Grand teaser of ‘Raanti’ released
Produced by Puneet Balan Studios and directed by Samit Kakkad have made a biggest action film in Marathi which is titled ‘Raanti’. Recently, the grand teaser of this film was released on social media, which shows lead actor Sharad Kelkar uttering the powerful dialogue ‘Apun Full on Danger…. Don’t take me light..’ while playing the strong character of Vishnu, while taking on the villain of this film.
According to the makers of this film, this film will be presenting not only action but also emotions and romance. This film’s story is by Hrishikesh Koli and music is by Ajit Parab. Background music by Amar Mohile, action scenes by Ezaaz Gulab, cinematography by Setu Sriram, editing by Ashish Mhatre are the other credits. The film is now all set for release on 22nd November 2024.
Marathi film ‘Date Bhet’ progressing fast in London
While we in Maharashtra are still facing some lock down restrictions which has affected shootings of Marathi films, some of our artistes are busy shooting in London. Director Lokesh Gupte after directing two films ‘Ek Sangaychay’ [read review] and ‘Runanubandh’ is busy as a director with shooting schedule of his new Marathi film ‘Date Bhet’ starring the trio comprising of Sonalee Kulkarni, Santosh Juvekar & Hemant Dhome. The film is produced by Amey Khopkar, Swati Khopkar, Ninad Battin & Tabrez Patel.
There is already a buzz on social media about this film as both Sonalee and Santosh have shared the photos of the London shoot with their crew members. The story of this film is written by Ashwini Shende-Bagwadkar while cinematography is by Pradeep Khanvilkar. Presented by AVK Entertainment and EasyMyTrip, this film will be ready for release during the new year
Marathi artistes are making good progress in Hindi web series
During this lock down period, when the release of films, shows of Dramas and shootings of films and TV serials have come to a halt, many home viewers have switched over to web series. And when we go through some of the Hindi web series released on different web channels in the recent past, we find many Marathi artistes in prominent roles.
In the newly released web series ‘Hundred’ on Hotstar Specials , Rinku Rajguru finds a parallel role along with Lara Dutta and the trailer of this series clearly indicates that she has a lead role. There are other two Marathi Actor Hrishikesh Joshi and Rohini Hattangadi who have also found prominent roles. Incidentally, Hrishikesh Joshi was also seen in a prominent role of a police Inspector in another popular web series ‘Breathe’ shown on Amazon Original video.
MX player which presents a web series ‘Ek Thi Begum’ in Hindi as well as Marathi Actress Anuja Sathe in title role, with Santosh Juvekar and others . But, the language of this serial is very rough. On the same channel there is another Hindi and Marathi serial ‘Samantar’ starring Swwapnil Joshi and Nitish Bharadwaj. There is another web channel Voot , which offers an interesting Hindi web series ‘The Raikar Case’ a murder mystery directed by Aditya Sarpotdar , which also stars Atul Kulkarni , Ashwini Bhave, Manva Naik , Lalit Prabhakar, Ajay Purkar and Vaishnavi Kadam in prominent roles along with well known Hindi artistes. But, this serial too has used a rough abusive languages uttered by politicians and members of so called affluent family.
Anuja Sathe to play title role in bilingual web series
Talented Marathi actress Anuja Sathe Gokhale who was seen in Marathi and Hindi films in prominent roles since last 6 years, will now play title role in forthcoming bilingual web series ‘EkThi Begum’, which is a revenge story set on the backdrop of 1980 period.
Anuja plays the character of Ashraf Bhatkar alias Sapna, who takes the revenge against Don Maksud (Ajay Gehi), who is behind the death of her husband Zahir (Ankit Mohan). Directed by Sachin Darekar , this web series will be available for free viewing on MX Player from 8th April 2020.
Recently, the trailer of this film was released. Speaking about her role in this series, Anuja says, “Till now we have only heard about the male Mafia/Don , but now, you will see a story of a woman who turns Mafia Queen, to take the revenge of her husband’s death”. Along with Anuja and Ankit this series stars Chinmay Mandlekar, Rajendra Shirsatkar, Resham, Abhijit Chavan, Pradeep Doitode, Vithal Kale, Nazar Khan, Vijay Nikam, Anil Nagarkar, Suchit Jadhav, Raju Athavale, & Santosh Juvekar in prominent roles.
First look poster of Samit Kakkad’s next Marathi film ’36 Gunn’ released
Samit Kakkad who earlier directed Marathi films of different generes like ‘Aayna Ka Bayna’, ‘Half Ticket’ and ‘Aascharya Chakit’ is now getting ready with his next Marathi film ’36 Gunn’ which will be released next year 2020. The first look poster of this film was released recently. Through this film Writer Hrishikesh Koli and director Samit Kakkad are expected to present a good equation.
Santosh Juvekar and Purva Pawar will play lead central roles in this film will comment on the mentality of relationships of today’s youth on the marriage system. Highlight of this film is that it has been shot at 90 different locations in London and Mumbai. Produced by Samit Kakkad, Mohan Nadar and Savitri Vinod Gaikwad the cinematography of this film is by award winning cinematographer Prasad Bhende. First look poster of this film also indicate a lot. In short, there is a lot expected from this film.
‘Aatta Bass’ will be the strong voice of common man
Through some successful Bollywood films we have heard the strong voice of a common man fighting against injustice. And the best example was the film ‘Wednesday’. Not that Marathi film makers were not able to raise such voice. They just couldn’t find a strong script. Now, producers Sandeep Patil, Adv. Pandit Rathod & Alankrit Rathod are offering a Marathi film ‘Aatta Bass’ which will present the power of common Man.
