‘Copy’ launched with song recording
Performing the muhurat of a film with song recording is a traditional way of launching a film. And, in Marathi films, songs play a very important role, in popularizing a film. Recently, producers Ganesh Patil and Shankar Mhatre also launched their new Marathi film ‘Copy’ with a song recording at Audio Garage Studio, Juhu. On this occasion, a song rendered by Praveen Done was recorded on the music of Rohan Pradhan & Rohan Gokhale. Present on the occasion were Mr. Vijay Patkar, Anshuman Vichare, Jagannath Nivangune, Vipul Salunkhe and technical team members.
‘Copy‘ will speak on the education system in our society. Set on the backdrop of rural Maharashtra, it will expose the commercialization of education . Directed by Hemant Dhabade and Dayasagar Wankhede, the film stars Milind Shinde, Kamlesh Sawant, Anshuman Vichare, Jagannath Nivangune, Vipul Salunkhe, Anil Nagarkar, Kailas Waghmare, Poonam Waghmare and others. Cinematography is by Santineo Trezio and choreography by Rockey Harle are the other credits.
Chaurya ( चौर्य )
Genres: Social, Crime, Thriller
Rating: ★★½
Censor: U
Duration: 130 min.
Studio/presenter: Navalakha Arts, Holy Basil Productions, Sadhana Cinema
Producer(s): Nilesh Navalakha, Vivek Kajaria, Sameer Asha Patil, Ashwini Patil
Executive Producer: Kapil Sharma, Jitesh Upade, Siddharth Ghadge, Rahul Sutar
Director: Sameer Asha Patil
Writer: Sameer Asha Patil
ScreenPlay: na
Dialogues: na
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Cast & Crew
Executive Producer: Kapil Sharma, Jitesh Upade, Siddharth Ghadge, Rahul Sutar
Director: Sameer Asha Patil
Assistant Director: na
Writer: Sameer Asha Patil
ScreenPlay: na
Dialogues: na
Lyrics: Shankarrao Dhamnikar, Vishnu Thore, Sameer Asha Patil
Music: Mayuresh Kelkar
Playback Singer: na
Cinematographer (DOP): Jeetendra Pandit, Shrishail Hiremath
Editor: Ketan Madiwale
Starcast: Kishor Kadam, Milind Shinde, Ganesh Yadav, Pradeep Velankar, Digvijay Rohidas, Dinesh Lata Shetty, Tirrtha Murbadkar
Costumes: Rupal Rajgor
Makeup: Chandrakant Ankolkar, Saurabh Kapde
Sound : Nimish Chheda, Avinash Sonawane, Abhishek Nair
Background Score: Mayuresh Kelkar
Choreographer: Bhakti Naik, Ganesh Chandanshive
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Publicity Designs: Vizual Junkies
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Mazhi Tapasya ( माझी तपस्या )
Genres: Drama
Rating: na
Censor: U
Duration: 130 min.
Studio/presenter: Vikrant Films
Producer(s): Vikrant Satyanarayan Jaiswal
Executive Producer: na
Director: Dr.Raj mane
Assistant Director: Dr. Vikrant Satyanarayan Jaiswal
Writer: Prashant Bhelande
ScreenPlay: Dr.Raj Mane
Dialogues: na
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Co-producer: Satyanarayan Jaiswal
Executive Producer: na
Director: Dr.Raj Mane
Assistant Director: Dr. Vikrant Satyanarayan Jaiswal
Writer: Prashant Bhelande
ScreenPlay: Dr.Raj Mane
Dialogues: na
Lyrics: Prashant Bhelande
Music: Arvind Hasabnis
Playback Singer: na
Cinematographer (DOP): Jitu Achrekar
Editor: Adil Vassan
Starcast: Makrand Deshpande, Milind Shinde, Dr.Girish Oak, Namrata Gaikwad, Deepti Bhagwat, Sundar Jog, Chaitra Bhujbal
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Synopsis
‘Mazhi Tapasya’ : The film ‘Mazhi Tapasya’ is story of a girl(Namrata Gaikwad) who is daughter of Baburao Malhar(Makrand Deshpande). This Character called Baburao Malhar was having a very good friend who was also his neighbour called Ramesh(Milind Shinde). but due to bad circumstances between them.There relation was not in good faith for each other so after that, Ramesh decides to sale her in market.
But a good man(Adv.Prashant Bhelande) decides to keep her at his house and educate her well,gives all facilities in terms of education and due to this that girl becomes ‘Collector’.
