Double Seat (डबल सीट)
Release Year: 2015(14 Aug)
Genres: Drama
Rating: na
Censor: U/A
Duration: na
Producer: Ranjit Gugle, Anish Jog
Director: Sameer Vidwans
Writer: Kshitij Patwardhan, Sameer Vidwans
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Co-producer: na
Executive producer: Nishant Roy Bombarde
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Director: Sameer Vidwans
Writer: Kshitij Patwardhan, Sameer Vidwans
ScreenPlay: Kshitij Patwardhan, Sameer Vidwans
Dialogues: na
Lyrics: na
Music: Hrishikesh, Saurabh, Jasraj
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Cinematographer (DOP): Arjun Sarote
Editor: Charu Shree Roy
Starcast: Ankush Chaudhari, Mukta Barve, VIdyadhar Joshi, Vandana Gupte, Sandeep Pathak, Shubhankar Tawde, aarti wadgabalkar, Pushkar Shrotri
Art Director: Siddhartha Tattoskar
Costume: Kalyani Kulkarni Gugle
Background Music: na
Make up: Santosh Gayke
Sound : Pramod Thomas
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Synopsis
‘Double Seat': “Director Sameer Vidwans has presented his Marathi film titled ‘Double Seat’ indicating, how both young husband and wife, who aspire to move to a bigger house from a chawl, work hard to make their dream come true. Actually, the film hits out at the traditional joint family system, of living in One Room Kitchen and making adjustments. But, today, with both husband and wife earning, the days are changing. And, young Maharashtrian couples are willing to work harder, to buy their own house, no matter, it is far away from the city.”
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Realistic ‘LoveBirds’ offers suspense filled entertainment
Producer: Dinesh Pednekar
Director: Girish Joshi
Writer: Girish Joshi
Lights: Girish Joshi
Set Design: Pradeep Muley
Background Music: Narendra Bhide
Costume: Supriya Vinod
Genres: Suspense
Rating:
Censor: na
Duration: 120 Min.
Cast: Mukta Barve, Vidhyadhar Joshi, Omkar Govardhan, Ketaki Saraf
Four years ago, Producer Dinu Pednekar and writer director Girish Joshi presented a suspense filled Marathi commercial play ‘LoveBirds’, starring Amruta Subhash and Aniket Vishwasrao. But, the shows of this well presented play, could not be carried on later, due to some technical problem. Now, actress Mukta Barve has not only revived ‘LoveBirds’ in the capacity of a producer, along with Dinu Pednekar; but, has also performed the lead role of Devika, in this play. However, keeping in mind the modern outlook, the end of this play has been changed this time, by writer director Girish Joshi.
The gripping story of this suspense filled thriller revolves around Devika (Mukta Barve) , a housewife, whose ad film maker creative husband Vishwas Inamdar (Omkar Govardhan) , meets with an accident and suffers from amnesia after the operation. Since, his face is damaged in the accident, he also undergoes plastic surgery. So, Vishwas has to believe, whatever his beloved wife tells him about the happenings in his life. All goes well, till Vishwas goes to office and inquires with his office secretary Supriya (Ketaki Saraf), about the bill of Purchase of Love Birds . The owner of the pet shop Niranjan Sane (Vidyadhar Joshi) is then asked to explain about this deal, over phone. But, Niranjan prefers to visit the office of Vishwas, in person, to explain Vishwas, his real profession. Then begins the real thrilling drama, on the stage.
Writer director Girish Joshi has very cleverly presented this suspense filled plot, to keep the audience engaged for about 2 and half hours. He has made clever use of AV presentation, to show the past happenings through flashback. He takes the break for interval, at the most appropriate time, to generate more interest among the audience. The play has become effective, because of the wonderful performances by all the four important artistes. The presence of one more character of Abhijeet is made to believe, most of the time, which is the skill of the director. Set design by veteran Pradeep Muley, also needs a special mention, as he has used the colour schemes very well. The perfect light and sound effects have helped to create the desired impact, in this suspense filled drama.
Mukta Barve is at her best in the role of Devika. She has been able to display her changing emotions very cleverly, like a versatile professional actress. It is because of her spontaneity, the play has become more appealing. Nevertheless, good performances also come from upcoming actor Omkar Govardhan (‘Nilkanth Master’ fame), who has been able to portray the confused lead character effectively and of course Vidyadhar Joshi, who has shown that a good actor, always needs a good role and an efficient director to exploit his full potential. Ketaki Saraf is the common factor in the original and this revived version of the play. Therefore, she had to be perfect and natural in her performance, as office secretary.