Directed by Shirish Rane and produced by Sandeep Patil, Ad. Pandit Rathod, Alankit Rathod the poster and ‘Vande Mataram’ song of this film was released recently in presence of distinguished guests and popular film personalities like Santosh Juvekar, Vidyadhar Joshi, Sunil Barve, Abhijit Panse, Pushkar Shrotri, Pradeep Patwardhan and others, who are part of this title song. This song penned by Subodh Pawar is composed by ‘Chak De India’ fame Krushna Barua and music is by Vijay Gatlewar.
The film stars Sayaji Shinde, Anant Jog, Manoj Joshi, Vikram Gokhale, Mukta Barve, Anant Mahadevan, Sanjay Mone, Dr. Vilas Ujavane and others. Anand Mhasvekar has written the story of this film with screenplay and dialogues written by Yogesh Gavas and Shrish Rane. Cinematography is by Dhananjay Kulkarni
Adham Movie Trailer
Movie: Adham
Director: Abhishek Arvind Kelkar
Music: Rohit Nagbhide
Cast: Santosh Juvekar, Gauri Nalawade, Kishore Kadam, Shashank Shende, Suhas Palshikar, Suhas Shirsat, Umesh Jagtap, Padmanabh Bind
Santosh Juvekar to play an Army Officer in German Science fiction film
If you were thinking why actor Santosh Juvekar has been working so hard on his fitness with Gym and Yoga training, here is the answer. Santosh will be seen in a German film based on science fiction, in the role of an Army Officer. Santosh is presently busy with the workshop for this film as this will be his first international project. For this project, he is also learning the German language under the expert teacher. So hard he has worked on his fitness that he now looks like a perfect army Officer.
Speaking about his training, Santosh says, “In the armed services, the soldiers are given tough training physically and mentally with mind games played with them. And to make them tough and strong, even mentally third-degree training is given to them. This film is based on this subject and I am playing the role of a German army Officer- Peter. The filmmakers will be sending this film at the forthcoming German Film festival.“
‘Chhatrapati Shasan’ – a timely film with a social message
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is considered as a great source of inspiration by people of Maharashtra. And therefore, today we find some of our politicians taking advantage of this situation, to exploit the sentiments of the people, when it comes to gaining or retaining their power. Best examples are caste politics and statue politics. But, is this what is going to benefit the new generation? This is what the latest released Marathi film ‘Chhatrapati Shasan‘ has tried to show with a timely message.
This film narrates the principles on which the great warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj emphasized during his rule. The film does highlight some of the important issues, such as instead of worshiping symbols and idols or excitedly raising slogans like ‘Jai Shivaji’, it is important to understand the truth about the strategies of Shivaji Maharaj while establishing his empire through his wisdom, bravery and thoughts.
The first half of ‘Chhatrapati Shasan‘ film wastes a lot of time, explaining about the existing situation in villages where the so called leaders using Shivaji Maharaj as their strength, don’t know much about the great warrior and his ideology. But then, in the second half of the film we find the emergence of a protagonist, who wants to educate the people from his village towards progress, by starting their own company with active participation from one and all. There are many such scenes in the film, which hits out at the blind faith some people have in their leaders. But, at the same time, it shows how the mindset of young leaders can change, after realizing their own weaknesses.
The film also reveals some of the facts, which made Shivaji Maharaj so popular among the people of all castes and religions. At the same time it also removes the misconception that Shivaji Maharaj was anti-Muslim, citing examples from history, how many of his close associates and loyalists were Muslims, who helped him win many battles. ‘Trust’ was the key in his administration, which helped him to achieve success and become the first Management Guru. This is what the film highlights This is what the film highlights, as the perception differs from person to person.
Director Khushal Mhetre who has also written the screenplay and dialogues of this film, has been able to show his strengths, particularly in the second half. Through all the four important characters, namely Ranjit ( Santosh Juvekar), Amar ( Prashant Mohite), Samar Sir ( Makarand Deshpande) and a wanderer ( Kishore Kadam) he has tried to present his subject and all these artistes have responded well. There is no scope for female artistes in the film, as it is a male dominated film with a serious subject. However, few characters like a so called Don played by Abhijeet Chavan and others try to generate some humour for a change. The inclusion of dance seemed to be unnecessary in the screenplay. Photography is good but the music did not appeal much. Kishore Kadam has impressed through his meaningful poems. All in all, ‘Chhatrapati Shasan‘ is a timely film with a social message.
‘Chhatrapati Shasan’ salutes our soldiers
The makers of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Chhatrapati Shasan’ arranged the premier show of their film, which was screened at the Belgavi in the Sharkat Hall of Maratha Light Infantry. This film produced by Prabodhan Films and Sawai Martand, directed by Khushal Mhetre and is all set to release in the theaters all over Maharashtra on coming 15th March. On this occasion Colonel P. L. Jairam, Subhedar Major K. Harekar, Chandrakant Tikurle, producer of the film Chatrapati Shasan, Priyanka Kagle and some 300 to 350 jawans of the regiment were present along with team of the film.
The reason for organising this special show for the jawans was to boost their confidence and to applaud their work and this was thoroughly enjoyed by them. Producers of the film informed that, not only this film is dedicated to the Mawla’s who lived and died for the ‘Swarajya’ (self rule) and today’s Indian soldiers; but also that 10% of its total revenue from the film will go towards the welfare of the soldiers. During this event, Colonel Jairam spoke from his heart that this concept is very unique in the sense that instead of following the custom of organising the film’s premier with the celebrities of the film industry, it was done with the soldiers. Also, Subhedar Major K. Harekar mentioned a special thing about the film that, many are unaware of the exact thoughts of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.