“One should join a profession, where there is 100% work satisfaction” – Sachin Suresh
Today, we are watching him as Suhas, the husband of whimsical and adamant woman Priya, in Zee Marathi’s marathon serial ‘Tu tithe Mee’. Sachin Suresh, who plays this role of Suhas, is not new to Marathi serials; as he has earlier appeared in many popular serials like ‘Abhalmaya’, ‘Pimplepaan’, ‘Tujhe Ni Majhe Ghar Shrimantache’, ‘Gangubai’, ‘Oon Paus’, ‘Hya Gojirvanya Gharat’, Char Chaughi’, ‘Bhagyavidhata’, ‘Bhairoba’ and few others. But, through ‘Tu tithe Mee’, he has established his identity as a young TV star.
Sachin Suresh, began his relationship with Marathi stage, with his association through ‘Awishkar Group’, when he assisted Veteran Arun kakade and writer- director Chetan Datar in their plays. Earlier, during his college days, he was associated with Vishwas Sohni. Having gained considerable experience backstage, it was not difficult for Sachin to take a crucial decision of joining this field full time, as a career.
Marathi Movie world, spoke to this talented actor, to know more about his acting career.
Q: Was it a difficult decision to opt for acting career ?
A: Not at all. But, like any Maharashtrian youngster, after completing my college, I too took up a job and was simultaneously associated with stage, during my free time. Being a merit holder in Software Engineering, I also took up a job in a bank. But, I could not focus on my job. So, I decided to quit the job and joined full time, with Awishkar group. Though my parents opposed initially, I had made up my mind. I feel that one should join a profession, where there is 100% work satisfaction.
Q: So, it was a risk you took in your life.
A: Yes, there was a risk. But, my self confidence enabled me to take up challenges. But, I would certainly like to mention few names like Mr. Hemant Deodhar and Rajeev Sawant, whom I treat my gurus, in this profession.
Q: You are also associated with your other hobbies. Isn’t it ?
A: Yes, in the past, I played radio jockey for Worldspace Satellite Radio, almost for three years. I used to work for 4 hours day. But, for this, I had to do a lot of reading. I also worked as a dubbing artiste. Till now, I have done dubbing for about 80 Marathi films.
Q: So, what are your present hobbies, besides acting?
A: At present, I am on the job of transcription of an English film into Marathi. Similarly, a job of Tamil transcription into Marathi. As an Anchor, I am presenting a musical programme of talented blind people ‘Akhiyon Ke Jharokonse’. Please do watch this programme and encourage this talented group.
Q: You have assisted many well known directors in their projects. Don’t you feel like directing a project independently ?
A: Yes, having worked as an assistant to some reputed directors, I have gained considerable experience. Surely, I look forward to such an opportunity in near future.
Q: Haven’t you tried your luck at Hindi or Marathi films?
A: Frankly speaking, I don’t even know when and where such auditions are held. I am so busy and committed to work in hand. I also keep myself away from parties. I have no bad habits like smoking or drinking. Whatever work comes to me, I do it sincerely.
Mitalee Scores at the National level
The 58th National Awards have just been announced and we found many Marathi films and Marathi artistes among the award winners in different categories. Some of them did expect the awards, but for some of them the prestigious award was unexpected. This happened in the case of Mitalee Jagtap Varadkar, the leading lady of Marathi film ‘Babu Band Bajaa’, who went on to win the National Award for best actress in Indian cinema.
Mitalee Jagtap
The film ‘Babu Band Bajaa’ which also won an award in a special category, had made its mark earlier at the Pune International film festival, when the Jury had acclaimed this film. Mitalee played a challenging role of a Mother in this film, who goes through hardship while bringing up her children.
Born in Nanded, Mitalee completed her school education through Sharda Mandir Girls High School and later acquired her degree in Arts from Vasantrao Naik College. Mitalee received good support from her family before entering this field of glamour. Her father being a writer, always supported her every move. With the blessings of her parents, Mitalee finally made up her mind to enter the filed of acting. But, it was not an easy decision. Not everyone is lucky to
attain success immediately and those who attain success quickly also come down with that speed.
Luckily for Mitalee, she had some experience of acting, having played as a child artiste while she was in 3rd standard, in the film ‘Devki’ and had also studied a course in Theatre Arts simultaneously while doing her degree course in college. She further learnt Bharat Natyam till she became technically perfect. This certainly came to her advantage. When Mitalee shifted to Mumbai, she joined a theatre Group ‘Ashwatha’ and performed at Prithvi Theatre, Mumbai, which is known for experimental plays. Thus began her acting career through stage.
Very soon, she got an opportunity to perform in Hindi TV serials like ‘Kkusum’, ‘Kalire’, ‘CID’, ‘Hakikat’, ‘Kagaar’ and later went on to perform in Marathi serials like ‘Aakash Peltana’, ‘Vadalvaat’, Tikala Te Political’, and ‘Pimplepaan’. She also performed in films like ‘Vitthal Vitthal’ and ‘Aag’. Mitalee married Cameraman Sandeep Varadkar and thus became Mitalee Varadkar. Thereafter she had taken a break, but with ‘Babu Band Bajaa’ she made a comeback with a bang, by winning this prestigious award at the national level.
Marathi Movie World congratulates this talented actress and wishes her a grand success in years to come.