Sachin Khedekar, Amruta Khanvilkar are Maharashtra’s favorites
It was a grand show late evening on Friday, at Hotel Hyatt Regency Mumbai, when Zee Talkies presented the most prestigious awards ‘Maharashtracha Favourite Kon’ in various categories of Marathi Cinema. Anchored by actor – film maker Mahesh Manjrekar, the show presented skits, dances and Mimicry items performed by the popular artistes from Marathi stage, television and film industry. The organisers did not forget to pay tributes to late Bollywood film maker Yash Chopra, by presenting dances performed by Ankush Choudhary and Urmila Kanetkar on the romantic songs from his films.
The show began with ‘Fu Bai Fu’ Comedy TV show fame Nilesh Sable, Vaibhav Mangale & Bhahu Kadam performing skits , followed by a dance sequence by Manasi Naik in the company of Bhau kadam for the first time, beginning with ‘Chalao Na nainon Se Baan Re’. Manasi also went on to perform dances on some of the popular South Indian songs, displaying the actual glamour of south through her mini outfits. But, she did not forget to conclude with her favourite ‘Rikshawala’ song. There were mock items presented by Makarand Anaspure, Kranti Redkar and Hemangi kavi Dhumal , while Amruta Khanvilkar, Siddharth Jadhav, Mahesh Manjrekar and the team of young boys from forthcoming dance based film ‘Aaynaa Ka baayna’ performed, amid big applause from audience present on the occasion.
Urmila Dhangar & Avadhoot Gupte were adjudged as favoutrite singers of Maharashtra, while the favourite supporting artiste awards went to Jitendra Joshi(Jhakas) and Savita Malpekar (Kaksparsha). Vaibhav Mangale was awarded for playing best villain in Kaksparsha, while Lux Face of the year award went to Ketaki Mategaonkar. Ankush Choudhary, was declared the Style Icon for the third time this year, indicating that this year, there was no competition for him; having displayed his style outfits through ‘Jhakas’ and ‘No Entry PDA’. The best comedy film was ‘Jhakas’, while the best film’s award went to ‘Kaksparsha’. Mahesh Manjrekar was adjudged the best director, for the same film, in spite of tough competition from ‘Deool’, ‘Tukaram’ , ‘Shala’ and ‘Morya’.
The favourite actor and actress awards went to Sachin Khedekar( Kaksparsha) and Amruta Khanvilkar (Jhakas) and they received their awards from gorgeous Mrunal Kulkarni and evergreen Sunil Barve respectively. Besides the performing celebrity artistes and award winners mentioned above, other guests present were Sachin Pilgaonkar, Mrunal Kulkarni, Sunil Barve, Abhijit Gholap( producer of Deool and Bharatiya) , Ravi Jadhav, Medha Manjrekar, Kanchan Adhikari, Atisha Naik, Supriya Pathare, Sandeep Kulkarni, Sanjay Jadhav, Santosh Juvekar, Vijay Patkar, Deepa Parab, Sonali Kulkarni( Sr), Chandrakant kulkarni, Vidyadhar Joshi, Nagesh Bhosale, Nitin Chandrakant Desai, Manva Naik ( who welcomed the guests), Mr. Nikhil Sane, Business head of Zee Talkies along with other officials and Mr. Amey Khopkar, President of the Maharashtra Navanirman Sena Cine workers association.
This year’s show was a better presentation, compared to last year, with wonderful performances coming from Vaibhav Mangale, Bhau Kadam, Kranti Redkar and others. The absence of senior artistes like Ashok Saraf & Mahesh Kothare was felt. Moreover, there was no special guest from Bollywood this time, as one expected someone from ‘Jab Tak Hain Jaan’ as the film’s promo was played on the TV screens displayed on stage.
