climax scene at the TV studio, while admitting how much of faith his wife had in him, clearly proves his class. Kishore Kadam, another talented actor has supported him well in the role of Sarjero. Neelam Shirke as Ms. Renu, does an excellent job, with a good support coming from other artistes. All the hospital scenes have been captured well. One background song has been used at the appropriate place. Editing work is satisfactory. Photography is good, but there are too many close ups in the film and those repeatedly used are of the male TV host for no particular reason. Barring that lapse, the film is well presented with the hope of getting international recognition for dealing effectively with an universal theme.