‘Dhating Dhingana’ offers old wine in a new bottle
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Rating: ★★ ½
Studio: Aaditya Production Producer: Aditya Dadhe Director: Mandar Devasthali Music: Ajay Atul Cinematography: Sanjay Jadhav Cast: Prasad Oak, Ankush Chowdhary Atul Parchure, Shweta Shinde, Aditi Sarandhar, Neelam Shirke, Anand Abhyankar, Arun Nalavade, Vandana Gupte, Smita Talwalkar, Uday Sabnis, Digamber Naik, Vidhyadhar Joshi, Suni Godse Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
At a time when Marathi films are going for a change, with new subjects; some film makers still believe in following the traditional track of comedy, with nothing new to offer. There is no doubt that Feature films are a form of entertainment. But, the entertainment aspect should have such content which should keep the audience engaged from start to finish. Simply forming a big team of artistes and making them perform the scenes without the support of well presented screenplay, does not necessarily receive appreciation from the audience. Latest released film ‘Dhating Dhingana’ is one such film, which moves pointless; with foolish acts well suited to the title of the film; performed in rotation by different characters of the film.
Rahul( Ankush Choudhary) who is the most eligible bachelor, reads Superman Comic books and dreams of marrying a Girl, whose life is filled with adventures. His mother Snehal ( Vandana Gupte) wants him to marry her old friend Colonel’s (Late Anand Abhyankar’s) fashionable daughter Gauri( Aditi Saragdhar), who too is looking forward to marry a dashing young man.
So, to make his mother happy, Rahul calls Gauri over phone and asks her to come dressed up in modern clothes at a temple campus; so as to enable both of them to identify each other in a thrilling manner. But, Rahul mistakes Nisha, a pick pocket; for Gauri and Gauri is mistaken to be his relative by Devaa( Prasad Oak), who comes to Pune from Alibaug for a job in a bank .At the same time, Inspector Rasal( Atul Parchure) and his lady assistant inspector ( Shweta Shinde) are on a mission to arrest a gangster( Uday Sabnis) , who is expected to visit a bank, to deposit the stolen diamonds in the Bank’s locker.
It is almost at the same time a gang of Five short men plan to rob the bank. So, we find all the characters assembled inside the ABC bank. The gang of short men dressed up like Schoolboys enter the bank and manage to steal the money at Gunpoint; while the Police Inspector and his assistant are on duty outside the bank. Nisha manages to capture the bag from the Gangster almost around the same time and she flees along with Devaa; while Rahul is left in the company of Gauri. But, the Gangster lays a trap as witnessed in the old Bollywood films. Finally, they all unite together at Alibaug with the help of Police, to stop the Gang of short men and the Lamboo gang led by a Gangster, from running away to Dubai.
The film begins well, indicating that it would be a fantasy. But, as it progresses; the audience is subjected with foolish acts of different characters; which hardly make you laugh. Film literally drags till interval. The script is weak, especially in screenplay and dialogues. Mandar Deosthali’s direction is not impressive enough to create the desired humour, expected by sensible film lovers from him. Perhaps, the kids may enjoy some of the scenes.
The characters played by Vandana Gupte, Smita Talwalkar, Arun Nalawade, Vidyadhar Joshi, Savita Malpekar, Anand Abhyankar and Digambar Naik are just name sake in the film. The last two artistes are with their mask on, in the limited roles to their share. There were big expectations from Music directors Ajay Atul. But, there are just two songs; one of which is a Group performance, suited for title music at the end; but used at a wrong place.
The performances of Ankush Choudhary, Prasad Oak, Aditi Sarangdhar, Neelam Shirke, Atul Parchure and Shweta Shinde are satisfying; but, it gives an impression that they were performing on stage. Moreover, the film’s shooting seems to have taken place at least 3 to 4 years ago. The preparations for Commonwealth games in Pune is clearly noticed with proper upkeep of roads and the banners which are captured by Sanjay Jadhav’s neat and clean cinematography. Incidentally, Sanjay has also played a small cameo in this film. ‘Dhating Dhingana’ offers nothing different; but a typical situation based average comedy; in the form of old wine in a new bottle.
‘Pratisaad- The Response’ holds on to the truth
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Rating: na
Producers: Dr. Vijaysinha Amarsinha Nikam Co-Producers: Dr. Suchitra Nikam, Dr. Manish Nikam Ex-Producers: Y. D. G. Films ( Amey Lagwankar ) Director: Yogesh Dattataraya Gosavi Concept: Dr. Amarsinha Nikam Screenplay: Gautam – Tejas Music: Rohit Nagbhide Cast: Sandeep Kulkarni, Kishore Kadam, Neelam Shirke, Anand Alkunte, Siddheshwar Zadbuke, Jayant Savarkar, Suneel Tawade, Pragati Joshi, Nlilambari, Pratibha Date… Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
‘The tongue has no bone and it wiggles more against the celebrities than the common man.’ The more you are popular and a celebrity, you are bound to be targeted by your opponents by way of criticism. This is a common observation and the success of homeopathy treatment and their practicing doctors are no exception to such controversies.
Today, Marathi films are coming up with new ideas based on realities in life and the audience is ready for it. ‘Pratisaad-The Response’ the latest released film has come out with a revolutionary theme, which has been converted into a full length feature film by director Yogesh Dattatray Gosavi. In fact, it is the first film in the world on the backdrop of Homeopathy treatment and its success. Moreover, the film is based on a real life story of practicing Homeopath – Dr. Vijaysinha Amarsinha Nikam, who is also the producer of this film.