‘Kaksparsh’ presents a realistic tale
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Producer: Aniruddha Deshpande, Medha Manjrekar Director: Mahesh Manjrekar Story: Based on real story for Usha Datar, re-written by Girish Joshi Screenplay: Girish Joshi Cinematographer: Ajit Reddy, Abhishekh Vijaykar Cast: Sachin Khedekar, Priya Bapat, Sanjay Khapare, Abhijit Kelkar, Manva Naik, Medha Manjrekar, Savita Malpekar, Vaibhav Mangle, Ketki Mategaonkar, Saksham Kulkarni, Kishor Raorane, Gauri Ingawale, Saiee Manjrekar Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
Film maker Mahesh Manjrekar’s latest Marathi film ‘Kakasparsha’ takes you into pre independence era, to narrate the tale of Haridada (Sachin Khedekar) and his family living in a village in Konkan, Maharashtra. Those were the days, when girls used to get married even before attaining puberty. Haridada gets his younger brother Mahadeo (Abhijit Kelkar) married to one such girl Durga (Ketaki Mategaonkar) approved by his associate Balwant (Sanjay Khapre) who is also close to girl’s family.
Durga turns Uma after marriage, on entering the disciplined house of Haridada, whom she respects a lot, besides liking him for his behavior and personality. When Mahadeo passes away at young age, while studying his law; the responsibility of Uma lies on the shoulders of Haridada and his family. Uma mixes up well with Haridada’s wife and children of Haridada and takes care of them, as she grows up with them.
As per the rituals in Brahmin family, Uma is supposed to shave off her head; after her husband’s death; but Haridada opposes to the demand of the Priests from village headed by Upadhyay (Vaibhav Mangale). When Haridada’s wife passes away, everybody expects him to marry Uma ( Priya Bapat, who plays the grown up Uma) and Uma too is willing for the same. But, Haridada refuses to do so; as he is committed to his promise given to soul of the departed, during the rituals observed on the 10th day after Mahadeo’s death.
A time comes when Haridada stops talking to Uma and that hurts her. She stops eating. Everybody including Haridada’s elder sister, Haridada’s married children and younger sister all fail to persuade her. Finally, Haridada confesses the truth to Uma, stating as to why he kept himself away from her, though over protected her. He even agrees to marry her, breaking all his promises, only with the hope that she would give up her fast. But, the director tries to be realistic and ends the film, the way he wished to respect the original script of Usha Datar on the screenplay of Girish Joshi.
Shot on the backdrop of Konkan, Mahesh Manjrekar has perfectly selected the locations, including the traditional ancestral house, to create the atmosphere of the pre- independence era. Very cleverly, he has inserted the character of Balwant, who is also shown as a freedom fighter. The character of Upadhyay played by Vaibhav Mangale clearly suggests the dominance of orthodox Brahmins those days.
From beginning till the end, the film sticks to its subject, without any diversions and that makes the presentation more realistic. ‘Kakasparsha’ is the film for sensible film viewers. Fine performances from Sachin Khedekar, Sanjay Khapre, Ketaki Mategaonkar, Vaibhav Mangle, Priya Bapat, Abhijit Kelkar, Saksham Kulkarni and others, makes it more impressive. Music and background music have been handled well and so is the wonderful cinematography capturing all those natural moments.
Actor Sachin Khedkar deserves all the praise for his memorable performance through that lifetime role of Haridada. He gets a good support from all other artistes. Prominent among them are Sanjay Khapre and Vaibhav Mangle who have invited special attention.
‘Fakta Ladh Mhana!’ changes the face of Marathi films
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Presentor & Producer: Great Maratha Entertainment Company, Twinkle Group & Mirah Entertainment Director: Sanjay Jadhav Story: Mahesh Manjrekar Music: Ajit – Sameer Camera: Sanjay Jadhav Cast: Sachin Khedekar, Sanjay Narvekar, Bharat Jadhav, Siddharth Jadhav, Aniket VIshwasrao, Saksham Kulkarni, Manava Naik, Kranti Redkar, Santosh Juvekar, Vaibhav Mangle, Amruta Khanvilkar, Nagesh Bhosale, Hemangi Kavi, Bhalchandra Kadam Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
If you are under the impression that Marathi films cannot do commercial business as Bollywood films do, then latest Marathi film ‘Fakta Ladh Mhana!’ would prove you wrong. This action packed thriller Produced by Mahesh Waman Manjrekar and directed by Sanjay Jadhav offers all that, a hit Bollywood film posesses. It contains all that masala or in other words the perfect formula to make a film hit. Only drawback is that it is full of violence going on the lines of a typical South film. But, then we should not forget that most of the hit Bollywood films are a remake of those hit Masala South films.
