Actress Pritam Kagne to play a dashing Police Officer in her next film ‘Ahilya’
After impressing the audience with her roles in films like ‘Halal‘,’Sangharshyatra‘ and ’31st October’, Actress Pritam Kagne is now playing a dashing Police officer in her next Marathi film ‘Ahilya’ which will be released soon. Besides ‘Ahilya’ Pritam has three more films which are also due for release, besides a Hindi film ‘Monsoon Football’ So, the second half of 2018 seems to be good for Pritam .
For this challenging role of a committed IPS Officer, Pritam has really worked very hard. She trained herself for two months to work on her physical fitness and practiced cycling, Karate and swimming and also bullet firing to prepare for this character. Pritam is herself very excited to see her in this role on big screen. ‘Ahilya’ is written and directed by Raju Parsekar for producer Sudhir Chari. The film also stars Rohit Sawant, Priya Berde, Amol Kagne, Pramod Pawar, Nutan Jayant, Nisha Parulekar.
Shital Upare is also member of ‘Monsoon Football’ team
Miss india heritage International Shital Upare who made her acting debut through Marathi film ‘IPL- Indian Premacha Lafada‘ four years ago, is making a comeback through forthcoming Marathi film ‘Monsoon Football‘ directed by Milind Uke, who had directed Hindi film ‘Pathshala‘ in the past. Incidentally, Shital was busy with her modeling assignments besides doing a film from South.
Shital Upare herself has made announcement about being a member of the ‘Monsoon Football‘ team, in which she plays the role of Babli a housewife who is passionate about the game of football like her other housewives played by ‘Chak De India‘ fame Sagarika Ghatge, Vidya Malavade & Chitrashi Rawat. Award winning ‘Halal‘ fame actress Pritam kagne is also part of this film in parallel role.
‘Halal’ highlights the plight of a divorced Muslim Woman
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Movie: Halal
Rating: ★★★1/2 Genres: Drama Censor: UA Duration: 130 min. Studio / Presenter: Amol Kagne Films Producer(s): Laxman Eknathrao Kagne, Amol Laxman Kagne Director: Shivaji Lotan Patil Writer: Rajan Khan Cinematography (DOP): Ramani Ranjan Das Cast: Pritam Kagne, Chinmay Mandlekar, Priyadarshan Jadhav, Vijay Chavan, Chhaya Kadam, Amol Kagane, Vimal Mhatre, Sanjay Sugavkar Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
We have heard about the cases of divorced women reuniting with the same husband with mutual understanding before or even after the court judgment. But, in Muslim religion, this is not that easy. According to the All India Muslim Personal Law Board, a man cannot remarry a woman after triple talaq, unless she has already consummated her marriage with another man and then that new husband dies or divorces her. In this case, the marriage (Nikah) of the woman with her new husband is called ‘Nikah halala‘.
Incidentally, in a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India barred Instant Triple Talaq on 22nd August 2017 and asked the Parliament to make a law on this matter. Latest released Marathi film ‘Halal‘ directed by National award winning film director Shivaji Lotan Patil is based on this controversial talaq.
Film ‘Halal‘ has chosen the subject of sufferings of a divorced Muslim woman. In this film, we find Halim ( Pritam Kagne) a young Muslim woman divorced by her husband Kuddus ( Priyadarshan Jadhav), through triple talaq procedure, only to relive her from the harassment by his mother at home. So, he drops her back to her parents.
Two year’s after the divorce, Kuddus, who otherwise loves his wife Halim, approaches Halim’s parents, after his mother’s death, to take her back home. But, Halim’s father ( Vijay Chavan ) and other villagers in the neighborhood remind him about the procedure in their religion. However, keeping in mind the good intention of his son in law, Halim’s father approaches Maulana of the Village (Chinmay Mandlekar) . Since there is no one coming forward for ‘Nikah halala‘, the Sarpanch ( Sanjay Sugaonkar) suggests the Maulana to be Halim’s second husband and the Maulana agrees for the temporary marriage to reunite Kuddus and Halim. But, Halim has to live with Maulana for three months, to complete the divorce procedure.
While Kuddus is busy preparing to welcome his wife back home, the helpful Maulana who is respected by the village community, also wants to keep his word. However, sudden developments take place in the screenplay and Halim has her say in the climax. The film certainly throws light on the plight of a helpless divorced muslim woman from a poor family. It is a timely subject and has been presented very well by the national award winning director Shivaji Lotan Patil. Some of the scenes involving villagers gossiping about Halim’s second marriage to maulana, don’t look natural. But, one should appreciate the subject , which is based on writer by Rajan Khan’s original story ‘Halala‘ and the efforts of producers Laxman and Amol kagne, who thought of giving cinematic look to this story.
