Trailer of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Tighee’ was released recently. This film filled with emotions presents three women comprising of a Mother and her two daughters. The tagline of this film ‘Aaicha Ghar Hazar Aathavani’ (आईचं घर, हजार आठवणी  –  Mother’s house, thousands of memories), says it all. This film stars Bharati Achrekar  in the role of Mother and Sonalee Kulkarni and Nehha Pendse-Bayas playing her two daughters.

 This film is produced by Nikhil Mahajan, Surhud Godbole, Swapnil Bhangale and Neha Pendse Bayas and is written and directed by Jeejivisha Kale. According to Jijivisha, “Love between Mother and daughter is beyond words. Love cannot be expressed, it is felt. And, sufferings don’t speak, they are understood. Through ‘Tighee’ we have presented those unspoken expressions and unseen emotions. This film will be released on 6^th March 2026.”

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Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Tighee’ produced by Shardul Singh Bayas, Neha Pendse Bayas, Nikhil Mahajan, Surhud Godbole and Swapnil Bhangale and directed by Jijivisha Kale will present the Journey of Woman’s mind. This film will be released during the next year on 6th March coinciding with Women’s day. This film presents the hidden emotions and memories in Mother- daughter relationship.

Director Jijivisha Kale has paid more attention on the perception of three women and their ideology of looking at life. The title roles of these three women will be played by versatile actress Bharati Achrekar along with talented actresses Neha Pendse Bayas and Sonalee Kulkarni. Through this film Shardul Singh Bayas, Neha Pendse Bayas and Nikhil Mahajan have once again come together, after producing sensible films like ‘June’ and ‘Godavari’ .

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Recently, On her birthday popular actress Neha Pendse was to surprise her fans with the announcement of her new Marathi film with the release of its poster. However, due to sad demise of renowned actor Vikram Gokhale the announcement has been postponed. Incidentally, Vikram Gokhale was also part of this film and therefore Neha has decided to dedicate this film to him.

This new film is produced by Shardul Singh Bayas, Neha Pendse and Nikhil Mahajan and is directed by Rohit Mittal. Story is written by Shripad Deshpande and Rohit Mittal and very soon the name of the film will be disclosed. Speaking on the occasion of her birthday, Neha made this statement while thanking her friends and well wishers for their good wishes. She regretted her inability to make announcement of her film’s name on this day, as she felt that it was not a good time, due to sad demise of Vikram Gokhale, which was a big loss to the film industry.

Co producer Nikhil Mahajan also supported this decision and was all praise for Neha Pendse and her work, having worked with her in the film ‘June’. She is a passionate actress anda finest producer. He said that even with Vikram Sir, he worked in ‘Gadavari’ and even in this film, which was to be announced. And therefore, they were dedicating this film to him.

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On the occasion of Father’’s day, the entire team of forthcoming Marathi film ‘June’ has paid unique tribute in the form of a song on ‘‘Father’ which is a reprise version of a song titled ‘Baba’ from this film. This song has been penned by Nikhil Mahajan on the music of Shalmalee Kholgade and rendered by Anandi Joshi. For the reprised version, this song has received support from Anandi Joshi , Neha Pendse Bias, Shalmalee, Resham Srivardhan, and group of common friends comprising of Amruta Khanvilkar, Priya Bapat, Girija Oak Godbole, Mrunmayee Godbole, Parna Pethe, Gaura Nalawade &  Sanskruti Balgude .

Speaking on this occasion Music director of this film Shalmalee said, “We don’t give as much of importance to our Fathers, which they actually deserve. This particular song ‘Baba’ in the film is a solo female track very well rendered by Anandi. Whenever I listen to this song , I get emotional. I am sure, even the audience will experience the same.” While the leading lady of this film Neha Pendse Bias feels ,  “ All the relevant things like Sincerity, hard work, honesty, ethics in my progress, I have acquired from my father and I am grateful to him.

