Marathi TV serials owe a responsibility to the society
In the beginning of this new year, we saw a very good film ‘Natasamrat’, which presented a very sensible subject, reminding one and all about the morale values. And, this film received an overwhelming response. This indicates that people in Maharashtra, are keen to watch such subjects. But, are our Marathi TV serial makers taking any such steps, to pass a social message to home viewers ? There are lakhs of viewers of television in different age groups, scattered across Maharashtra.
Actually, Maharashtra is known as the land of saints, who offered teachings on morale values. Barring very few serials, most of the Marathi serials today, are sending across a wrong message to the society, presenting all such happenings, which are unethical practices.
Now, take for example the happenings in Zee Marathi’s ongoing TV serial ‘Nanda Soukhyabhare’. It is surprising to see, the behavior of Swanandi’s parents in law. One never expected to see them stoop so low. They even go to the extent of stealing the ornaments of their daughter in law and insulting her, by presenting her Sarees, which are supplied to an orphanage. The melodrama noticed between Swanandi’s mother in law and Vachhi- the match maker, also seems to be beyond convincing. In short, this serial is going from bad to worse.
Somewhat similar type of situation, was noticed in the TV serial ‘Runji’ on Star Pravah. This serial started off well. But later lost its track, to highlight the gimmicks of negative characters giving them more than required hype. ‘Colors’ channel is also nowhere behind, when it comes to showing all immoral happenings. Even the language used by some of the laughter shows, is very bad. A lot of liberty is being taken, in the name of comedy. Some of our news channels are also nowhere behind these entertainment channels. One channel was repeatedly showing a news clipping, where a cruel daughter in law was shown beating up her old helpless mother in law, mercilessly. Isn’t that passing a wrong message?
One really wonders, how, the makers of these serials, can take the viewers for granted ? Will our honorable Cultural Minister of Maharashtra, who is always prompt and active , take serious note of such happenings, noticed in such programmes.
By: Shweta Khot © MMW Network
“People know you on the basis of your work, not name” – Pallavi Patil
More than her real name, people know her as ‘Runji’. So much has been the popularity of Pallavi Patil, ever since her Marathi serial was aired on Star Pravah Channel. Her smartness, her lovely natural smile and above all her confident looking body language makes her something special. Pallavi did show signs of her ability to become a lead actress, when she appeared in a small role in ongoing TV serial ‘Julun Yeti Reshimgathi’. Pallavi appeared in just few episodes as visiting cousin of Meghana during her marriage, but, invited all the attention, through her brilliant performance.
A graduate in Sanskrit from Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Pallavi has participated in various one act plays, since her college days and has won prizes as best actress. Her best performance was in an experimental play ‘Meter Down’ for which she won the best actress award from Zee TV.
Before appearing in ‘Runji’, she has performed in commercial Marathi plays like Chandralekha’s ‘Prem Gandh’, Suyog’s Mangesh kadam directed ‘Prema Tuza Rang Kasaa’, in which Ashok Saraf played the lead. Very recently she played the lead role opposite Nikhil Ratnaparakhi in popular Marathi play ‘Tom Aani Jerry’. Best thing about Pallavi is that besides acting, she does find time for social work. She is associated with one NGO, taking care of hearing and speech impaired people. Perhaps, Pallavi’s parents being hearing and speech impaired, must have driven her to this work, for a social cause. Hats off to her.
Marathi Movie world spoke to Pallavi recently. Excerpts from an interview:
Q: Have you taken any specific trainer for acting ?
A: Actually, I was working with ‘Mithak’ & Adwait Dadarkar’s group, where I have learned a lot about acting.
Q: How did you bag this role of ‘Runji’ ?
A: I have done many auditions for the same. I would like to thank my director and the production house, who have shown faith in me and given me an opportunity.
Q : Are you like ‘Runji’ in real life ?
A: To certain extent ‘yes’, but not cent percent. Actually, I am not so bold and dashing like Runji . But, I can talk for hours, can crack jokes.
Q: Now a days, there are lots of social issue related to problems faced by women. What is your reaction?
A: Yes, there is endless list of women’s issue, from toilet to transportation, from home to work. But, somewhere we should start facingthem. Unless we suffer and raise our voice, we can’t get the solution. Most of females still keep quite. They are scared to come forward and raise their voice, against injustice. They should come forward and be bold to raise their issues. Basically, such people should change their mentality. And, it should start from our home.
Q: Tell us something about your film assignments.
A: I have completed couple of Marathi films, which are due to release. One of them, is ‘ Kadhi Ambat Kadhi Goad'(KAKG) a comedy film and another is Sameer Aathlye’s directorial debut film ‘Dhangarwada’ . In both these films, I have done major roles. I’m looking forward to hear audience feedback on my performance.
Q: Tell us something about your role in ‘Kadhi Ambat Kadhi Goad’.
A: I’m playing a lead character of a ‘full of life bubbly girl’. My co stars in this film are Ashok Mama (Ashok Saraf) and Madhav Deochakke. It’s a full entertaining rom-com film.
Q: What are your hobbies?
A: Since my Mom and Dad hearing and speech impaired, I know sign language very well. In free time, I visit the NGO and work for them. Sometimes, I act as an interpreter for them. I also love cycling.
Q : There was Sonali kulkarni Sr. Then came Sonalee Jr. There are two Swapnil Joshi and now we have seen two Pallavi Patil. Isn’t it? Don’t you think, this may confuse the fans? Do you have plans to change your name?
A: Yes, this is confusing. But, I don’t think one need to change her or his name. After all, people know you on the basis of your work.