‘Love Birds’ is a ‘never to be missed realistic drama, which offers suspense filled entertainment.
Inspiring ‘Double Seat’ shows the way to young dreamers
 Rating: ★★★ ½
Studio/presenter: Essel Vision Producer: Ranjit Gugle, Anish Jog Director: Sameer Vidwans Writer, Screenplay : Kshitij Patwardhan, Sameer Vidwans Music: Hrishikesh, Saurabh, Jasraj Director of Photography: Arjun Sarote Editor: Charu Shree Roy Genres: Drama Censor: U/A Duration: 120 Min. Cast: Ankush Chaudhari, Mukta Barve, VIdyadhar Joshi, Vandana Gupte, Sandeep Pathak, Shubhankar Tawde, aarti wadgabalkar, Pushkar Shrotri; Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
Mumbai chawl life is not new to Marathi films. But, to make the entire film on the backdrop of a chawl, is always challenging. Way back in 1970 filmmaker Raja Thakur first depicted the chawl culture of Mumbai, through his film, ‘Mumbaicha Javai’ starring Arun Sarnaik, Ratnamala, Surekha Kudchi & Sharad Talwalkar. Then, inspired by this film Basu Chatterjee made ‘Piya Ka Ghar,’ starring Anil Dhavan & Jaya Bhaduri ( Now, Bachchan) which was a remake of this Marathi film. Then, in 2003, we saw Mahesh Manjrekar making a Hindi film based on Mumbai chawl culture.
Now, director Sameer Vidwans has presented his Marathi film titled ‘Double Seat’ indicating, how both young husband and wife, who aspire to move to a bigger house from a chawl, work hard to make their dream come true. Actually, the film hits out at the traditional joint family system, of living in One Room Kitchen and making adjustments. But, today, with both husband and wife earning, the days are changing. And, young Maharashtrian couples are willing to work harder, to buy their own house, no matter, it is far away from the city.
Through this film’s story, writer Kshitij Patwardhan and director Sameer Vidwans have tried to generate lots of humour through this emotion filled film. Being the elder son in the family and that too just married, Amit ( Ankush Choudhary) quickly understands the problems faced by his wife Manjiri (Mukta Barve) in their One Room Kitchen house in a chawl located at Lalbaug, Mumbai. So, Amit , who works as a supervisor in a Courier Company earning Rs. 25 thousand a month, takes his wife into confidence, to have their own house, where they can have their privacy. Manjiri, who works as Insurance agent, supports his idea.
After hearing about the bold step taken by her elder son, his Mother (Vandana Gupte) and Amit’s younger brother ( Shubhankar Tawde) also support him, selling some home made products to raise money. Only his stubborn father (Vidyadhar Joshi) , does not approve his idea. The film’s screenplay moves ahead, with lots of hurdles faced by Amit and Manjiri, with Manjiri also becoming pregnant. But, as they say, there is always sunshine, after the darkness. And, so we notice happy ending in ‘Double Seat’, with joint effort of entire family.
However, the end of the film, is not very impressive, except for showing the way. But, there is no solution, as to how the couple is going to travel for their jobs from a far away place, to the city. It would have been better, if the film had shown, some other way, of starting their own business. But, the new latest mobile phones shown in the last scene, only indicates, their prosperity.
The intention of the film, is to inspire today’s youth and see big dreams and work hard, to find their own house, no matter it is small and far away from the city. At the same time, it sends a message to those Maharashtrian people, who keep adjusting themselves, in this expanding and developing city, without themselves becoming part of this development. The film does go against the Joint family system; but if one has to live in this city of Mumbai, one needs to plan better future for their little ones.That’s what the writer had to suggest, through this film.
Looking at the performances, Ankush Choudhary, is at his best. He hardly finds such an opportunity, as he is generally seen in multi starrer films. The director, knowing his stage background well , has tried to exploit his full potential, through this film. Mukta Barve, who is always comfortable playing such roles, has once again proved that she is a talented actress. But, through this film, she has gone one step further, to be part of intimate love scenes. There is also a lip lock kissing scene, shot on this lead pair. But,one should not call it a bold scene. Best performances also come from versatile artistes like Vidyadhar Joshi, Vandana Gupte and other TV and film co stars like Sandeep Pathak, Pushkar Shrotri, Aarti, Shivani, Vikas, Shubhankar and others.