‘June’ starring Neha Pendse Bias, Siddharth Menon, Kiran Karmarkar, Resham Srivardhan, Nilesh Divekar in lead roles, is due for release soon

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Planet Marathi’s first Web Film ‘June’ will be the debut of Shalmalee Kholgade as a music director and therefore all eyes were on the release of film’s music. Now, the four songs of this film have been released on social media, giving a glimpse of her music. Shalmalee is all excited about her new journey. “I always like to experiment new things and therefore I am confident that my well wishers would appreciate my work as a music director , the way they appreciated me as a singer.” She said.

Shalmalee is thankful to her entire team while composing the four songs in different moods. The lyrics of Nikhil Mahajan and Jitendra Joshi have added the required flavour to these songs. Planet Marathi’s Akshay Bardapurkar is all praise for the songs in this film . He is more happy that this film has found a right platform at the national and international film festivals, because of the positive outlook presented through this film’s story. Starring Neha Pendse Bias, Siddharth Menon, Kiran Karmarkar, Resham Srivardhan & Nilesh Divekar this film will be soon released on OTT platform.

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Directed by Surhud Godbole and Vaibhav Khisti and written by Nikhil Mahajan, music of this film is composed by Singer turned Music director Shalmalee Kholgade, who is making her debut as music director through this film. Lyrics are penned by Jitendra Joshi, while this film is produced by Shardul Singh Bayas, Neha Pendse Bayas, Nikhil Mahajan & Pawan Malu.

Trailer of this film has been released today on the official website of Planet Marathi. ‘June’ was already selected at the 51st IFFI in Indian Panorama section. Now, this film has also been selected at the Pune & Kerala film festivals besides prestigious New York film festival.

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Biography / Profile:

Born : 29 November
Occupation : Actress

Neha Pendse came into limelight especially after her appearance in TV serial ‘Bhagyalakshmi’ in which she plays the title role; but she became more popular among Marathi audience with her dancing skills through Zee Marathi’s favourite programme ‘Ekapeksha Ek- Apsara Aali’. Not many were aware about her entry into Marathi films through ‘Agnidivya’ for which she received a state award and the recently released film ‘Karuya Udyachi Baat’ which won Green award from USA.

• Filmography:

• Movie(s)
• Marathi Movies
• 35% Katthavar Pass (2016)
• Natasamrat (2016)
• Balkadu (2015)
• A Rainy Day (2014)
• Dusari Goshta (2014)
• Premasathi Coming Suun (2014)
• Bol Baby Bol (2014)
• Hu Tu Tu (2014)
• Anumati (2013)
• Touring Talkies (2013)
• Trinetra (2009)
• Agnidivya (2009)
• Karuya Udyachi Baat
• Hindi Movies
• Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji (2011)
• Tum Se Achcha Kaun Hai (2002)
• Devdas (2002)
• Serial(s)
• Bigg Boss 12 (Colors)
• Radha Hee Bawaree (Zee Marathi)
• Ekapeksha Ek – Apsara Ali (Zee Marathi)
• May I come in Madam? (Life Ok)
• Bhagyalakshmi
• PimpalPaan
• Play(s)
• Lagnachi Bedi

Award(s):

Interview(s):

Neha Pendse – talent unlimited

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Rating: ★★★ ½
Studio/presenter: Zee Studios, Great Maratha Entertainment
Producer: Vishwas Joshi, Nana Patekar
Director: Mahesh Vaman Manjrekar
Original Playwright: V. V. Shirwadkar
Writer: Kiran Yadnyopavit, Abhijeet Deshpande
Lyrics: Kusumagraj, Guru Thakur
Music: Ajit Parab
Cinematographer (DOP): Ajith Reddy
Genres: Drama
Censor: U
Duration: 130 Min.
Cast: Nana Patekar, Vikram Gokhale, Jitendra Joshi, Sandeep Pathak, Mrunmayee Deshpande, Sunil Barve, Medha Manjrekar, Ajit Parab, Neha Pendse, Jayant WadkarMovie Review by: Ulhas Shirke