Don’t be surprised if Mahesh Manjrekar decides to do a remake of his own film with top Bollywood actors prepared to play the five man army. Yes, you may give this another name to ‘Fakta Ladh Mhana!’, so much is the impact created by these five finest actors comprising of Bharat Jadhav, Siddharth Jadhav, Aniket Vishwasrao, Santosh Juvekar and Sanjay Narvekar from the Marathi film industry. They combine well to form that team under the leadership of their Don- Babubhai played by none other than Mahesh Manjrekar
In today’s existing situation, our own politicians have turned villains of the common man. Therefore, the film needed a strong character to perfrom the role of a shrewd Minister and his cunning brother. And, there wouldn’t have been a better choice than going for talented Sachin Khedekar and Sanjay Khapre respectively. The film begins with the sad state of affairs in a village, where politicain turned Industries Minister Patil and his brother with the help of local politician Kulkarni ( Vaibhav Mangale) make the lives of poor farmers miserable forcing them to sale their lands after the SEZ comes into force.
The only opposition comes from an ex-seviceman (Satish Pulekar) who refuses to bow down. He is murdered by Kulkarni and his men but his mentally challenged nephew is the mute witness against Kulkarni. His helpless uncle after witnessing the thumb rule, rushes him to the city in search of an elder nephew( Bharat Jadhav) of the ex-seviceman. Thus begins the revenge. The five man Army comprising of those sharp shooters belonging to the gang of Babubhai then proceed to the village. Some of them carry funny names like West Indies, Kanfatya and Paani Kam ( the little boy who serves tea to the five man army).
Not realising the power of the Minister, the Five man army confront directly with Minister’s brother and Kulkarni, only to be trapped by the shrewd Minister. When they are about to leave the village, another tragedy occurs, when they all swear to finish off the trio comprising of the Minister, his brother and kulkarni one by one. How they plan it and execute it is all that we see in the second part of the film full of action and thrills. As someone has rightly said, “Kuch Paaneke Liye kuch khona bhi padata hai”; the five man Army put up a brave fight against the corrupt system of the Minister forcing him to resign. The film does not end there, as a thrilling climax awaits for a sweet revenge.
Cinematographer turned Director Sanjay Jadhav has cleverly combined this action film with few scenes of emotions besides ccreating that required humour through Sanjay Narvekar and Siddharth Jadhav. Both of them time well with their dilaogues, during tense situations. Bharat Jadhav has a serious type of role having lost his love to Minister’s brother. But, his arguments with Aniket Vishwasrao ( Alex) are well knitted into the screenplay. Aniket plays the character of Alex with full commitment. Above all, it is Santosh Juvekar who impresses in the character of Salim. In one particular scene he tries to explain the difference between a sharp shooter and a terrorist and captures the attention of all.
Kranti Redkar finds a totally different role in this film and she does her part well. Sachin Khedekar, Vaibhav Mangle and Sanjay Khapre play the negative characters with authority. Hemangi Kavi has little for her share, but she plays that small role with total dedication. Amruta Khanvilakr and Manasi Naik have been used to offer a Lavani and Mujra respectively to complete the formula.Vishakha Subhedar finds that small role of Munnibai during the Mujra. The newcomer young boy plays the mentally challenged character well. Dialogues are well written but at many places the Censors have blown their whistle. Mahesh Majrekar as portrayed a Don in his own style.
The film is fast paced, hence not giving much scope to the viewers to question as to how the five man Army manage to move from their hide out to the city and back during the heavy police vigil. But, surprisingly, film has clearly hinted a revolution in this country, if the politicians cross their limits. On the whole, ‘Fakta Ladh Mhana!’ is a complete package filled with that required masala to draw sizable crowds. But, those who deslike violence and bloodshed , should keep themselves away.
Fakta Ladh Mhana ( फक्त लढ म्हणा )
Genres: Drama
Rating: na
Censor: U
Duration: 130 min.