Music of this film goes very well with the story, with good lyrics noticed in two songs. Editing of the film is good with good camera work, especially in all those close up scenes.
‘Double Seat’ is certainly inspiring and shows the way to young dreamers.
LoveBirds (लव्हबर्डस) Marathi Natak
Rating: ★★★★
Opening Date: 2015 (25 April)
Production House: Anamika and Rasika Production
Producer(s): Dinesh Pednekar and Mukta Barve
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Writer: Girish Joshi
Director: Girish Joshi
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Co-producer: na
Director: Girish Joshi
Writer: Girish Joshi
Dialogues: na
Artist: Mukta Barve, Vidyadhar Joshi,Ketaki Saraf, Omkar Goverdhan
Set Design: Pradeep Muley
Lights: Girish Joshi
Costume: Geeta Godbole
Background Music: Narendra Bhide
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Music: Narendra Bhide
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Synopsis
‘Love Birds': Mukta & Omkar play a married couple. At the very beginning Vishwaas (Omkar) meets with an accident & ends up with partial memory loss.His loving wife Devika (Mukta) nurses him back to health.
The story starts when he returns to his office after many months & sees a bill of Rs. 5 lakhs on his table for love birds purchased by him.
When even his secretary Supriya (Ketaki Saraf) has no idea about this expense he ends up calling the shop owner from whom he had purchased the love birds.
It turns out that the man is in fact a private detective he had hired to spy on his wife. Vishwaas had suspected his wife of having an affair with a man named Abhijeet.We see Abhijeet & their past through a projector & few slides.
The needle of suspicion passes from Devaki to Vishwaas constantly. But even the accusations keep changing. An extra marital affair turns into a murder.But then the murdered person turns out to be alive & the one who was supposed to be alive is actually someone else entirely.
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Shooting for ‘Mumbai-Pune-Mumbai’ sequel to begin
‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai’ was a runaway hit a few years ago. It helped Swwapnil Joshi to find his base in Marathi films, after working in hindi television shows. Through this film, Mukta Barve once again proved her mettle as a splendid performer. Though Mukta is not visible on screen these days, Swwapnil has become a sought after star, of Marathi films.
Satish Rajwade, who directed ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai’, wanted to make sequel of the same, for quite some time now. Almost five years have passed after the release of ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai’, but, it was getting delayed due to various reasons. Now, it seems he is all ready to roll the sequel and will start the shooting soon. He wants the complete team of the original film on board this time too, like Mirah Entertainment, Director of photography Suhas Gujrati, Music duo Avinash-Vishwajit, Editor Rajesh Rao, co-writer Parag Kulkarni, all technicians, and even the spot boys.
The sequel will be called ‘Mumbai-Pune-Mumbai-2′ with a tagline … ‘Lagnala Yayachach’. The makers are targeting for a Diwali release. One thing for sure, superstition does prevail in entertainment world!
‘Jogwa’ cinematographer turns director with ‘Ganvesh’
‘Jogwa’, a milestone Marathi movie, directed by late Rajiv Patil which won five national film awards including best film, was appreciated by critics and audience equally and was also acclaimed internationally. It dealt with discrimination, sexual oppression, superstition, archaic traditions, hypocrisy, exploitation of oppressed section of our society. The rustic beauty of rural India was beautifully captured through his lenses by cinematographer Atul Jagdale.
Now, Atul Jagdale is getting ready to shoot a film on rural background in the form of a new Marathi movie ‘Ganvesh’. He has locked a script written by Tejas Ghadge. Mr Ghadge has also penned the screenplay and dialogues of the said film.
The story of this film is about a man working at a bricks making factory. His son gets selected to deliver a speech in his school on an Independence Day, 15th August. But, it is on a condition of wearing an Uniform while doing so. To acquire Uniform, what this down trodden family goes through, is the one liner of the film. Apart from cinematography, Mr Jagdale is directing ‘Ganvesh’ and also is producing it under the banner Vijayate Entertainment. The ‘Jogwa’ connection continues. Three principal cast members, Mukta Barve, Kishore Kadam, Smita Tambe, of ‘Jogwa’, will also be part of ‘Ganvesh’. It will be interesting to see, whether this ‘Jogwa’ connection will work this time round.