V. V. Shirwadkar alias Kusumagraj was a  well known Marathi Poet and writer, who  was influenced by Shakespeare, Othello, Hamlet, Macbeth, Tolstoy in his writings. So, when he wrote his Marathi play ‘Natsamrat’‘, it was based on Shakespeare’s tragedy ‘King Lear’.  ‘Natasamraat’ was staged for many years with record number of shows and well known actors like Dr. Shreeram Lagoo, Yashwant Dutt, Datta Bhat and others, have performed the central character of Ganpatrao Belvalkar successfully. But, the one performed by Dr. Shreeram Lagoo, is still fresh in the memory of those, who saw his great performance.

Now, director Mahesh Manjrekar has presented the cinematic version of this popular play, in his own way, with Nana Patekar playing the central character of Ganpatrao alias Appasaheb Belvalkar . And, in addition to his  family members comprising of wife kaveri (Medha Manjrekar), Son (Ajit Parab), daughter in law (Neha Pendse), grand daughter ( Pranjal Parab), daughter ( Mrunmayee Deshpande), son in law ( Sunil Barve), he has introduced a new character of Rambhau, played by versatile actor Vikram Gokhale, as his close friend. In  the process, he has extended his screenplay, with some witty conversations, taking place between the two friends, whenever they meet, over the session of drinks.

In this film, the director has paid more attention on the home affairs of Ganpatrao, after his retirement, on receiving the highest honour of ‘NatSamrat’. In the process, the film has turned more into a family melodrama rather than a monologue, reminding you of some happenings  from  bollywood films  like ‘Baghban’, ‘jaisi karni Vaisi Bharni’, ‘Avtaar’ and few others.  In ‘Natasamrat’, Ganpatrao played by Nana Patekar  faces insults, first from his daughter in law, which forces him to leave his  own house, along with his wife Kaveri. But, before that Ganpatrao has committed a biggest mistake in his life, i.e. by  transferring all his assets in the name of his son and daughter. Ganpatrao being close to his daughter, is offered shelter by her and his son in law, in their house.

But, when the daughter alleges her own father for stealing her money, Ganpatrao and his wife quietly leave their house during the midnight hours of heavy rains, for onward journey to their native place. But, on the way, during a halt, Kaveri , who is already suffering from fever, passes away during her sleep. This brings Ganpatrao literally on the roads, as the person, who steals his bag, later offers him shelter under the bridge along with his small family. Though he is traced by his son and daughter, in an old drama theatre which is gutted in fire; Ganpatrao refuses to go with them and performs one last scene from his play , to conclude this film with its tragic end.

This film entirely belongs to actor Nana Patekar , who has played his role with total conviction. This is a lifetime role for a  complete actor in him. In short, ‘Natasamraat’ has brought out  the best out of Nana Patekar . But, this would not have been possible for him , without the support of Medha Manjrekar, who has given a wonderful performance as his co star Kaveri in this film. Medha has performed a role, which is more than her age; but, with her expressive face and good make up by Vikram Gaikwad, she was able to give her best. Another good performance, comes from young Mrunmayee Deshpande, who has done those two big emotion filled scenes, opposite senior experienced actor like Nana Patekar, exceptionally well.  There was no doubt about the ability of Vikram Gokhale, as he perfectly fitted into the witty character of Rambhau. The director has rightly taken close up scenes on him, to exploit his spontaneous facial expressions.  Among others in the supporting cast, good performances also come from Sunil Barve, Ajit Parab, Neha Pendse, Nilesh Divekar, Sarang Sathe , Jaywant Wadkar, little Pranjal Parab and others. But, Savita Malpekar and Vidyatai Patwardhan are just namesake in this film.  On location sound used by by Srikant kamble, art direction by Eknath kadam, cinematography by Ajith Reddy  and background score by Ajit Parab are the other plus points of this film.