Studio/presenter: Great Maratha Entertainment Company Pvt Ltd
Producer(s): Mahesh Manjrekar
Executive Producer: Umesh Shinde
Director: Sanjay Jadhav
Writer: Mahesh Manjrekar
ScreenPlay: Mahesh Manjrekar
Dialogues: Mahesh Manjrekar, Gopi Puthran
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Executive Producer: Umesh Shinde
Director: Sanjay Jadhav
Assistant Director: Chandrakant Kanse
Writer: Mahesh Manjrekar
ScreenPlay: Mahesh Manjrekar
Dialogues: Mahesh Manjrekar, Gopi Puthran
Lyrics: Guru Thakur, Jitendra Joshi, Kaushal Inamdar, Pravin Kuwar
Music: Ajit – Sameer
Playback Singer: Dr Neha Rajpal, Swapnil Bandodkar, Avdhoot Gupte, Urmila Dhangar, Ajit Parab, Mahesh Manjrekar
Cinematographer (DOP): Sanjay Jadhav
Editor: Rahul Bhatankar
Starcast: Sachin Khedekar, Sanjay Narvekar, Bharat Jadhav, Siddharth Jadhav, Aniket VIshwasrao, Saksham Kulkarni, Manava Naik, Kranti Redkar, Santosh Juvekar, Vaibhav Mangle, Amruta Khanvilkar, Nagesh Bhosale, Hemangi Kavi, Bhalchandra Kadam
Costumes: Lakshman yallappa Gollar
Makeup: Henri Martis
Sound : Manoj Mochemadkar
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Choreographer: Umesh Jadhav
DI, VFX: Piksyon
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‘Taryanche Bait’ – reminds about values
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Company: Alt Entertainment Producers: Friday Filmworks, Shobha Kapur, Ekta Kapoor, Sheetal Bhatiya Director: Kiran Yadnyopavit Story : Saurabh Bhave Camera: Sudhir Palsane Music: Nandu Ghanekar Cast: Sachin Khedekar, Ashwini Giri, Ishaan Tambe, Asmita Joglekar, Kishore Kadam, Vinay Apte, Shubhangi Joshi, Sahashank Shende Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
Ancient Greek Philosopher-Socrates said “Contentment is natural wealth, luxury is artificial poverty.” Based on this philosophy, Ektaa Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor’s first Marathi film ‘Taryanche Bait’ touches upon one such sensitive issue of Globalisation and its impact on a simple but happy family living in a small village in Konkan, the coastal part of Maharashtra. Every individual has his own dreams and should be content with whatever comes to his share. At the same time, he has his own limitations, when it comes to giving promises to others; as fulfillment of the same should not become a burden on him.
Time has changed but not the family values and relationships. ‘Taryanche Bait’ penned by Saurabh Bhave of FTII, is a simple tale, yet something special to which every person would relate. And, that’s the reason director Kiran Yadnyopavit and Creative director Neeraj Pande( ‘A Wednesday’ fame) worked hard on the screenplay of this film, to give a sensible message to the society. And that is what Social activist Mr. Anna Hazare through his recent movement has suggested to the society.
The film does have a tongue-in-cheek humour, while projecting the harsh realities of life. Today, it is the new generation, which is quite frank about everything. They are bold and clear about their demands. When it comes to preparing for the exams the parents are promising big things, so that their child does it with the temptation of being suitably rewarded. But, many a times, the promise made by parents to their children is beyond their capacity to fulfill, when the time comes. And that may lead to corruption. It is this simple tale of father and son that we witness in ‘Taryanche Bait’.
Sachin Khedekar, who is a gram panchayat clerk and head of the family, lives happily with his mother, wife and two children in a village in Konkan. On one such occasion, while he is required to go for his office work on a weekend, he takes his family along with him to Mumbai, where his 10 year old son Omkar is lured by city life. He insists on visiting a five-star hotel, but the father refuses; as he cannot afford it. Unable to pacify his son, the father promises a night’s stay at the same hotel, if the son stood first in his school exams. Thereafter begins their effort to win the bet, forcing both of them to face some harsh realities in the bargain.