‘Mangalashtaka’ deserves ‘Once More’
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Rating: ★★★★
Studio: Shree Aadya Films Producer: Renu Desai Writer, Director: Sameer Joshi Music Director:Nilesh Moharir Cinematographer: Sanjay Jadhav Cast: Swapnil Joshi, Mukta Barve, Kadambari Kadam, Vijay Patwardhan, Sai Tamhankar Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
After their first Marathi film ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai’, the pair of Swapnil Joshi and Mukta Barve had become so popular that their subsequent TV serial ‘Eka Lagnachi Doosari Goshta’ became a super hit on small screen. Still, popularly known as Ghana and Radha with their character names in the serial; they have once again come together in the latest released film ‘Mangalashtaka Once More’ directed by Sameer Joshi.
The film talks about the lifestyle of a young married couple Satyajit Phatak ( Swapnil Joshi) and Aarti ( Mukta Barve). While Satyajit Manages the Sales Department of a popular FM Radio Company, Aarati being an MBA prefers to be a housewife and take extra care of her husband. Already worried about the work pressure, Satyajit vents out his frustration on his over caring wife Aarti, who is always worried about his health. Suddenly reacting one day, Satyajit demands for his space and both of them get separated from each other; much against Aarti’s wish.
Being helpless, Aarti takes shelter at her younger sister- Reva’s ( Kadambari kadam) place, only to be reminded by her to be an independent woman. But, Aarti being a typical Bharatiya Naari, is not able to forget Satyajit, though she takes up a job. She tries to contact him and wants his friend Nikhil( Hemant Dhome) to help them bring them together. But, that doesn’t work, as Satyajit is shown more busy with his office work, only to create misunderstandings about his close relationship with his senior office colleague Shalini ( Sai Tamhankar) , who wants him to focus his attention on achieving business target. All is well at the end, to make everyone happy.
‘Mangalashtaka Once More’ offers quality entertainment through a subject, which is so relevant to today’s busy lifestyle. It describes the frustration of youngsters, while handling the work pressure in office and goes on to show how it affects their personal life. The film also shows how a happy marriage could turn into a disturbed married life for want of space, with unfolding of events, causing disturbance. Through the character of Reva, the film shows the other way of handling such situations and through the character of Shalini, it is shown how a woman gives importance to her career, sacrificing her personal life.
Best part of the film is its story written by the director himself, who knew his job very well, while directing all those important scenes. Be it the parting time between the couple, their reunion during the meeting in a coffee shop, Aaart’s communication with Reva while defending her husband and finally coming together of the couple in climax scene , after removing all the misunderstandings, between them.
Cinematographer Sanjay Jadhav has done a very good job once again after ‘Duniyadari’ with his wonderful camera work. Director Sameer Joshi makes a fine debut with his notable work. He seems to have received good support from producer Renu Desai, who has paid more attention on making this film technically perfect with selection of suitable locations, besides using well known playback singers and good music from Nilesh Mohrir.
Looking at the performances, Swapnil Joshi is at his best, displaying sudden change of his behaviour on different occasions with spontaneity. Mukta Barve has also shown her wonderful acting skills while expressing her emotions. Their chemistry has worked very well this time too, clearly indicating that they deserve to be together ‘Once More’, in another film in near future. Kadambari kadam has got a better role , though she plays Aarti’s younger sister. She seemed to be at ease while performing that role. Though the name of Saie Tamhankar appeared as friendly appearance, she has a sizable role and she perfectly fits into that character of career minded Sahlini. However, Hemant Dhome has very limited scope, though he has done his job well. Vijay Patwardhan is a waste in this film. But, others in the supporting cast have done a good job.
The film is very well presented in the first half and continues with the same pace immediately after interval. But, few scenes consume little more time than required. The final scene of their coming together has been wound up little hurriedly in a predictable manner. Barring this, the film is a pleasure to watch. It’s a neat and clean entertaining film for the entire family. The young couples shouldn’t miss it.
Mangalashtak Once More ( मंगलाष्टक वन्स मोअर )
Genres: Romantic, Drama
Rating: ★★★★
Censor: U
Duration: 130 min.
