’22 Maratha Battalion’ to highlight ‘Guerrilla Tactics’ of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
We are all aware that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was not only a great fighter, known for his bravery; but he adopted ‘Guerilla tactics’ to overcome his enemies. Forthcoming Marathi film ’22 Maratha Battalion’ will be highlighting all such Guerilla tactics used by Shivaji Maharaj during many memorable battles fought by him. Recently, poster of this film was released on social media, which has generated more interest among the film lovers about this film.
Produced by Rupesh Dinkar and Sanjay Baburao Pagare, written & directed by Prakash Janardan Pawar the screenplay and dialogues of this film are written by Nilesh Mahigaokar. This film stars a big team of popular artistes like Pravin Tarde, Prasad Oak, Ashok Samarth, Pushkar Jog, Somnath Avghade, Abhinay Berde, Utkarsh Shinde, Yash Dimble, Sapna Mane, Tisha Sanjay Pagare, Amruta Dhongde, Shivali Parab & Ayushree Pawar in lead roles. This film will be released in Marathi and Hindi languages
‘Gulkand’ teaser released on Valentine’s day
After making official announcement with release of poster of their film ‘Gulkand’ sometime back, now producers Sachin Goswami, Sachin Mote and Sanjay Chhabriya and director Sachin Goswami have released the teaser of this film on the occasion of Valentines’ day. The teaser of this film shows humor filled story of two couples Dhavale and Mane.
Teaser of this film also makes it clear that Sai Tamhankar has been paired with comedy King Sameer Chougule, who is playing a lead hero for the first time. Similarly Prasad Oak will be seen in lead role opposite Isha Dey. Besides these four artistes, this film also stars Vanita Kharat, Mandar Mandavkar, Jui Bhagwat,Tejas Raut, Sharvil Apte in important roles.
According to Sanjay Chhabriya, as ‘Gulkand’ has 10 benefits to offer; the 11th benefit is ‘happiness’. This much awaited film will be released on 1st May 2025
Hot and Sweet ‘Jilabi’ to be served on 17th January 2025
‘Jilebi’ Movie, Prasad Oak, Swapnil Joshi, Shivani Surve
We all love the taste of sweet n hot Jilabis . So, get ready to taste the ‘Jilabi’ offered by Anand Pandit Motion Pictures, which will be served to the audience on 17th January 2025. This entertaining recipe is prepared by Prasad Oak, Swapnil Joshi, Shivani Surve who came together for the first time. These lead artistes also have in their team other talented artistes like Parn Pethe, Ganesh Yadav, Pranav Raorane, Ashwini Chavare and Priyanka Bhattacharya.
Directed by Nitin Kamble, recently the poster of this film was released. Producer Anand Pandit who has offered variety of films in the past. Through this film he and the director of this film have promised a big form of entertainment. With story-screenplay and dialogues by Macchindra Bugade, the cinematography of this film is by Ganesh Utekar. Art direction is by Kaushal Singh while Rahul V Dube is the creative director of this film.
With its unique recipe ‘Gulkand’ can be tasted on 1st May 2025
The Producers of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Gulkand’ Sachin Goswami, Sachin Mote and Sanjay Chhabriya have announced the release date of their film on social media. This film with its unique recipe can be tasted by film lovers on 1st May 2025. Written by Sachin Mote and directed by Sachin Goswami, this comedy family entertainer stars Sai Tamhankar, Samir Chougule, Isha Dey, Prasad Oak, Vanita Kharat, Mandar Mandavkar, Jui Bhagwat, Tejas Raut and Sarvil Apte in lead roles.
The title of this film has already generated a lot of curiosity among film lovers. According to Director Sachin Goswami, “Having worked with all the artistes before, there is a strong bonding amongst us and this chemistry can be witnessed in this film. This film is a family entertainer and I am sure the audience will love the taste of this ‘Gulkand'”
‘Dharmaveer 2′ premiered on Zee5 on 25th Oct
‘Dharmaveer 2′ Mukkam Post Thane’ directed by Praveen Tarde is now all set to release on Zee 5 OTT platform soon. Directed by Praveen Tarde, this film which is a biopic on Dharmaveer Anand Dighe covered part of his life in Part 1 of Dharmaveer film. Now, in Part 2 the film presents his close association with the present Chief Minister of Maharashtra Mr. Eknath Shinde and their selfless service to the society together.
We saw Prasad Oak in the role of Dharmaveer Anand Dighe and he continues with his dashing performance in part 2 along with Kshitij Date who plays the role of Mr. Eknath Shinde. So, after attaining success with their ‘Dharmaveer Part 1′ now Zee5 have released ‘Dharmaveer 2′ on their OTT platform.
Speaking about his role in this film, lead actor Prasad Oak says, “It was a big challenge before me, to portray the character of Anand Dighe sahib and while performing that character, I enjoyed every moment.” Indeed, both Prasad and Kshitij have performed their respective roles, with total commitment.
Prasad Oak, Amruta Khanvilkar win Fakt Marathi Cine sanman
Popular artistes Prasad Oak and Amruta Khanvilkar have been conferred with Fakt Marathi Cine sanman recently by the Fakta Marathi Entertainment Channel. Both these artistes were nominated along with other versatile artistes in the Best actor and Best actress category, but both of them have emerged winners, when their names were announced at a Special ceremony held at The Club, Andheri. Prasad received the honours for his performance in the film ‘Dharmaveer’, while Amruta received the same for her performance in the film ‘Chandramukhi’.