Simultaneously, the director portrays the other three characters played by Shubhangi
Joshi, Ashwini Giri and Asmita Joglekar in the roles of Mother, wife and daughter- Meera , in such a way that it goes on to show the existing culture of the region, where a female plays a very important role in the right upbringing of a child. In one particular scene, the wife dares to slap her son on making unnecessary demands and even questions her husband about the income from unethical practices. “It is the hard earned money that is sufficient for happy living,” she suggests. And therefore, whatever earned through immoral means, goes into the drains in the form of sickness of family members or through other ways. This is clearly suggestive through two important scenes in the film.
Very cleverly, the director has concluded the film’s tale, when the father and son duo almost make up their mind to visit Mumbai and land at the glittering island to fulfill their objective. The climax has been shot well, keeping the audience engaged. The film makes a good impact for the manner in which the emotional part has been mixed so well throughout, with light humour. ‘Taryanche Bait’ has therefore not only succeeded in passing a social message at the most appropriate time, through its sensible content but has also managed to entertain the film lovers. It also reminds one and all of the famous proverb, ‘‘As you sow, so shall you reap,” and also suggests that Time has changed but not the family values and relationships.
Sachin Khedekar, playing the father’s role, is simply superb displaying his natural acting skills with ease. Ashwini Giri has supported well in the role of his wife. Her real test comes when she reacts after seeing the boat missing from their compound. Shubhangi Joshi and Asmita Joglekar, as Sachin’s mother and daughter are also good. But, it is the son played by Ishaan Tambe, is highly impressive. Kishore kadam in the role of an Insurance agent in the village and Vinay Apte as the stock broker, look very realistic and so does Sahashank Shende in the role of a moneylender. There isn’t much scope for music in this film, but the short songs and the background music suit well to the village location. Photography by Sudhir Palsane is superb, both during the day and night. ‘Taryanche Bait’ is a well presented film.
Thanks to Kiran Yadnyopavit, Neeraj Pande and Ektaa kapoor for such a wonderful offering.
“I am an actor by practice,”- Sachin Khedekar
When you talk to him, you find him at ease and he also makes you feel comfortable with his modest behaviour. But, when he takes his entry whether on the film sets or in reality at any function, he invites the attention of one and all with his graceful personality. This well built Taurean from Marathi and Hindi film industry certainly makes his presence felt, whenever he is around. Watching him on the screen speaking any language, whether it is English, Hindi or Marathi and performing any character, whether it is North Indian, South Indian, Marathi or Bengalee, Sachin Khedekar- the actor, has always given his best.
Sachin Khedekar
The length of the role does not make any difference to an actor that is within him. Whoever is on the other side in front of the camera, has made a very little difference to him, once the director calls it a ‘take’. But, when you ask him about his preparedness before well known artistes like Mr. Amitabh Bachchan, Rekha or Rakhee, (with whom he has given some of his best scenes) he politely admits his nervousness before the scene. “Whenever, I faced such top actors, certainly there was nervousness before the ‘take’, but once the director called it a ‘take’ I got totally involved into my character and tried to give my best,” he says.
“I have been lucky to perform in the company of some of the great artistes, whom I admired, when I had not even entered this field. Take for example -Padmini Kolhapure, who was my
favourite actress during her rising career in Hindi. I had never even imagined that one day I would be playing lead role opposite her.
But, that opportunity came through ‘Chimni Pakhara’ – a Marathi film through which she made her comeback into acting,” he adds. But, what is the secret behind his spontaneity? When you ask him, he is frank enough to tell the truth. “Actually, I am an actor by practice. Every role offered to me, whether small or big; is a challenge to me. I practice that scene, imagining as if it was a real life situation in my life. I accept it as a part of my living. Rest I leave it to the director, as he is the person, who extracts the best out of me. To be very honest, I am a director’s actor,” he admits with a smile on his face.
Talking about his best performances, again he gives credit to his directors, whether it was Mahesh Manjrekar, Shyam Benegal or others. “Mahesh has been a friend for a long time now. He knows, where to use me and how to extract the best out of me. I just take his instructions and do exactly what he suggests. Likewise, every new role played, is an experience for me to improvise further, after viewing it. Some people may say that I am playing more as a common man, but there are different shades into it,” he puts it courteously.