Director Shivaji Lotan Patil has very effectively presented all his characters in the film. Priyadarshan Jadhav in the role of Kuddus does well to display his bold stand. Chinmay Mandlekar has been effective while portraying a respectable Maulana, but, he speaks only Hindi mixed with Urdu, in a Marathi speaking village. Surprisingly, in the entire film, he has not uttered a single Marathi dialogue. But, the surprise performance comes from Pritam Kagne, who has given a memorable performance in the lead role of Halim. She has not only expressed her emotions well in all the scenes, but has done remarkably well in the climax. Good support comes from other artistes like Vijay Chavan, Chhaya Kadam, Vimal Mhatre and others. Screenplay & dialogues by Nishant Dhapse are well presented.
The technical sides of the film are also worth appreciating, which include good cinematography by Ramani Ranjan Das, brilliant art by Santosh Samudre and superb make up for all the artistes by Laxman Jadhav. Music doesn’t have much scope, but Vijay Gatlewar has been able to give that required feel suited to this film through one song in the background. The film has already been screened at various International film festivals and has also won many awards. All in all, ‘Halal‘ is a timely film, which highlights very effectively, the plight of a divorced Muslim Woman.
Music of award winning film ‘Halal’ launched in Mumbai
Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Halal‘ produced by Laxman Kagne & Amol Kagne and directed by National award winning director Shivaji Lotan Patil has already created a buzz before its official release, having won various awards. Recently, the music of this film was launched in Mumbai in presence of artistes and technical team of the film. The film’s story is based on Rajan Khan’s story ‘Halaala’ and highlights the social problems of Muslim women in today’s changing world. The film is due for release on 6th October 2017.
Speaking on the occasion director Shivaji Lotan Patil said that he was fortunate to get an opportunity to handle such an important social issue through ‘Halal‘ film. It may be recalled that Mr.Patil had made his debut as director through the film ‘Dhag‘ which won him national award. The film has two meaningful songs penned by Subodh Pawar and Sayyed Akhtar , with music provided by Vijay Gatlewar. The film stars Chinmay Mandlekar, Pritam Kagne, Priyadarshan Jadhav, Vijay Chavan, Chhaya Kadam, Sanjay Sugaonkar, Amol Kagne & Vimal Mhatre. Cinematography by Ramani Ranjandas and editing by Nilesh Gawand are other credits.
Marathi celebrities recall their memorable moments of Rakshabandhan
Rakshabandhan is a popular festival in Maharashtra which celebrates the strong boding between brother and sister. Our Marathi celebrities are nowhere behind, when it is time to celebrate this day. In spite of their busy schedule, They do find time to share the happy moment together with their brothers and sisters. Even if they are away from each other, the social networking media comes to their help to celebrate this occasion.
Young Actress Pritam kagne, who is in news now days for her forthcoming Marathi film ‘Halaal’ which has received appreciation from different international film festivals. Pritam is playing the lead role in this film and her brother Amol Kagne has produced this film. The film is all set to release soon and Pritam feels that this is the biggest gift to her from her brother on this coming Rakshabandhan. “There cannot be a better gift than this one” she feels.
Popular young actor Gashmir Mahajani used to visit his elder sister Rashmi in Belgaum, who is married and 13 years elder to him. For him, his sister is like his friend, philosopher and guide. But, ever since he has become busy with his shooting schedules signing many films, he doesn’t find time to visit her. But, wherever he is on that particular day, his sister sends the Rakhi to reach him before the Rakshabandhan day. “Few years ago, I was in the interior parts of Madhya Pradesh shooting for my film; but her rakhi reached me in time. I took a photo after tying the same and sent it to her,” says Gashmir. Even this Rakshabandhan Gashmir will be busy promoting his forthcoming film ‘Mala Kahich Problem Nahi’ visiting various places in Maharashtra. But, he is sure that his sister’s rakhi would reach him in time. “This year I will take a selfie after tying the same and post the photo to her immediately.”
We all know that versatile actress Sonali Kulkarni has two brothers Sandip and Sandesh. Sandip is abroad and Sandesh is in Mumbai. According to Sonali, both her elder brothers are her mentors. Sonali does find to tie rakkhi on the wrist of Sandesh every year, however busy she may be. Sometimes, it is at the airport or even in the car. This year Sonali is busy with a social commitment in pune, but she will keep her rakshabandhan day commitment by returning to Mumbai in time. Every year, Sandesh presents her with books and writing material, as he very well knows that his sister loves to rread books and is also a writer herself. Celebrating this festival with Sandip, Sonali sends him e mail requesting him to lift his little daughter on his shoulder on this day, to indicate that her Rakhi has reached him.
‘Halal’ to finally release on 29th September
Having captured the audience at National and International level, much before its official release, Marathi film ‘Halal‘ highlighting the social issues of Muslim women over the issue of marriage and Divorce, is finally releasing on 29th September 2017. Official announcement to this effect has been made by the makers of this film Amol Kagne Films and National award winning director Shivaji Lotan Patil. Written by Rajan Khan, the screenplay and dialogues of this film are written by Nishant Dhapse.