Film ‘Dharmaveer’ also won two more awards for Best film and best direction ( Praveen Tarde). Renowned Make Up man Vidyadhar Bhatte was felicitated on this occasion for his contribution in this field. Music director duo Ajay Atul, Veteran Actor Ashok Saraf was conferred with Special award and popular actress Sonalee Kulkarni was presented with Vicco Popular Face of the Year award. This being the first year of Fakta Sanmaan, there were entertaining presentations, including dance performances by Sonalee Kulkarni, Kishori Shahane and Varsha Usgaonkar. The telecast of this programme will take place on Fakta Marathi channel soon.
Well presented ‘Dharmaveer’ now available on Zee 5
Marathi film ‘Dharmaveer’ which celebrates 50th day of its release, is now available on Zee 5 OTT platform. A well presented film by director Pravin Tarde ,‘Dharmaveer‘ focusses more on the ideology of dynamic Shiv Sena leader from Thane Late Anand Dighe and actor Prasad Oak has done full justice to this character of a revolutionary leader, with his wonderful performance. But, more than that director Pravin Tarde has cleverly made this two hours 50 minutes long film interesting, with action filled sequences supported by some attention grabbing emotion filled moments.
The Character of the present chief minister of Maharashtra Mr. Eknath Shinde has lot of prominence in this film, as he is shown as the most trusted man of Anand Dighe. The focus is more on the present day happening where the character of Mr. Eknath Shinde as Minister played by Kshitij Date walks in for the 20th death anniversary event of his mentor Late Anand Dighe, which is being covered by a female Journalist . She has very little knowledge about Mr. Anand Dighe through Google search and is briefed by a local Auto Rickshaw driver and his narration about Dharmaveer Anand Dighe takes you in flashback.
Technically it is a well made film with perfect editing work by Mayur Hardas and excellent cinematography by Kedar Gaikwad. Many renowned Marathi artistes like Mohan Joshi, Abhijit Khandkekar, Mangesh Desai have appeared in small but important roles in this film. At the same time Kshitij Date, Shruti Marathe, Makarand Padhye, Vijay Nikam, Snehal Tarde and others have supported well through their respective important characters. ‘Dharmaveer’ is certainly a worth watch film, to understand the rise of Shiv Sena in Maharashtra politics with the help of such a dedicated leader from Thane and his trusted team members.
Trailer of ‘Dharmaveer’ unveiled by CM Uddhav Thackeray in Mumbai
Trailer of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Dharmaveer Mu. Po. Thane ( धर्मवीर मुक्काम पोस्ट ठाणे)‘ was unveiled in Mumbai in presence of Chief Minister of Maharashtra Mr. Uddhav Thackeray as chief guest , artistes of the film and other dignitaries including actor Salman Khan as special guest of honour. Lead actor of the film Prasad Oak who is playing the title role, appeared on the dais in the get up of Anand Dighe, on whose life this film has been made.
Speaking on this occasion Prasad Oak said, “I consider myself fortunate to play the character of a person who worked tirelessly for the people. The compliments I have received from people so far is encouraging. I have done my best to portray his character.” Mr. Uddhav Thackeray recalled his personal association with Anand Dighe during a tour. “I have seen his working style, forgetting food and water for 24 hours at a stretch. He died at the age of 50 years, but he lived a full life. So much he was involved with his work,” said the chief minister.
Amruta Khanvilkar and Prajakta Mali come face to face in ‘Chandramukhi’
Marathi film ‘Chandramukhi (चंद्रमुखी)’ which is all set for release on 29th April is the topic of discussion among Marathi film lovers, as the promotion of this film has already impressed them. Now, the fresh talk is about the Lavani in this film, which is pictured on Amruta Khanvilkar and Prajakta Mali, who have come face to face for this musical jugalbandi.
This Lavani has lyrics by Guru Thakur with music composed by Ajay Atul. Singers like Madhura Datar, Priyanka Barve and Vishwajeet Borwankar have rendered their voices for this Lavani with choreography by Deepali Vichare. Speaking about the different forms of Lavanis in this film, director Prasad Oak says, “ We have tried to offer this traditional form of dance in different ways through this film.”
Written by Chinmay Mandlekar and produced by Akshay Bardapurkar, Planet Marathi and Golden Resho films , this film stars Amruta Khanvilkar, Adinath Kothare, Mrunmayee Deshpande, Dr. Mohan Agashe, Rajendra Shisatkar, Sameer Chougule, Ashok Shinde, Neha Dandale, Radha Sagar and others . Cinematography is by Sanjay Memane
‘Dharmaveer’ music released in a grand way
Zee Studios along with Producer Mangesh Desai and director Praveen Tarde released the music of their film ‘Dharmaveer- Mukkam Post Thane’ in a grand way in Mumbai. The film is a biopic on the life of popular Shiv Sena leader from Thane Late. Anand Dighe. Present on the occasion were all artistes of the film, when Minister of Maharashtra Mr. Eknath Shinde, who was very close to Mr. Anand Dighe was present as a chief guest.
Prasad Oak, who is playing the title role in this film spoke about his experience in this film. He said, “In the teaser of this film, I was highly impressed by an important dialogue which states that all politicians are not the same. There are exceptions like Anand Dighe. I am glad that after working in 95 films, I had this opportunity to play the lead role of this type.”
Business head of Zee talkies Mr. Mangesh Kulkarni said, “The idea behind making this film was to spread the message and good work of Anand Dighe to every household. I am sure Marathi film lovers would appreciate this film.” Release date of this film has also been announced as 13th may 2022.