Ever since, Marathi film ‘Vazandar‘ has been launched, it has been in the news for a simple reason that  Priya Bapat Kamat and Sai Tamhankar the two top actresses in Marathi, are working together. The past experience tells us that whenever two top actresses work together, that particular film is always remains in news during the shooting of that film, for a simple reason that they can never get along well together.

But, in the case of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Vazandar‘, this doesn’t seem to be true, as director Sachin Kundalkar has not only completed the shooting of this film in time, but has also announced its release date as 11^th November 2016. It may be recalled that in the past 10 years, we have not noticed any kind of rivalry among Marathi actresses. They have always tried to remain good friends with each other, even if they are not working together. And, talking about Sai and Priya, they were seen together in a happy mood, at a success party of other film recently .

Produced by Vidhi Kasliwal, ‘Vazandar‘ also stars Siddharth Chandekar in the lead role, along with Sameer Dharmadhikari, Chirag Patil and Chetan Chitnis.

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Biography / Profile:

Born: 18 September
Occupation: Actress

Priya Bapat-Kamat is one of the most popular actress in Marathi film industry. Who has received an award for best actress at ‘Maharashtra State Award’ for her Marathi movie – ‘Happy Journey‘ is the best example. Priya Bapat has also acted in the Hindi films ‘Lage Raho Munnabhai‘ and ‘Munna Bhai MBBS‘.
Priya, who had already worked with Sachin Kundalkar before, in his film ‘Happy Journey’ is still riding with the success of this film, besides two other successful films, ‘Lokmanya‘ and ‘Time Pass-2‘. Priya has worked very hard, to give her best in ‘Vazandar‘. She had also put on additional weight, to meet the requirement of her role. And, now, she is back to normal.

• Filmography:

• Movie(s)
• Marathi movies
• Pimpal (2018)
• Aamhi Doghi (2018)
• Gachchi (2017)
• Vazandar (2016)
• Timepass 2 (2015)
• Lokmanya: Ek Yug Purush (2015)
• Happy Journey (2014)
• Aandhali Koshimbir (2014)
• Time Please (2014)
• Kaksparsh (2013)
• Aika Dajiba (2010)
• Anandi Anand (2009)
• Mi Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy (2009)
• Hindi movies
• Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006)(Hindi)
• Munna Bhai M.B.B.S (2003)(Hindi)
• Serial(s)
• Abhalmaya (zee Marathi)
• Sa re ga ma pa (zee Marathi)
• Good Morning Maharashtra (zee Marathi)
• Adhuri Ek Kahaani (zee Marathi)
• Shubhamkaroti (zee Marathi)
• Amhi Travelkar
• Play(s)
• Nava Gadi Nava Raajya
• Vatevaratee Kaachaa Ga

• Award(s):

• Maharashtra State Award – Best Actress – For The Film Happy Journey (2014)
• Marathi Filmfare Nomination – Best Actress – For The Film Happy Journey (2014)Best Actress Screen Zee Gaurav Awards – Best Actress – For The Film Kaksparsh (2013)
• Maharashtra State Awards – Best Actress – For The Film Kaksparsh (2013)

Interview(s):

Priya Bapat, Actress

Photo(s)

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Rating: ★★★ ½
Genres: Drama
Censor: U/A
Duration: 120 mins
Studio/presenter: Neena Raut Films, Emmay Entertainment
Producer: Neena Raut
Director: Om Raut
Writer: Om Raut, Kaustubh Savarkar
Lyrics:  na
Music: Ajit-Sameer
Cinematographer (DOP): Prasad Bhende
Cast: Subodh Bhave, Sameer Vidwans, Chinmay Mandlekar, Priya Bapat Kamat
Movie Review by: Keertikumar Kadam

Through our school text books, we have learned that Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak , led India’s freedom struggle . A committed Journalist, Teacher, Social Reformer, Lawyer, and a dynamic freedom fighter; he was all in one.

Presented by Essel Vision and produced under the banner of Neena Raut Films ‘Lokmanya, Ek Yugpurush’ is a latest Marathi movie, which reminds the thoughts of late Bal Gangadhar Tilak. The movie comments on the socio-political situation in India today, with a Voiceover narration in the beginning of the movie, by Nana Patekar in his typical style. The movie starts with a court scene, where Tilak is being tried and then goes into flashback, to unfold the life and times of Lokmanya Tilak.