Sachin does not believe in distinguishing between a film and TV serial, provided the role is good. In Hindi, ‘Imtihaan’ was his first TV serial and we have seen him giving his best through that serial followed by ‘Sailaab’. His love for theatre also hasn’t diminished and when he witnesses some of the ongoing Marathi plays like ‘Hamidabaichi Kothi’ and ‘Kathaa’ drawing a full house. He feels very happy about it.
Sachin is now making his comeback as a hero into Marathi films, after a gap of two years, though we have seen him in recent times as a guest artiste in two of Mahesh Manjrekar’s films, namely : ‘Shikshanachya Aaicha Gho’ and ‘Lalbaug Parel’. We have also seen his ability to give his finest even through those smallest scenes. Hence, his forthcoming Marathi film ‘Tayanche Bait’ has obviously raised lot of expectations, as he is once again playing the lead role of a father of a 10 year old child. This film is an emotion filled tale with a touch of humour. When the child gets attracted towards the five star lifestyle of the city of Mumbai, the father throws a challenge to him to be a topper in the class and in return promises him a day’s stay in a five star hotel.
Today, ‘Taryanche Bait’ is not only the talk all over Maharashtra because it is Ektaa Kapoor’s first Marathi film as a producer under her new banner ‘Alt Entertainment’, but also because it is the film of Sachin Khedekar. A promising director Kiran Yadnopavit, who had earlier written three best scripts of Marathi cinema and who had earlier directed some Marathi plays, will be directing this film. Sachin has certainly given justice to that role, as witnessed in the clippings of the film. Now, all eyes on the release date of this film.
‘Shikshanachya Aaichha Gho’ takes on the taxing educational system
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Presenter: Eros International, Satya Ashwami Films, Everest Entertainments Producer: Sanjay Chhabria, Ashwami Manjrekar, Satya Manjrekar Director: Mahesh Manjrekar Story: Mahesh Manjrekar Screenplay: Ravi Jadhav Lyrics:Guru Thakur,Shrirang Godbole, Nalesh Patil Music: Ajit, Atul, Samir Cast: Sachin Khedekar, Bharat Jadhav, Saksham Kulkarni, Gauri Vaidya, Siddharth Jadhav, Kranti Redkar, Vidyadhar Joshi, Vaibhav Mangle, Kamlakar Satpute, Kishore Pradhan, Sandeep Pathak Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
Till now, our experts in education department and the Government representatives have ignored the most sensitive issue of rising suicides among children. No one has really bothered to find the exact cause and a solution. But, as they say, media has lot to do. Film making is a very creative filed and if a particular issue is presented properly, it can certainly invite the attention of one and all. A change in our educational system is a long time demand and director Mahesh Manjrekar decided to take on this issue seriously through his latest film ‘Shikshanachya Aaichha Gho’( SAG) .
He did face the opposition before release of his film, for using a konkani slang in the title; but managed the opposition diplomatically. Finally, ‘SAG’ saw the opening day at theatres all over Maharashtra with houseful shows even in multiplexes. A simple story of a teenager from a middle class family ( Saksham Kulkarni) , who is good at cricket but is an average student in his studies. The father ( Bharat Jadhav) who is working in Municipality office, wants his son to do well in his studies too. He does not approve his progress in cricket, as he feels that the game will only come in the way of his studies. One day, he scolds his son for non performance in exams and breaks his bat. He beats up his son and in a scuffle, pushes him away, when the child hits his head against the bed and bleeds turning nconscious. He is rushed to hospital and is operated upon, but does not recover as he moves into coma.
The father repents, but his friends and well wishers in the neighborhood including his daughter(Gauri Vaidya) extend both financial and moral support during this period of crisis. He brings his son back home under the advice of hospital doctor and offers all treatment at home. Finally, one of his friends who is working in a hospital, arranges an operation of his son by a US returned doctor(Mahesh Manjrekar) . The son recovers and the father wins his battle against the education system, with the chief minister giving him assurance to look into this issue. Now, to present this issue, director Mahesh Manjrekar has displayed a good cinematic presentation through touching scenes and hard hitting dialogues to make the audience think seriously about the change
required and instigating the parents to oppose such a system. At the same time, he has tried to convince the parents not to expect too much from their children and encourage them more in the areas of their interest. Very cleverly he has used certain locations to create the desired impact through his 1hour 48 mins long film.