This girl called “Tapasya” sees some negative dreams as concern to the childhood so this story is related to her and how she tries to search her childhood,what she had lived in past.
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Marathi Actor Milind Shinde to make his grand debut in Bollywood
‘Banjo‘ is the name of new Hindi film, made by popular Marathi film maker Ravi Jadhav. We all know that the film stars Riteish Deshmukh and Nargis Fakhri in the lead. But, there is a popular Marathi actor Milind Shinde, who will be making his grand debut in this film, through a prominent role. Ravi Jadhav himself has announced this, on his social networking page today.
Directed by Ravi Jadhav and produced by Krishika Lulla under the Eros International banner, this film is due for release soon. This is also the first Hindi film of Ravi Jadhav, as a director. But, all eyes on Milind Shinde, who has already made his presence felt on Marathi small and big screen. His memorable roles in films like ‘Bayo‘, ‘Paradh‘,’Natarang‘, ‘Baboo Band Bajaa‘ & ‘Touring Talkies‘ brought him name and fame. Milind also directed a Marathi film ‘Nach Tujhach Lagin Haay‘.
With his introduction through ‘Banjo‘, Milind is expected to invite the attention of many Bollywood and South Indian film makers, who are looking for a face which resembled that of popular South & Hindi film villain Rami Reddy, during his younger days. Unfortunately, Rami Reddy is no more. Will his place be taken by Milind Shinde ? let is wait and see. But, his poster released by Ravi Jadhav indicates the same.
Milind Shinde, Actor
Biography / Profile:
With his portrayal of whimsical but dangerous Dada Holkar in Zee Marathi’s serial ‘Tu Tithe Mee‘, Milind Shinde has invited all the attention with his humour filled dialogue delivery which is mixed with broken English. Milind is not new to acting field; but this character of Dada Holkar has certainly brought him recognition as an actor.
Filmography:
Shyamchi Shala (2017)
Chaurya (2016)
Shasan (2015)
Swami Public Ltd. (2014)
Touring Talkies (2013)
Baboo Band Baaja (2012)
Natrang (2010)
Paradh (2010)
Jau Tithe Khau (2007)
Bayo (2006)
Not Only Mrs. Raut (2003)
Naach Tuzach Lagin Hay
Dombari
Veda Prem
Movies As Director
Bhidu (Upcoming)
Nach Tuja Lagin Haai (Upcoming)
Serial(s)
Tu Tithe Mi (Zee Marathi)
Vadalvaat (Zee Marathi)
Agnihotra (Star Pravah)
Gandh Phulancha Gela Sangun (Colors Marathi)
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‘I want people to remember me for my performance’ – Milind Shinde
Namrata Gaikwad impresses in the teaser of ‘Zari’
Producer Radha Bidkar and director Raju Meshram are making a film ‘Zari’, which is based on a real life incident. Recently the poster and teaser of this film was unveiled in presence of dignitaries like Finance Minister of Maharashtra Mr. Sudhir Munguntiwar and other Ministers of state, MLA’s Neelam Gorhe and others , along with artistes from the film Anant Jog, Milind Shinde, Tukaram Bidkar, Nisha Parulekar, Namrata Gaikwad, & Aniket Kelkar. In the teaser of the film, it is only Namrata Gaikwad, who clearly indicates that the film revolves around her character.
This film throws light on a very sensitive issue of exploitation of women in remote areas of Vidarbha region. The director of the film is confident that through this film, he will be able to invite the attention of administration, to provide necessary facilities to this region and pay attention, to protect the women folks in this region, from sexual abuse by the local landlords. The film has also tried to show, how these poor people, revolt against the injustice on them. Now, we only hope that all these politicians, who were present for this function, also watch this film and take necessary steps, to stop these attrocities on women, in such regions.
Atithi Part 1 ( अतिथी पार्ट १ )
Genres: Black comedy
Rating: na
Censor: U
Duration: 130 min.