So, we find Tilak (Subodh Bhave) returning from Bombay after studying law degree , only to start a school for the local people, with the help of his friend, Agarkar (Sameer Vidwans). Both manage to open New English School. The movie has shown two eras, one being the film’s subject era and the other being today’s time. However, both relate to each other. Makarand ( Chinmay Mandlekar) is a young journalist, who gets fascinated by Tilak’s thinking, after reading books on him, but in the process, ignoring his would be wife- Samira (Priya Bapat Kamat). He becomes more and more idealistic, with the thoughts of Tilak- like, “Swarajya mhanje swakiyanche rajya!”
The film has shown the ruthless ways of British officer Rand , to deal ‘plague’, which hit Poona, during his time. Then, the officer being killed by Damodar Hari Chaphekar with the knowledge of Tilak, is also shown skilfully. The film also elaborates on Tilak’s hard hitting writings against the rulers and justifying Britishers’ killings through his newspaper; which lands him in jail and is sentenced to rigorous imprisonment of six years outside the country in Mandalay, Burma. (1908-1914).
Story by Om Raut & Kaustubh Savarkar is well researched. But, highlight of the movie is its screenplay and dialogues . Art direction (Santosh Phutane) and costume department (Mahesh Sherla) have complimented camera work of Prasad Bhende. Interesting lighting and camera angles add beauty to the frames. Music (Ajit-Sameer) is an asset, as the songs escalate the drama in story telling. Background music is noteworthy. Editor (Aashish Mhatre, Apurva Motivale) and the director have worked beautifully hand in glove and it shows in scene cutting.
Director (Om Raut) makes his presence felt from the very first scene onward. He has merged two time-periods in excellent fashion. Only faltering being, movie should have ended on a high note on, ” Swarajya ha maza janmasiddha hakka aahe, aani to mi milavinarch”, the line Tilak is identified with. Subodh Bhave has marvelled as Tilak. He has used his voice to greater effect with modulations depicting different emotions. Sameer Vidwans as Agarkar is very convincing. Chinmay Mandlekar has promisingly portrayed the thought process of today’s youth . He is well supported by Priya Bapat Kamat. There are many more characters played by actors. Thanks to the makers, for a very good New Year’s gift in the form of ‘Lokmanya, Ek Yugpurush’.

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Trust in a relationship is everything. Whether it is a friendly relationship or a marriage. Without respect, love is lost. Without caring, love is boring. Without honesty, love is unhappy. Without trust, love is unstable. And life becomes miserable for those who pass through such a strained relationship. Based on this theme, director Sameer Vidwans and script writer Kshitij Patwardhan first presented a Marathi play ‘Nava Gadee Nave Rajya’, which became a hit. The play still draws a good crowd at auditoriums.

Now, the makers of this play have presented a film ‘Time Please! Love story Lagnanantarchi’ by making suitable changes in the script, to suit the cinematic form. So, we find the same lead stars and real life couple Umesh kamat and Priya Bapat, playing the screen couple- Hrishikesh and Amruta in this film, in the company of Siddharth Jadhav as Himmatrao and Saie Tamhankar as Radhika. In the original play the supporting roles were played by Hemant Dhome and Prajakta Datar respectively.

It may be recalled that though the play had its own limitations, the fine performances of the four artistes, their perfect timing and their spontaneous body language created a hilarious comedy. The play reached popularity heights and perhaps that was the reason for giving it a cinematic look. There is no doubt that the director and script writer have taken cinematic liberties to re write the script and add some more scenes to make the film more interesting; i.e. inclusion of songs, one of them being an item number pictured on Siddharth Jadhav and other artistes, during a Bollywood theme party in a unique style.

The film begins well with introduction of the lead characters Hrishikesh and Amruta and creating an atmosphere conducive for the entry of Himmatrao and Radhika, one after the other. But, the re entry of Radhika in the life of Hrishikesh causes more disturbance to Amruta; than return of Siddharth as a good old friend in the life of Amruta, for Hrishikesh. Being much younger to Hrishikesh ( Six year’s difference) causes more misunderstandings between the couple; with Amruta seriously thinking about separation. When their relationship is on the verge of a break, both Himmatrao and Radhika come to their rescue, calling for an happy end.

In the film, an unexpected arrival of Himmatrao in the house of the young couple and that too staying for few days, with his kiddish behaviour and closeness with the lady of the house, does create humour ;but, a peculiar scene, when Hrishikesh brings Radhika to his own house, knowing that his wife is away, doesn’t go well. In this scene, he consoles her, after listening to her story and later gives her a Mubnnabhai style Jhappi. Radhika takes this as a hint and walks into his bedroom, when Hrishikesh pushes her back . Then he tries to persuade her to leave, when she is once again into the arms of Hrishikesh. It is at this moment, Amruta walks in by opening the door. Seeing them in such a position, she leaves the house, preparing for a divorce. This looks like a typical filmy scene of misunderstandings.

Actually, there are few flaws in the film, related to unsuitable sequencing of the happenings. But, the timely Dialogues match well with the humour, at appropriate places. All the four artistes in the film have given wonderful performances. Music by Hrishikesh kamerkar is apt at two situations, with one male item number on Siddharth. Even the title song is good. Photography by Abhijit Abdhe is superb. His skilful camera work has captured the close ups and outdoor scenes very well. The last scene at the lighthouse is well taken.

Both Umesh and Priya have worked very hard on their emotional outbursts, besides displaying their happy moments together very naturally. Siddharth Jadhav has proved that his choice was not wrong for the role offered to him. He plays the happy go lucky Himmatrao in his style. In the role of Radhika, Sai Tamhankar is simply superb ! It seems that the film makers have spotted the real talent within her and Radhika is the best suited role for her.

But, why they should show her smoking all the time? Are the film makers not aware of the dangers of smoking among females ? It does pass a wrong message, at a time when Government has imposed anti-tobacco film before the start of such films. Others in the character roles, like Seema Deshmukh, Madhav Abhaynakar and Vandana Gupte have offered good support. This 2 hours 12 minute long film is amusing; but could have been still better, if more convincing outdoor sequences were added into the screenplay, taking the cinematic liberties. The film is timely and does pass a valid message to the young married couples; about the importance of ‘trust’ in each other. It also shows the limitations on involvement of old friends into an individual’s personal life, especially after marriage; unless both the partners know them well.

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