Foreign actresses performing prominent roles in Marathi films, is not new to us. In the past, we have seen Billiana Rodonich, Stacy Bee and Suzanne Bernert playing suitable roles in Marathi films. Now, Canada born Paula McGlynn also makes her debut in Marathi, through latest released film ‘Pindadaan‘. But, the story of this film seems to be the only reason to offer her this role of Ana.

The film revolves around Ashutosh Devkar( Siddharth Chandekar) , director of documentary films, attached to Chanel 6 in London. On a special assignment given by his chief, Ashutosh arrives in India to make a film on the post death rituals i.e ‘Pindadaan‘, along with his camera person cum editor friend Ruhi ( Manava Naik) , from his London office . When they arrive in India, they proceed to a place in Maharashtra, on the banks of a river , where such rituals are performed.

The private vehicle driver Tukaram( Sanjay Kulkarni ) engaged by them not only acts as guide, but acts as a waiter in a hotel, which is converted from a old palace into a hotel. In short, Tukaram is all in one, to help them. But, Ashutosh forgetting his work, falls in love with a young foreigner lady Ana (Paula McGlynn) , whom he meets on the banks of the river, during early morning hours and nights. Ruhi, who is in deeply love with Ashutosh , is ignored by him, in spite having sexual relationship with her.

Not happy with the behaviour of Ashutosh, Ruhi decides to return back to London, when she notices some strange happenings. Rudra Baba, the local priest ( Madhav Abhyankar) who silently observes Ashutosh and the change in him, finally speaks, revealing the truth .

Director Prashant Patil has tried to develop Avinash Ghodke’s story into cinematic form. But, he has failed to generate that desired impact, required from such subjects. Even the story is not very appealing, as we have seen such themes in many films of the past. The screenplay of ‘Pindadaan‘, also gives clues about the happenings to follow, right from the beginning of the film. However, good performances by Siddharth, Manava, Paula, Sanjay Kulkarni & Madhav Abhaynkar are worth appreciating. Siddharth has a different look, but, Manva has cleverly used the right accent, to suit her NRI status; while Paula does her best to speak Marathi . Though the film is limited to around 2 hours length, you still feel that something went missing in the screenplay.

There was not need to have so many songs in the film, as they take away the interest of the audience from the happenings to follow. Music is just average. But , the background music and sound designing is impressive, with good support from art design. Bunty Deshpande has done his best to capture the day and night scenes, especially on the banks of the river. All in all, ‘Pindadaan‘ presents mystical but predictable love story. And hence, this film has turned out to be just an average film, with nothing extra ordinary to deserve better rating.

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Movie: Pindadaan
Director: Prashant Patil
Music: Sagar Dhote
Cast: Siddharth Chandekar, Manava Naik, Paula McGlynn, Prasad Pandit, Sanjay Kulkarni, Madhav Abhyankar, Farida Daadi

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मराठी चित्रपटात अलीकडे सातत्याने वेगवेगळे विषय नाविन्यपूर्ण मांडणीतून आपणास पाहायला मिळत आहेत , अशीच एक वेगळी कथा ‘पिंडदान‘ ह्या आगामी चित्रपटात आपल्याला पाहायला मिळणार आहे. चित्रपटाच्या नावावरून चित्रपट गंभीर असल्यासारखे वाटते पण ह्या चित्रपटात  एक सुंदर प्रेमकथा आहे जी पिंडदानाच्या निमित्ताने उलगडत जाते. ह्या चित्रपटात सध्याचा आघाडीचा लाडका अभिनेता ‘सिद्धार्थ चांदेकर’ मुख्य भूनिकेत असून त्याच्या बरोबर ‘मानवा नाईक’ हि अभिनेत्री दिसणार आहे.  या  दोघांची जोडी प्रथमच आपल्याला मोठ्या पडद्यावर पाहायला मिळणार आहे.

फॅशन इंडस्ट्रीतील अनेक  वर्षांच्या  अनुभवानंतर प्रशांत पाटील पिंडदानाच्या माध्यमातून आपल्या दिग्दर्शकीय कारकीर्दीचा प्रारंभ करत आहे. चित्रपटातली गीते वैभव जोशी आणि मंदार चोळकर ह्यांनी लिहिली असून सागर धोटे याने ती संगीतबद्ध केली आहेत. चित्रपटाची कथा पटकथा संवाद हे अविनाश घोडके यांनी लिहिले आहेत. फॅशन फोटोग्राफीमध्ये विशेष ग्लॅमर आणि प्रसिद्ध असलेला बंटी देशपांडे याने चित्रपटाचे छायाचित्रीकरण केले आहे.

उदय पिक्चर्स निर्मित आणि सारथी एंटरटेन्मेंटची प्रस्तुती असलेला  ‘पिंडदान‘ हा चित्रपट लवकरच प्रेक्षकांच्या भेटीस येणार आहे.

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Born : 8 September
Occupation : Actress
Manava Naik is a beautiful and talented Marathi actress. ‘PorBazar‘ was her debut Marathi movie as a director. Manva made her first feature film ‘DOPHERI‘, which won Best Film award at Nashik Film Festival. She also played roles in Hindi Tv serials like, ‘Baa Bahoo Aur Baby‘, ‘Teen Bahuraaniyaan‘.

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• Pindadaan (2016)
• Shasan (2016)
• Jaundya Na Balasaheb (2015)
• Dhinchyak Enterprise (2015)
• Por Bazaar (2014) (Director)
• Candle March (2014)
• Dum Asel Tar (2012)
• Kaksparsh (2012)
• No Entry Pudhe Dhoka Aahey (2012)
• Fakta Ladh Mhana (2011)
• Kshanbhar Vishranti (2010)
• Shahanpan Dega Deva (2010)
• Jetaa (2010)
• Jodhaa Akbar (2008) (Hindi)
• Serial(s)
• Tuzha Mazha Jamena (Zee Marathi)
• Special Squad (STAR One)
• Baa Bahoo Aur Baby (STAR Plus)
• Teen Bahuraniyaan (Zee TV)
• Play(s)
• Tera Te Tewis (Director)

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