Studio/presenter: Shree Aadya Films
Producer(s): Renu Desai
Executive Producer: Sanjay Davara
Director: Sameer Hemant Joshi
Writer: Sameer Hemant Joshi
ScreenPlay: Sameer Hemant Joshi
Dialogues: Sameer Hemant Joshi
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Executive Producer: Sanjay Davara
Director: Sameer Hemant Joshi
Creative Director: Renu Desai
Writer: Sameer Hemant Joshi
ScreenPlay: Sameer Hemant Joshi
Dialogues: Sameer Hemant Joshi
Lyrics: Guru Thakur
Music: Nilesh Moharir
Playback Singer: na
Cinematographer (DOP): Sanjay Jadhav
Editor: Suchtra Sathe
Starcast: Swapnil Joshi, Mukta Barve, Kadambari Kadam, Vijay Patwardhan, Sai Tamhankar
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Sound : Manoj V. Mochemadkar
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‘Mangalashtak Once More’ : Marathi film ‘Mangalashtak Once More’ is a beautiful love story between a husband and wife who inspite of having many differences keep the love and faith going in their marriage…
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‘Lagna Pahave karun’ – Marriages are made in heaven; but, they survive on mutual understanding
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Rating: ★★★★
Studio: Solariz Internation, Sprint Art Creations Producer: Kiran Deshpande, Mohan Damle Music & Direction: Ajay Naik Screenplay: Kshitij Patwardhan , Sameer Vidawans Cast: Mukta Barve, Umesh Kamat, Siddharth Chandekar, Tejashree Pradhan, Swati Chitnis Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
Time is changing and so is the process of marriages. Love marriages are on the rise; but at the same time; people still have belief in arranged marriages. Now, whether it’s a love marriage or arranged marriage with proper horoscope matching; the cases of divorce are the same in both the cases. Taking up this timely issue, director Ajay Naik has presented his new Marathi film ‘Lagna Pahave Karun'; showing very tactfully, the happenings arising out of one such modern day arranged marriage.
Nishant ( Umesh Kamat) is a US returned youngster, who comes to India for his marriage; arranged by his mother with the help of a Marriage Bureau, run by a Professional lady ( Swati Chitnis), who provides all the help to her clients, right from matching horoscopes and bringing both the parties together. When Nishant meets his ‘would be’ wife, suggested by the marriage bureau, he tells her that he has lost his job and intends to work in India . However, the girl, who is more keen on moving to US, rejects his proposal.
Around the same time, Nishant comes across another smart girl Aditi ( Mukta Barve), who becomes friendly with him and suggests him to join her in a business of new style of Marriage bureau, where they decide to give ample scope to the Boy and girl, to understand each other before marriage. There is no horoscope involved in this procedure, as Umesh himself does not like the idea. But, they offer novel ideas to attract the forward thinking eligible youngsters. They start their office, exactly opposite the well established business of the professional lady.
Their first such pairing of Rahul ( Siddharth Chandekar) and Anandi ( Tejashree Pradhan) turns successful and they get married; bringing more and more clients to Nishant and Aditi. Out of jealousy, their business rival, dares to challenge them about the survival of this marriage; quoting the horoscope facts of the couple. Nishant, who does not believe in horoscope, accepts this challenge; but his partner Aditi gets worried, as her Grandfather( Jayant Savarkar) who knows about horoscope, also cautions her about the hurdles in the life of Rahul and Anandi.
Keeping the track of developments in the married life of Rahul and Anandi, both Nishant and Aditi come more closer to each other and one day Nishant proposes Aditi; who however keeps avoiding the topic, asking for time. With more interesting happenings to follow, the film reaches the stage, where both the couples are required to take a decision with mutual understanding. The remarkable climax has been shot well, keeping the argument open to the audience. Whether, matching of horoscopes is all that important to decide a successful marriage ?
Director Ajay Naik, who makes his debut as a director, through this film, has generated a lot of interest in the screenplay written by Kshitij Patwardhan. We have seen a film ‘Sanai Choughade’ on somewhat similar subject of match making, in the past; but, ‘Lagna Pahave Karun’ offers a variety, through its screenplay. The idea of arranging the first meeting of the couple in a dark room, is something unique. Rahul’s patience in understanding the problem of Anandi, goes on to show the maturity of one of the partners. Above all, the director has succeeded in keeping the audience guessing , till the end. His selection of artistes for the important characters is most appropriate.
Music is another plus point of the film, besides good photography at appropriate locations and perfectly designed costumes provided to all the important characters. The involvement of parents and other elderly characters has been kept minimum, except for the scope given to Jayant Savarkar and Swati Chitnis. Watch the parents of Rahul in 2-3 scenes of the film . Without a dialogue, their body language suggests everything.
