Mohan Joshi, Savita Malpekar together return to Marathi stage
Known for their memorable performances together in Marathi play ‘Gadhvacha Lagna’ in the past, the renowned pair of Mohan Joshi and Savita Malpekar will be returning together with their new Marathi play ‘Sumi Aani Aamhi’. The first show of this play will be staged on 22nd April 2023. Produced by Rajas Sanjay Godse & Shailesh Raje, this play is directed by Purshottam Berde. This play is written by Rajan Mohadikar.
Speaking about his role, Mohan Joshi says, “I am playing the role of Anand Dhadphale. This play is written by my friend Rajan Mohadikar and therefore I was confident that it will be an interesting subject. Moreover, I am getting a chance to work with Savita and Purshottam, which is more special.” Savita Malpekar who is returning to Marathi stage after 12 long years, feels that having got an opportunity to work with renowned people like Mohan Joshi and Purshottam Berde, which itself was a big thing for her.
Purushottam Berde to return to stage direction after 9 years
Renowned playwright , producer , music director and production designer Purushottam Berde will be making his comeback as a director of Marathi drama. His new play ‘Sumi aani Aamhi (सुमि अणि आम्ही)’ , Besides direction, he will be the production designer and music director of this play.
Produced by Rajas Productions and Mayboli Chitra, ‘Sumi AAni Aamhi’ will be staged with the first show during the mid April 2023. This play stars well known artistes like Mohan Joshi, Savita Malpekar, Shraddha Pokhrankar, Uday Lagoo, Rajesh Chitnis, Pradeep Joshi and Chandrashekhar Bhagwat. Light arrangement will be by Shital Talpade.
This play will present the story of a family, where the mother and father struggle hard to accomplish the mission of their daughter Sumi. Purushottam Berde who has contributed to Marathi stage since 1977, feels that he had this opportunity to present this story to Marathi stage audience, as Rajan Mohadikar the producer had confidence in him. “I am sure that audience would love this play,” he said.
‘Sasu Day’ celebrated by ‘SasuCha Swayamvar’ team
Now days, Movie making process doesn’t stop at the last ‘cut’ or on completion of post-production work . Film promotions have gained a lot more importance these days; and the producers do not wish to ignore this. Again, each one tries to think of ‘out-of-box’ ideas, to generate enthusiasm about the movie till the release.
Friendship day! Rose day! Valentine’s day! These are the few days celebrated throughout the year world over. A new Marathi film ‘SasuCha Swayamvar’ came up with a novel idea during their Trailer launch event. They celebrated ’till-not-celebrated’ ‘Sasu’ day! (Mother-in-law day) on 12th March . Usually, during the trailer launch, songs are played on AV, but the makers of ‘Sasucha Swayamvar’ made it different by putting in a live performance, by dancers on combo of 4 songs of the film and bringing the film’s ‘Sasu’ on dais in a ‘Doli’.
While celebrating Sasu day in a unique way, they invited some of the Marathi artists who are identified for their mother-in-law roles. Usha Nadkarni (arrived much before time), Reema, Supriya Pilgaonkar , Harshada Khanvilkar and Savita Malpekar (who arrived at the fag end of the event), were present to represent ‘Sasu’. Smita Gavankar who was ably anchoring the event, requested all the guests to speak on the occasion. Ms Nadkarni, Ms Reema, Ms Pilgaonkar, Ms Khanvilkar, all of them hailed the idea of ‘Sasu day’ and wished the makers a grand success. Sachin Pilgaonkar was also present, remembered Pushkar Jog for starting his film career with him, as a child artist.
‘SasuCha Swayamvar’ is produced under the banner of Seven Seas Motion Pictures Pvt. Ltd. and produced by Santosh Parab and Sameer Parab. This film is directed by debutant director Omkar Mane, who has written the story and screenplay too; stars Pushkar Jog, Teja Deokar, Vishakha Sarpotdar, Vijay Chavan, Satish Tare (his last film), Jaywant Wadkar, Bhargavi Chirmule (guest appearance), and hindi stand-up comedian Sunil Pal. This romantic comedy film is slated for release on 24th April 2015.