Lalit to take Neha on a ride, to present a new TV show
Lalit Prabhakar the popular hero of small screen and Neha Mahajan the new sensation in Marathi films, are coming together for the first time. But, this is not for a film or a serial. They will be playing the host for Zee Talkies channel’s new programme ‘Talkies Light House’, which will be aired from Sunday 10th January 2016 at 4.30 pm. The repeat telecast of this programme can be seen following Saturday at10 am in the morning.
Through this programme, short films of well known filmmakers will be shown, with briefing about the making of the film, besides taking the viewers to the actual location, where the film’s story originates. So, it will be interesting to watch, how the chemistry of these two young hosts works, in the role of anchors.
Today, everybody, especially the viewers spread across small towns, is talking about the big game of ‘Saripaat ‘ to be played between Mhalsa and Banai( Banu), in the popular Zee Marathi TV serial ‘Jai Malhar’. While some women folks feel that Mhalsa is being cheated, while others feel that it is the only way, Banu can get justice. Anyway, the game of ‘Saripaat’ is not new to small screen lovers. As, we saw it in popular TV serial ‘Mahabharat’ about 29 years ago, when Pandavas lost everything in their possession, including Draupadi, in this gamble.
But, we now hear that the game of ‘Saripaat’ has popularized in small towns and villages in Maharashtra, where people have started playing this game as a competitive game, like Chess, carom or scrabble. But, it will not be surprising to see the popularity of this game spreading across the state soon, if someone really introduces the kit of this game, as a part time sport. Only care is to be taken that it is not used for gambling purpose.
By: Shweta Khot © MMW Network
‘टॉकीज लाईट हाऊस’ मध्ये उलगडणार लघुपट कथेचा प्रवास
लघुपट हे सर्जनशील अभिव्यक्ती व प्रयोगाचे माध्यम मानले जाते. आजही बऱ्याचश्या चांगल्या लघुपट हे रसिकांपर्यंत पोहचत नाहीत. एका मराठी वाहिनीने काही महिन्यांपूर्वी लघुपटांच्या प्रेक्षेपनासाठी एक उपक्रम राबवला होता. ज्याला प्रेक्षकांचा चांगला प्रतिसाद मिळाला. लवकरच ‘झी टॉकीज’ ह्या वाहिनीवर ‘टॉकीज लाईट हाऊस’ या नवीन कार्यक्रम प्रसारित होणार आहे. या आगामी कार्यक्रमात आपणास अनेक उत्कृष्ठ लघुपट पाहायला मिळणार आहेत.
‘झी टॉकीज’ वाहिनीवरील ह्या कार्यक्रमाचे वैशिष्ठ म्हणजे, लघुपटाचा विषय निवडताना त्या विषय निवडीमागचं कारण तसेच तो बनवताना आलेली आव्हानं हे जाणून घ्यायचा प्रयत्न ललित प्रभाकर आणि नेहा महाजन करणार आहेत. लघुपटाच्या विषयानुरूप त्याच धर्तीच्या लोकेशनवर जाऊन या गप्पा रंगणार आहेत.दर रविवारी लघुपट कथेचा हा प्रवास जाणून घ्यायला मिळणार आहे. रविवार १० जानेवारी सायंकाळी ४.३० वाजता याचा पहिला भाग प्रसारित होणार असून पुनःप्रसारणाचा आस्वाद रसिकांना दर शनिवारी सकाळी १० वाजता घेता येईल.
“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.