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.
Mi Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy’s music launched by Raj Thackeray
The much awaited movie of the year, ‘Mi Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy’ is ready to release The movie written by renowned Bollywood actor-directer Mahesh Manjrekar & directed by Santosh Manjrekar. Movie will be released in theatres on April 3.
The movie has already become famous for the use of its modern technology, eminent actors, strong storyline and music and beautiful scenic locations. The movie produced under the banner of Ashwami Films and Everest Entertainment.
The music Cds was launched by MNS chief Raj Thackeray at Shivaji Park in Mumbai. Also present on the occasion were President of NCP from Mumbai Sachin Ahire, his wife Sangeeta Ahire, wife of Chief Minister Ashok Chavan. Such a programme took place for the first time on Shivaji Park. “I had heard the story of the movie before and so I came for the release of the music and for the mahurat. I will continue to do whatever I can for the Marathi Manoos. Shivaji Maharaj has been an idol and his teachings should put into action,” said Thackeray.
The actors in this movie are Sachin Khedekar, Suchitra Bandekar, Makarand Anaspure, Siddharth Jadhav, Priya Bapat. Mahesh Manjrekar plays the role of Shivaji Maharaj. The song written by Guru Thakur, Ajit Parab, Shrirung Godbole, Prakash Chauhan and Adnayta Das is about how Shivaji Maharaj comes to the rescue of the character Dinkar played by Sachin Khedekar. Dinkar is so stressed in life by the comments by the society that he starts doubting his identity and at one point says that he is ashamed of being a Maharashtrian.
‘KADACHIT’ REVIEW
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Rating: na
Producer: Mrs. Usha Bhave Director: Chandrakant Kulkarni Story: Girish Joshi Cast: Ashvini Bhave, Sachin Khedekar, Sadashiv Amarapurkar, Tushar Dalavi, Sulekha Talvalkar, Dr.Sharad Bhutadiya, Satish Aalekar… Movie Review by: Nayana |
Truth is always stranger than the fiction. Nevertheless, every one runs behind the truth. But sometimes we realize that it is better if some things remain unknown. The new marathi movie ‘Kadachit’ deals with conflict between truth and lies and its alarming impact on emotional entanglement resulted in psychological disorders.
Marathi Mulgi and the Producer of ‘Kadachit’, Ashwini Bhave was very excited talking to MMW team about this film. A well-known Neuro-surgeon Dr. Gayatri Pradhan, her husband and her lovely daughter Piyu… live happily till one day when a person (better to see this person on screen) from Gayatri’s past enters their lives and the happiness shatters. A little mistake done by Gayatri unintentially in the past disturbs the whole life of that person and when she realises this she gets psychologically disturbed . At last the truth comes into the light and Gayatri not only recuperates from this mental disorder but rejuvenate her beautiful life.
Well-known producer Girish Joshi has written the story. Ashwini accepted the challenge to make a movie on it and succeeded with the help of Director Chandrakant Kulkarni(‘Bindhast’ fame). Dialogues are by Girish Joshi.
After a prolong stay abroad, the graceful Ashwini has arrived with a bang!! A confident and successful Neuro- surgeon, an ideal wife, a caring mother and a collapsed lady… Ashwini has played the lead role whole- heartedly. Accompanying actors Sachin Khedekar, Tushar Dalvi, Sharad Bhutadia, Sulekha Talwalkar and child artist Twinkle Raikar’s performances are outstanding. Sadashiv Amrapurkar, in a role of a father grabs attention because of his performance. This movie has no songs, but Amar Mohile’s eerie background music is in palce with movies mood. Cameraman Rajiv Jain’s excellent work deserves a special mention.
A strong story, impressive dialogues, mature direction and outstanding performance lead to an excellent movie. ‘Kadachit’ just confirms this and MMW confidently says that the movie’s success is ‘Nakkich’ (certainly)!!!!