Prior to this Amol Kagne had produced a film ‘31st October’, while Shivaji Lotan Patil had won National Award for his previous Marathi film ‘Dhag‘. Vijay Gatlewar has composed the music of this film, while cinematography is by Ramani Ranjandas. The film’ Halal‘ stars Chinmay Mandlekar, Pritam Kagne, Priyadarshan Jadhav, Vijay Chavan, Chhaya Kadam, Amol Kagne, Vimal Mhatre & Sanjay Sugaonkar. Popular Singer Adarsh Shinde has rendered his voice for the songs in ‘ Halal‘ film. Now, it remains to be seen, how this film on a social subject will be accepted by Marathi film lovers.
Pritam Kagne hasn’t forgotten her commitment to the society
As per the new trend, Marathi film artistes generally celebrate their birthdays with their friends at a good hotel or spend time on a picnic with their family or close friends. But, have you ever heard a young Marathi actor or actress celebrating their birthday with disabled children ? There are very few examples in this self centred lifestyle today.
Young Pritam Kagne, who made her debut in Marathi few years ago with Marathi film ‘Bokad‘ has already worked as a speech therapist in Pune and very well knows her duty to the society. Yesterday, Pritam Kagne celebrated her birthday in the company of hearing impaired children from Ayodhya School of special Education, Pune, by serving them food. “It was awesome feeling” reacted Pritam on her social networking page. And, this was a fine gesture. MarathiMovieworld.com takes note of her commitment to the society and wishes her all the best for her forthcoming film ‘Halaal‘, which has already won awards and appreciation at various international film festivals.
‘Halal’ receives overwhelming response at Goa Film Festival
Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Halal‘, which was screened at various film festivals, including Cannes Film festival, was recently screened at prestigious Goa Marathi film festival, receiving overwhelming response. There were about 20 films screened during this film festival, including one Konkani film. ‘Halal‘ is the story of human emotions, which depicts the trials and tribulations that women in our society have gone through. The film portrays family system of Indian Muslims, which is an unusual topic for Marathi films.
Presented by Amol Kagne Films and directed by national award winning director Shivaji Loten Patil, the film stars Chinmay Mandlekar, Pritam Kagne, Priyadarshan Jadhav, Vijay Chavan, Chhaya Kadam, Amol Kagne, Vimal Mhatre, Sanjay Sugaonkar. The script of ‘Halal‘ is written by Nishant Dhapse. Cinematography by Ramaniranjandas, editing by Nilesh Gawand and music by Vijay Gatlewar are other credits. The film is due for release soon, all over Maharashtra.
Halal (हलाल)
Genres: Drama
Rating: ★★★1/2
Censor: UA
Duration: 130 min.
Studio/presenter: Amol Kagne Films
Producer(s): Laxman Eknathrao Kagne, Amol Laxman Kagne
Executive Producer: Amol Kagne
Director: Shivaji Lotan Patil
Writer: Rajan Khan
ScreenPlay: Nishant Natharam Dhapse
Dialogues: Nishant Natharam Dhapse
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Cast & Crew
Executive Producer: Amol Kagne
Director: Shivaji Lotan Patil
Assistant Director: na
Writer: Rajan Khan
ScreenPlay: Nishant Natharam Dhapse
Dialogues: Nishant Natharam Dhapse
Lyrics: Subodh Pawar, Sayed Akhtar
Music: Vijay Gatlewar
Playback Singer: na
Cinematographer (DOP): Ramani Ranjan Das
Editor: Nilesh Navanath Gavand
Starcast: Pritam Kagne, Chinmay Mandlekar, Priyadarshan Jadhav, Vijay Chavan, Chhaya Kadam, Amol Kagane, Vimal Mhatre, Sanjay Sugavkar
Costumes: na
Makeup: na
Sound : na
Background Score: Honey Satamkar
Choreographer: na
DI, VFX: na
D.I. Colourist: na
Promos: na
Music Label: na
Publicity Designs: na
P.R.O.: Ganesh Gargote
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Synopsis
‘Halal’ : The film ‘Halal’ deals with the theme of loyalty, love and the institution of marriage, which is deemed to be pious by society. It is also a story of human emotions, which depicts the trials and tribulations the women in our society have to go through.
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‘Halal’ is inviting all the attention for its subject
Now days, women oriented subjects in Marathi films are inviting attention of the film lovers. And, if they are based on realistic subjects, the critics also acclaim such films. Forthcoming Marathi film ‘Halal’ has already won the best screenplay award at Pune International film festival. The film also received good response at Aurangabad International film festival, where it was screened, recently. The film will now be screened at Sanskruti Kaladarpan Film festival, having been shortlisted among 11 films, for the final round.
Directed by National award winning film director Shivaji Lotan Patil, the film deals with the theme of loyalty, love and the institution of marriage, which is deemed to be pious by society. It is also a story of human emotions, which depicts the trials and tribulations the women in our society have to go through. Starring Chinmay Mandlekar, Priyadarshan Jadhav, Pritam Kagne, Vijay Chavan, Chhaya Kadam, & Vimal Mhatre. Produced by Amol Kagne and Laxman Kagne the script of the film is written by Nishant Dhapse. DOP is Ramani Ranjandas, editing by Nilesh Gavand & Music by Vijay Gatlewar are the other credits