In the role of Nishant, Umesh Kamat is very much at ease, giving a very natural performance. Mukta Barve impresses in the role of Aditi, with her spontaneity to different situations in the film. In the role of Anandi, Tejashree Pradhan has done a good job. She is remarkable in that scene, when she is shown communicating with her father over phone. Siddharth Chandkar steals the show in the role of Rahul. In fact, he had a very difficult role to play; but, the young actor has displayed his talent in those two important emotion filled scenes with a lot of commitment. So, it is not only the fine performances and good music( by Ajay Naik himself); but, the proper presentation of sequences, makes this film a worth watch.
‘Badam Rani Gulaam Chor’ – A film with a difference
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Banner: Manohaar Entertainment Producer: Shekhar Kulkarni, Ajit Bhure Director: Satish Rajwade Story: Dr. Vivek Bele Lyrics: Sandeep Khare Music: Dr. Saleel Kulkarni Cast: Upendra Limaye, Anand Ingle, Pushkar Shrotri, Mukta Barve, Dr. Mohan Agashe, Vinay Apte, Deepak Karanjikar and Sudhir Gadgil. Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
In the year 2007 Dr. Vivek Bele’s Marathi comedy play ‘Makadachya Hati Champagne’ directed by Girish Joshi won many popular awards for the best Marathi play. Now, Shekhar Kulkarni and Ajit Bhure have made a Marathi film, based on this popular play. Director Satish Rajwade has tried his best to present it in a cinematic form, using all his expertise. He has however retained the original story and the popular dialogues, instead of attempting something new.The film begins almost in the style of a play, when one of the three friends (Upendra Limaye) who runs his motor garage, summons his other two friends (Anand Ingale & Pushkar Shrotri) back home, only to give them a surprise; by inviting his new girlfriend home. One of them, who is a media person, rushes home from an important assignment, by handing over the responsibility to his subordinate and the other one, who is a college professor rushes home, by asking his colleague to take the class .
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The three friends have been living a bachelors’ life together in a bungalow and hence the arrival of a girl at their place, that too on an invitation of their close friend, is certainly a surprise for the remaining two friends. In comes Mukta Barve, wearing a mod dress and she impresses the other two friends. Then begins the introduction part, when she finds that all three of them are known with their pet names. But, she enjoys the humor in their names – Chaku (Upendra), Makad (Anand) and Pustak (Pushkar) respectively. So, she decides to introduce herself with her new name Pencil.
After Chaku leaves with Pencil, the other two friends have a common reason to pass comments at Chaku, suggesting that Chaku is not an ideal match for Pencil. According to them, she needed someone, who was well educated and sensible, as her life partner. When Chaku decides to celebrate the evening with a Champagne, the other two try to find out whether the girl really loved Chaku. When they find that nothing had progressed from marriage point of view, Pustak also stakes his claim for Pencil. When the situation goes out of control between Chaku and Pustak, Makad intervenes and suggests a way out. So, Chaku is given an option to propose Pencil first; so that Pustak could also make an attempt after him.
The film drags a bit with this limited content, till interval; when you find Pencil selecting Pustak as her life partner. But, their coming together, is not seen in good spirit by Makad, who uses all his manipulative overtures to instigate Chaku with his political mind. On his advice, Chaku becomes hopeful of winning the heart of Pencil back. Makad does succeed in splitting the couple; but, the climax is for a surprise.
Mukta Barve, Anand IngaleThe happenings in the life of three friends and the girl in their life, has successfully matched with the happenings at Political front, by showing the power game between two politicians (Vinay Apte and Deepak Karanjikar). The girl is compared with the public opinion, when it is noticed that the two rivals in a political party break up and later decide to join hands. The story does have something to convey to the audience; but it remains to be seen, how the movie audience would accept the same.
There isn’t much scope for music, but the background music is impressive. Director Satish rajwade has done a good job. But, he could have attempted something more. He hasn’t taken maximum liberties, as required in the cinematic format and has only tried to move with the original format. Only at two places, he used the effects well. It was to show the imagination of Chaku and the media clippings of the games played by two politicians in between the clashes among the friends. Don’t expect start to finish laughter in this film. As, it is an intelligent film, not deviating from the subject. Performances by all the artistes are good. There is equal scope for all four of them. Dr. Mohan Agashe and Sudhir Gadgil play news anchors and host of a TV channel, respectively. ‘Badam Rani Gulaam Chor’ is the kind of film for those who understand sensible cinema.