Well Known Poet and film maker Ramdas Phutane, who produced award winning film like ‘Samna’, followed by directing two other Marathi films ‘Sarvasakshi‘ and ‘Survanta‘ has returned to direction after almost two decades. Known for dealing with social issues, on the rural backdrop, through his films, this time Ramdas Phutane makes a strong statement on caste politics and reservation policy, through his forthcoming Marathi film ‘Sarpanch Bhagirath‘.

Story of this film revolves around Bhagirath, played by Upendra Limaye, who is made Sarpanch of the village, being an OBC, by a Political leader of the village. What problems he faces, after taking over this post and how tackles them, doing the balancing act of Political work and home front, is what the film’s story is all about. In the film, talented actress Veena Jamkar plays his wife in the film. Shahir Sambhaji Bhagat scores the music of this film, making his debut as music director in films.

Film’s first look was released on Monday, in presence of producer Shivkumar Lad , director Ramdas Phutane, and the lead pair of Upendra and Veena. The film will be released on 4^th March 2016, as per the announcement made by the makers.

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