This film, which presents the story of 70s era, does not actually relate to the changing lifestyle of today’s nuclear family system. So, it remains to be seen, how it appeals to today’s new generation. Moreover, today’s senior citizens have many other options after retirement. But, the central character of this film, being an actor, certainly sends a strong message to all those , for not committing the mistake done by Ganpatrao in this film. The film is technically very well presented and hence stands a chance of  inviting the attention of maximum film lovers. A worth watch, for the entire family together.

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Rating: ★★★
Genres: Drama
Censor: U/A
Duration: 124 Min.
Studio/presenter: Maratha Entertainment, Sanjay Raut
Producers: Swapna Patkar
Director: Atul Kale
Screenplay: Ganesh Pandit, Ambar Hadap
Director of Photography:  Ajit Reddy
Editor: Ashish Mhatre, Apurva Motiwale
Cast: Umesh Kamat, Neha Pendse, Prasad Oak, Anand Ingale, Tiku Talsania, Bhau Kadam , Sharad Ponkshe, Pushkar Shrotri
Movie Review by: Keertikumar Kadam

Presented by Sanjay Raut and produced under the banner Royal Maratha Entertainment the new released Marathi film ‘Balkadu‘ is produced by Swapna Patkar and directed by Atul Kale. This film is inspired from one of the most charismatic socio-political persona of recent times, late Balasaheb Thackeray.

Balkadu’s story is about a simple and straightforward Balkrishna Patil, a young history teacher in a school, possessing special ability to hear voices of great historical figures like Nehru, Shastri, Savarkar, Subhash Chandra Bose and Balasaheb Thackeray. Balakrishna, who originally resided in a Lalbaugh chawl, had to shift his residence to Nalasopara during his childhood. After many years, he meets his close childhood friend Sai Bawdekar (Neha Pendse).

When he shares his thoughts with Sai, she understands him and supports him, in his every action. besides She helps him to do a part time job as a dubbing artist in Marathi, in her history channel, where she works as EP. After seeking help from a psychologist, the voices Balakrishna hears, vanish but one voice clings onto him, i.e. Balasaheb’s voice. How a simpleton, who turns into an angry young man, for betterment of local people, is the story of the film.

In the film, Director has tried to do a sincere job, he has smartly used Balasaheb’s voice-over, to create the impact in certain scenes. Balasaheb’s interactive dialogues with the lead actor, are well crafted and make an interesting watch. The ‘cartoon’ aspect is also creatively used. There is a lot to be desired in screenplay department (Ganesh Pandit, Ambar Hadap) which seems disjointed. In fact, it starts with a promise of a good screenplay, but goes wayward towards the latter half. It has become unnecessarily lengthy and preachy towards the end. Aman Vidhate’s art direction is satisfactory and so is music (Ajit-Samir), though the ‘Powada’ is very good. Avadhoot Gupte’s song is very well used in background. The costumes are satisfactory, but Neha Pendse‘s costumes are more impressive and stand out.

The saving grace of Balkadu are the dialogues and performances. Especially, the Dialogues are fabulous . They have the required punch and comic punches, which are smartly interlaced. Umesh Kamat has come out of his comfort zone and has essayed the lead role with conviction. He scores points in wittiness and subtle timing. Neha Pendse does what was expected of her and looks ravishingly stunning, on screen. Prasad Oak carries a negative shade reasonably well. Rest of the cast, Anand Ingale, Tiku Talsania, Bhau Kadam , Sharad Ponkshe, Pushkar Shrotri lend good support. Supriya Pathare as mother, steals the show with her comic timing used in simple situations.

‘Balkadu’ is a must watch for Balasaheb’s followers scattered all over Maharashtra. Others may like it watch it, for good performances.

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‘Balkadu’ music launched in a big way 
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