Studio/presenter: Shree Production
Producers: Ashok Mokariya, Girish Kumar
Executive Producer: na
Director: Ashish Pujari
Writer: Nilesh Bhosle
ScreenPlay: Ashish Pujari
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Executive Producer: na
Director: Ashish Pujari
Assistant Director: na
Writer: Nilesh Bhosle
ScreenPlay: Ashish Pujari
Dialogues: na
Lyrics: Ganesh Nigade
Music: Suhit Abhyankar, Adi Ramchandra
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Cinematographer (DOP): Dhaval Ganbote
Editor: Nitesh Rathod
Starcast: Vijay Chavan, Milind Shinde, Sanjay Khapre, Sanjay Mohite, Kishor Chaugule, Kishor Nandlaskar, Nayan Jadhav, Sanjivani Jadhav, Prshant Tapsvi, Anant Jog, Tejpal Wagh, Rohit Chavan
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Sound : Rohit Pradhan
Background Score: Suhit Abhyankar
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DI, VFX: Yogesh Dixit
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‘Valya to Valmiki’ launched in Karjat
Producers Shrikant Shenoy and Shubhangi Shenoy launched their new Marathi film ‘Valya to Valmiki’ with mahurat, at beautiful natural locations of Karjat, off Mumbai. Story of this film written by Manish Kadam is about a boy called Mauli, who is a victim of circumstances. In his journey in life, he meets different people and his life is changed.
Directed by Sanjay Kasbekar & Pankaj Bhivaji, the film is being made under the banner of Varnan Pictures. The film stars Milind Shinde, Sanjay Khapre, Pankaj Vishnu, Mousami Tondwalkar, Sanjay kasbekar & Master Varun Damodar Baliga.
‘I want people to remember me for my performance’ – Milind Shinde
With his portrayal of whimsical but dangerous Dada Holkar in Zee Marathi’s ongoing serial ‘Tu Tithe Mee’, Milind Shinde has invited all the attention with his humour filled dialogue delivery which is mixed with broken English. Milind is not new to acting field; but this character of Dada Holkar has certainly brought him recognition as an actor. Marathi Movie world spoke to him, to know more about his acting career. Excerpts from an interview:
Milind Shinde Q: How did you enter this profession ?
A: It was sometime in 1998-99. After returning from NSD, I was thinking as to what I should exactly do. At that time I was thinking that with my looks, I would be offered the roles of Postman, tea vendor or a Panwallah. So, I went back to Nagar and started directing the stage plays for banks and MSEB in their competitions and earned for my living. Finally, I wanted to go to Mumbai. Two MLA’s from my village, namely Raju Vanjhale and Balasaheb Thorat invited me to Mumbai and offered accommodation. But, while I was in Nagar, my father who was then posted as Government Officer in Beed received a Phone call from Mr. Girish karnad from Bangalore, requesting him to convey a message to me to contact him. Those days, there were no mobiles; but pagers were in operation. So, my father sent a message. When I contracted Mr. Girish karnad, he asked me to come over to Bangalore. He offered me a role in a Hindi serial he was making and also in a Kannada film. It was with this money, I purchased a 2BHK flat in Pune.
Q: So, your acting career began with Kannada film. But, when you started in Marathi ?
A: After completing Mr. Karnad’s assignments, I came to Pune and did a One year course from FTII. But, then after completing that course, once again the same issue troubled me. i.e. What type of roles I should do ? I was in a dilemma, when I received a call from Amruta Subhash.She was then working in Waman kendre’s drama ‘Phulrani’ and hence asked me, whether I would perform the role of her father in the play. She knew that I would do that role with the kind of voice, which needed a singer artiste. Mr. Gajendra Ahire watched this play and assured me that he would offer a suitable role to me in his film. He did keep his promise and that film was ‘Not Only Ms. Raut’ which won me awards for Best Supporting and Best debut actor. Since then, my journey in this field is going on smoothly. I am grateful to all these people whom I met at the right time. I always tell amruta that it was because of her, i came to Mumbai. With Gajendra Ahire Ii have done 12-15 films.
Q: Your first project was with Girish karnad. What was your experience with him.
A: Some people are born great. Mr. Girish Karnad is one of them. I had read the translated biography of Mr. Karnad ‘Khelta khelta Aayushya’ done by Uma Kulkarni.and, when I actually met him,I found him exactly like that. He speaks fluent Marathi.
Q: Tell us something about your roles in Marathi TV serials and Films.
A: I have done about 20-22 serials. Prominent among them are ‘Vadalvaat’,’Agnihotra’ and the ongoing ‘TuTithe Mee’. There were films like ‘Baboo band Bajaa’, Jaoo Tithe Khau’, ‘Natarang’ ‘Paradh’ and ‘Bayo’. Now, to say something about my experience with films, it takes about 6-8 months to be involved in one film project, including post production. Considering, my original place Beed,the feedback I get from that place is that many of these films never even get released there. Whereas, through television serials I reach at every house in Maharashtra.