In this film, you will find Bharat Jadhav in a different role. Though there are few scenes to bring in humour, especially in the company of a shop keeper cum money lender Ibrahim( Siddharth Jadhav) and his kind hearted neighborhood friends comprising of Kishore Pradhan and others. The character of Nalini (Kranti Redkar) having soft corner to this family, has been cleverly used to complete the requirement of female lead; as the hero is shown as a widower. And, she has played her part well.
Both the children Saksham and Gauri are proper choice in the film doing their respective roles. The director’s favourite -Sachin Khedekar makes his appearance as the chief minister in that climax scene. Overall presentation of the film is good, with not much scope for music, but clever editing work keeps the audience engaged with the screenplay. The sincere effort of the film maker is to be lauded for taking on this taxing educational system through this film.
The imporatnt changes in our education system at school level the film suggests are:
1) Allowing students with their choice of subjects.
2) Vocational guidance a must at seondary level. &
3) To do away with rank system.
Rekha evokes with reminiscence of Smita Patil
She arrives on the dais in the capacity of a chief guest amidst a big applause, she releases the book on Smita and then conquers the capacity packed crowd in the auditorium with her emotion filled speech. This was the scene at Y.B. Chavan Centre, South Mumbai on Tuesday 22 September 2009. Indeed, Rekha still has that charisma to pull the elite crowd, whenever she attends such events. And, this one was a special one.
The occasion was to release the second edition of the Marathi book ‘Smita, Smit Aani Mee’ written by Lalita Tamhane. The event was supported by musical evening organized by Yashwant Ingawane. Prior to the release of the book, few memorable songs were rendered by popular singers and some scenes from Smita’s films were shown on the projection system. Sonali Kulkarni and Sachin Khedekar did the comparing of the event narrating some memorable happenings in the life of late Smita Patil. The programme was delayed by an hour due to heavy rains that lashed the city almost coinciding with the time of the function.
Renowned photographer Gautam Rajadykshya who was present on the occasion in the capacity of special invitee, spoke first in Marathi and later switched over to English. He had a chit chat with Rekha, trying to recall their friendship and memorable moments she shared with her best friend. Dressed in a beautiful light Golden shade saree, Rekha appeared Stunning. With soft spoken words and alluring smile, she captured the hearts of the elite audience who responded spontaneously to every answer that she countered to Gautam’s witty questions. After releasing the book, she asked for two copies of the same and held them close to her heart. Then observing the cover photo of her friend, she kissed her photo.
While handing over copies of the book to Smita’s parents Shivajirao and Vidyatai Patil, she bowed down to seek their blessings. Smita’s sisters were also present on the occasion. When Smita’s son Pratik was called on the dais, Rekha greeted him with a hug and appealed to him to display his talent as early as possible, as she couldn’t wait any longer. She was more keen on Pratik giving his best as an actor. “If I were to imagine Smita in a male form, it is only Pratik I can think of,” said the veteran actress.
Few celebrities from Marathi and Hindi films were present on the occasion. Event was hosted by Ameya Infotainment.
‘MI SHIVAJIRAJE BHOSALE BOLATOYE’ REVIEW
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Rating: ★★★ ½
Presenter: Eros Intertainments Producer: Everest Entertainmets, Ashwimi Films Director: Santosh Majrekar Story: Mahesh Manjrekar Music: Ajit-Atul-Sameer Cast: Mahesh Majrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Suchitra Bandekar, Siddarth Jadhav, Makarand Anaspure, Priya Bapat, Abhijeet Kelkar Movie Review by: Kashmira Pawaskar |
We have seen many movies and serials on one of the greatest Kings of all times – The Great Shivaji, but this movie has presented this great King in a way never before. “Himmat asel tar adva” means “Stop me if you can’’ was a thrilling dialogue which made the whole movie revolve around. This movie is on the lines of a simple man of India and filters it to our Maharashtra – Marathi Manoos and his struggle and his inferiority complex.
