‘Shikshanachya Aaichha Gho’ takes on the taxing educational system
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Presenter: Eros International, Satya Ashwami Films, Everest Entertainments Producer: Sanjay Chhabria, Ashwami Manjrekar, Satya Manjrekar Director: Mahesh Manjrekar Story: Mahesh Manjrekar Screenplay: Ravi Jadhav Lyrics:Guru Thakur,Shrirang Godbole, Nalesh Patil Music: Ajit, Atul, Samir Cast: Sachin Khedekar, Bharat Jadhav, Saksham Kulkarni, Gauri Vaidya, Siddharth Jadhav, Kranti Redkar, Vidyadhar Joshi, Vaibhav Mangle, Kamlakar Satpute, Kishore Pradhan, Sandeep Pathak Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
Till now, our experts in education department and the Government representatives have ignored the most sensitive issue of rising suicides among children. No one has really bothered to find the exact cause and a solution. But, as they say, media has lot to do. Film making is a very creative filed and if a particular issue is presented properly, it can certainly invite the attention of one and all. A change in our educational system is a long time demand and director Mahesh Manjrekar decided to take on this issue seriously through his latest film ‘Shikshanachya Aaichha Gho’( SAG) .
He did face the opposition before release of his film, for using a konkani slang in the title; but managed the opposition diplomatically. Finally, ‘SAG’ saw the opening day at theatres all over Maharashtra with houseful shows even in multiplexes. A simple story of a teenager from a middle class family ( Saksham Kulkarni) , who is good at cricket but is an average student in his studies. The father ( Bharat Jadhav) who is working in Municipality office, wants his son to do well in his studies too. He does not approve his progress in cricket, as he feels that the game will only come in the way of his studies. One day, he scolds his son for non performance in exams and breaks his bat. He beats up his son and in a scuffle, pushes him away, when the child hits his head against the bed and bleeds turning nconscious. He is rushed to hospital and is operated upon, but does not recover as he moves into coma.
The father repents, but his friends and well wishers in the neighborhood including his daughter(Gauri Vaidya) extend both financial and moral support during this period of crisis. He brings his son back home under the advice of hospital doctor and offers all treatment at home. Finally, one of his friends who is working in a hospital, arranges an operation of his son by a US returned doctor(Mahesh Manjrekar) . The son recovers and the father wins his battle against the education system, with the chief minister giving him assurance to look into this issue. Now, to present this issue, director Mahesh Manjrekar has displayed a good cinematic presentation through touching scenes and hard hitting dialogues to make the audience think seriously about the change
required and instigating the parents to oppose such a system. At the same time, he has tried to convince the parents not to expect too much from their children and encourage them more in the areas of their interest. Very cleverly he has used certain locations to create the desired impact through his 1hour 48 mins long film.
In this film, you will find Bharat Jadhav in a different role. Though there are few scenes to bring in humour, especially in the company of a shop keeper cum money lender Ibrahim( Siddharth Jadhav) and his kind hearted neighborhood friends comprising of Kishore Pradhan and others. The character of Nalini (Kranti Redkar) having soft corner to this family, has been cleverly used to complete the requirement of female lead; as the hero is shown as a widower. And, she has played her part well.
Both the children Saksham and Gauri are proper choice in the film doing their respective roles. The director’s favourite -Sachin Khedekar makes his appearance as the chief minister in that climax scene. Overall presentation of the film is good, with not much scope for music, but clever editing work keeps the audience engaged with the screenplay. The sincere effort of the film maker is to be lauded for taking on this taxing educational system through this film.
The imporatnt changes in our education system at school level the film suggests are:
1) Allowing students with their choice of subjects.
2) Vocational guidance a must at seondary level. &
3) To do away with rank system.
‘Mi Shivajiraje Bhosale Bolatoye’ has received enormous response from all over Maharashtra.
In Indian history the kings had effectively influenced the life of us. Most of them were inherited their crown but Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was totally different from them. With the help of guidance from his mother Jijabai and teacher Dadoji Konde he established the Hindu Swaraj and save the common people from Nizam Shah and Mugals. This Swaraj was the best example of good administration wherein slow and gradually Marathi Sansruti developed.
Now we noticed that Maharashtra which is made by him with many difficulties is now in danger because of the immigrants from another states. The calm and quite nature of Maharashtrians has been misused by these people. So Mahesh Manjerkar has made a movie giving message that Marathi should make a progress of its own.
Ashvami films and Everest entertainment private limited has produced ‘Mi Shivajiraje bhosale bolatoye’ which has released in two hundred theatres which itself is a record for Marathi film. On the first day itself it has been seen that the movie has received enormous response from all over Maharashtra.
The catchy line of the movie ‘Himat Asel Tar Adva’ is creating a huge impact . Produced by Sanjay Chhabria and Ashvami and directed by Santosh Manjerkar this movie is on the verge of creating a revolution. The story revolves around the problems of middle class Marathi manoos.To revive his self respect, Shivaji Maharaj comes to take rebirth. Mahesh Manjerkar is playing the lead role of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj while Sachin Khedekar, Makarand Anaspure,Suchtra Bandekar, Priya Bapat,Sidharth Jadav and special role of Ankush Chaudhari, Bharat Jadhav ,Bharat Dabolkar, Kamlesh Sawant ,Meghana Arende.
For the first time for Marathi film various innovative promotional techniques are used on large scale.
Mi Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy’s music launched by Raj Thackeray
The much awaited movie of the year, ‘Mi Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy’ is ready to release The movie written by renowned Bollywood actor-directer Mahesh Manjrekar & directed by Santosh Manjrekar. Movie will be released in theatres on April 3.
The movie has already become famous for the use of its modern technology, eminent actors, strong storyline and music and beautiful scenic locations. The movie produced under the banner of Ashwami Films and Everest Entertainment.
The music Cds was launched by MNS chief Raj Thackeray at Shivaji Park in Mumbai. Also present on the occasion were President of NCP from Mumbai Sachin Ahire, his wife Sangeeta Ahire, wife of Chief Minister Ashok Chavan. Such a programme took place for the first time on Shivaji Park. “I had heard the story of the movie before and so I came for the release of the music and for the mahurat. I will continue to do whatever I can for the Marathi Manoos. Shivaji Maharaj has been an idol and his teachings should put into action,” said Thackeray.
The actors in this movie are Sachin Khedekar, Suchitra Bandekar, Makarand Anaspure, Siddharth Jadhav, Priya Bapat. Mahesh Manjrekar plays the role of Shivaji Maharaj. The song written by Guru Thakur, Ajit Parab, Shrirung Godbole, Prakash Chauhan and Adnayta Das is about how Shivaji Maharaj comes to the rescue of the character Dinkar played by Sachin Khedekar. Dinkar is so stressed in life by the comments by the society that he starts doubting his identity and at one point says that he is ashamed of being a Maharashtrian.