Q: What you have to say about your character of Dada Holkar in ‘TuTithe Mee’ ?
A: The character of Dada Holkar portrayed by me is not my own self, but my writer Chinmay Mandlekar speaks through that role. Actually, my director has given me full freedom to perform and that has put me at ease.
Q:Where do you see yourself in years to come?
A: I am working hard to present the best I can, so that the young members in my family should say proudly that this film was done by my uncle or dad. The next generation should say that I want to do the kind of roles that Milind Shinde played. I want people to remember me for my performance. I am paying more attention on quality than quantity. Actually, I am also producing two films ‘Dombari’ and ‘Veda Prem’; so that I will be able to reach out to the audience, with what exactly I have to convey to them.
‘Baboo Band Bajaa’ – a masterpiece
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Rating: 3.5
Banner: Jai Gajanan Productions Producer: Neeta Jadhav Director: Rajesh Pinjani Story: Shantanu Ganesh Rode Screenplay: Shantanu Ganesh Rode Cinematographer: Raja Phadatare Cast: Master Vivek Chabukswar, Usha Naik, Milind Shinde, Milatee Jagtap Varadkar, Chhaya Kadam, Master Amaan Attar, Sanjay Kulkarni, Vinod Raut, Mukund Wasule, Rajesh Bhosale, Rajesh More, Mahesh Ghag Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
Planning Commission deputy chairman Montek Singh Ahluwalia defined Rs 32 per capita per day as poverty line and was criticized by the media and experts. Indeed, Mr. Ahuwalia, hasn’t seen the poverty in villages of Maharashtra. To get a better idea, he should watch Rajesh Pinjani‘s latest released Marathi film ‘Baboo Band Bajaa’. It is not only the earnings to eat the daily bread, but to manage the house and offer minimum education to the children and meet their medical expenses; that counts to decide the poverty line.
Set on the backdrop of a typical village in Maharashtra, the film revolves around one such family of Jaggu( Milind Shinde) , who plays band at weddings and funerals in the village. He shares his income with other three colleagues and sometimes uses his son Baboo( Vivek Chabukswar) , in absence of any one from the group. There was a time, when Jaggu owned his band in the name of his son ‘Baboo band Bajaa’. But, due to poverty and accumulation of debt, he has keep his instruments as security to the moneylender, against the loan.
Mitali Jagtap, Baboo Band Baja Jaggu’s son Baboo studies in 3rd standard in the village school, but he cannot even afford his school uniform. One day, his school bag is lost. Baboo gets thrashing from his father as well as schoolmaster, who sends him home. Jaggu wants Baboo to join his group, but his mother( Mitali Jagtap) does all odd jobs to earn extra, so as to offer education to her son. Baboo’s grandmother( Usha Naik) too wants her grandson to receive good education. One day, after attending to the labour pains of a woman from an upper class family, she requests the head of the family for job. She finds one as a contract labourer at a cotton depot. But, there too, the manager delays her payments.
The bad luck continues with the family, as the old woman too sits at the local market to sell essential items. Jaggu and his group suffer another setback, as the local politician plans community weddings, offering incentives to the newly wed couple. He also plans to invite a Big band group and photographers from the town to get maximum publicity. This results in unemployment for Jaggu as
well as local photographer. But, the local photographer, who marries Jaggu’s friend’s daughter (Namrata Awate) has some photos clicked of the politician’s secret deals. In return, he demands the contract for himself Jaggu’s group for the big event.
Everything seems to be going well, when another tragedy strikes the family. But, in spite of that loss, Baboo gets ready to attend his school and Jaggu gets back his instruments after repaying his loan. ‘Baboo Band Bajaa’ is a sensible film, which sends across a strong message on importance of education to rural children. The director has presented the subject with total sincerity, without paying much attention to unnecessary glamour or item numbers. From start to finish, he has focused his attention on the main issue; trying to explain how women in India are concerned about the education to their children.
The film has already won many awards at the film festivals, with the leading lady of the film – Mitali Jagtap Varadkar, having won the best actress national award last year. Undoubtedly, she has given an outstanding performance. The child artiste Vivek Chabukswar has displayed his extra ordinary talent, through the role of Baboo. Among the other artistes, Milind Shinde looks very natural and has given his best. But, others like Usha Naik, Namrata Awate and others have supported very well. It’s the good team work of the artistes and the technical people, which makes this film a masterpiece.