Story is about a Marathi family, whose head, Dinkar Bhosale played by Sachin Khedkar is drained of his tedious life & “ghati” treatment by others. The movie then takes a turn around & that particular person fights the problems he faces with rational & very possible approaches with the help of Shivaji Maharaj. The film is having a very long canvas which revolves from the 16th century to the 21st century and that includes the current day scenario. It has a good culmination of Shivaji Maharaj’s history with present circumstances.
The movie is about self respect and respect of your community, culture, ethics, religion, caste,secular characteristic of the nation, bonding with your soil, love for your motherland and much more. It well enacted within a tight gripping script depicting anxiety within each Mumbaikar. The film has great message and it’s to the point and has been executed with great maturity. The issues of throughway people getting jobs, hotel business dominated by Punjabis and south Indians, government jobs by north Indians Real estate by Marwaris, Stock markets by Gujratis etc are handled perfectly well.
There are so many punching lines and effortless scenes that it shall raise blood in your viens. Also to mention dialogues got a round of applause from the audience many a times. Sachin Khedkar gave a breathtaking scene when he gets very frustrated by the scenario around him. It’s his chimera that he is speaking to the great Marathas of all time, Babashaheb Ambedkar, Mahatma Phule, Veer Savrkar, Tilak etc.
All characters have played their role with full justice & the movie also has a strong story line. The best performance in this larger than life character is of Mahesh Manjrekar playing the role of Shivaji Maharaj. The dialogue delivery by Sachin
Khedekar playing the protagonist and Mahesh Manjrekar is so great that it keeps fully involved till the very end.
The story becomes somewhat predictable after the entry of Shivaji Maharaj and it might give an notion of Lage Raho Munna bhai, where in our Munna meets the Mahatma and that Mahatma guides him through. It’s on the same line but with a different view. The script is sharper and it carries a great balance and entertainment till the very end.
The ‘Powada’,Maharastra’s one of the traditional song which is happening to be cost around one crore.This song is played just before the climax to inspired the protagonist when he is tend to accept defeat infront before fighting.One cant forget the ‘Ji Ji’ song sunged by Sukwinder Singh creating an great impact throughout the movie.The cinematography is superb and the fort scenes with taken with full compassion. The best part in the movie is no doubt the screenplay.
Can say a very excellent & strong message conveying Marathi movie after a long time. Must Watch….!
‘Mi Shivajiraje Bhosale Bolatoye’ has received enormous response from all over Maharashtra.
In Indian history the kings had effectively influenced the life of us. Most of them were inherited their crown but Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was totally different from them. With the help of guidance from his mother Jijabai and teacher Dadoji Konde he established the Hindu Swaraj and save the common people from Nizam Shah and Mugals. This Swaraj was the best example of good administration wherein slow and gradually Marathi Sansruti developed.
Now we noticed that Maharashtra which is made by him with many difficulties is now in danger because of the immigrants from another states. The calm and quite nature of Maharashtrians has been misused by these people. So Mahesh Manjerkar has made a movie giving message that Marathi should make a progress of its own.
Ashvami films and Everest entertainment private limited has produced ‘Mi Shivajiraje bhosale bolatoye’ which has released in two hundred theatres which itself is a record for Marathi film. On the first day itself it has been seen that the movie has received enormous response from all over Maharashtra.
The catchy line of the movie ‘Himat Asel Tar Adva’ is creating a huge impact . Produced by Sanjay Chhabria and Ashvami and directed by Santosh Manjerkar this movie is on the verge of creating a revolution. The story revolves around the problems of middle class Marathi manoos.To revive his self respect, Shivaji Maharaj comes to take rebirth. Mahesh Manjerkar is playing the lead role of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj while Sachin Khedekar, Makarand Anaspure,Suchtra Bandekar, Priya Bapat,Sidharth Jadav and special role of Ankush Chaudhari, Bharat Jadhav ,Bharat Dabolkar, Kamlesh Sawant ,Meghana Arende.
For the first time for Marathi film various innovative promotional techniques are used on large scale.