In the film, Dr. Aditya ( Sandeep Kulkarni) , a leading Homeopathy practitioner with his full fledged hospital, is challenged by a phone call in the midst of a live TV interview series. The caller – Sarjerao (Kishore Kadam) accuses him of using fraudulent means of treatment and the TV host on the suggestion of his Programme producer, flares up the issue by asking Dr. Aditya to react on the media reports quoting Homeopathy as ‘fake science’. Needless to say that the media furore follows, giving a new twist to this debate for higher TRP’s..
The law soon steps in and you find a Police officer investigating the case, on a complaint received from Sarjerao. In comes Ms. Renu( Neelam Shirke) posing herself as Journalist and she too carries her investigation, much to the satisfaction of the doctor, who at that point is feeling dejected by such allegations, in spite of his sincerity to his profession. His motivation at that stage is also his better half (Nilambari) who keeps on reminding him that ‘Truth always wins’. Finally, Dr. Aditya wins his battle, when Ms. Renu reveals the truth in a climax, during the second part of the live TV show.
The overall effort of the director to present this theme has been good. Very cleverly, he has tried to focus on the Doctor-Patient relationship i.e. more than treating the disease, the medicine treats the patient. The screenplay also highlights the role played by a committed doctor to convince effectively the close relative of the patient and that is the real strength of the film. After all, it is the attitude of the patient’s relatives that is to be handled well. However, in this film, in spite of his best efforts, the doctor fails to convince an adamant Sarjerao, for obvious reasons, which are disclosed at the end of the film.
‘Pratisaad-the Response’ is a path breaking film, which not only creates awareness about the treatment of Homeopathy but also goes beyond the traditional therapy, revealing certain facts. Sandeep Kulkarni as Dr. Aditya is very impressive. Watching his emotions in that climax scene at the TV studio, while admitting how much of faith his wife had in him, clearly proves his class. Kishore Kadam, another talented actor has supported him well in the role of Sarjero. Neelam Shirke as Ms. Renu, does an excellent job, with a good support coming from other artistes. All the hospital scenes have been captured well. One background song has been used at the appropriate place. Editing work is satisfactory. Photography is good, but there are too many close ups in the film and those repeatedly used are of the male TV host for no particular reason. Barring that lapse, the film is well presented with the hope of getting international recognition for dealing effectively with an universal theme.
Two new serials on E-TV Marathi
Two new Serials ‘Tuzhe Mazhe Jamena, Tuzhya Vachun Karmena’ -a new sit-com and ‘Kasturi’ – an emotional drama, are scheduled for 28 December 2009 from Monday to Friday at 9.30 pm and 10 pm respectively, on E-TV Marathi.
‘Tuzhe Mazhe Jamena….’ is about the sister-in- law and the ‘bahu’ of a family and their amusing
‘Nok-Jhonk’. It is also about two soldierly neighboring families, namely Retd.Major Ranvir Singh Mohite Patil and Advocate Sridhar Kulkarni whose siblings fall in love with each other which leads to many funny situations. This situational comedy stars Resham Tipnis and Neelam Shirke in lead roles along with Anand Ingle, Neelam Kulkarni, Kishori Ambiye, Supriya Vinod, Vijay Gokhale and Girish Salvi. This ‘Logical Thinkers’ production is produced by Sanjay Kolhe and directed by Rajesh Deshpande.
The other show ‘Kasturi’ is about a girl from a rich family in search of her identity in the world of superstitions and rituals,who gets married to a rich industrialist from Sangli and from hereon starts her journey. The show exposes the plight of girl child who are being killed at birth by insensitive parents. This show is produced by editor-producer Vidyadhar Pathare and Iris Productions and directed by Kartik Kendhe. The serial stars Sai Ranade in the lead role along with Harshada Khanwilkar, Amita Khopkar, Ashutosh Kulkarni, Rajan Bhise, Sharad Ponkshe, and writer Chinmay Mandlekar.
Gracy Sing in Marathi film!
Actors Milind Gawli and Neelam Shirke launched their first production ‘Model! Pan Vaknar Nahi’ at Kohinoor Hotel, Prabhadevi recently. The film made under the banner of ‘Mithaswami Creations’ and ‘Siddhi Film Creations’. The mahurat was performed at the hands of veteran artiste Sulochanadidi at the Siddhivinayak Mandir. The film is directed by actor Milind Gawli and stars Milind Gawli, Neelam Shirke, Mohan Joshi, Anand Abhyankar, Savita Malpekar, Chetan Dalvi, Suhas Bhalekar, etc and Hindi Heroine Gracy Singh in an important role. The film is produced by Sunil Atkari, Haresh Mehta, Sanjay Date, Dr. Mahendra Shinde,. The film is written by Raghunandan Barve.
At the glittering function eminent guests like choreographer Subal Sarkar who “praised the hardworking Milind and the pains he took to learn dance from Subalda’. Sulochanadidi blessed the entire cast and crew of the film . Suhas Bhalekar warned ‘Milind and Neelam’ to be careful of unwarranted problems during the making of the film”. Milind Gawli said that “It was the dream of his mother to make a film but she was not here to witness her dream coming true”.
Neelam thanked all those present and her friends like Sulekha Talwalkar, Charusheela Sable, Meena Naik, for gracing the event. Actor Sameera Gurjar anchored the event. The film goes on the floor in November and will be shot in Mumbai, Sholapur, Kolhapur, etc.