Kamlesh Sawant to play Gomaji Patil in ‘Shaheed Bhai Kotwal’
Kamlesh Sawant has already established himself as an actor through variety of memorable roles in Hindi and Marathi films so far. Now, he will be seen playing an important role of a committed freedom fighter Shahid Gomaji Patil in forthcoming Marathi film ‘Shaheed Bhai Kotwal’, which is due for release on 24th January 2020.
Produced by Pravin Dattatray Patil and directed by Eknath Desale and Parag Sawant the story, screenplay and dialogues are penned by Eknath Desale. Besides the central character of Bhail Kotwal, the film also revolves around the brave father and son duo Gomaji Patil and Hiraji Patil. Shahid Bhai Kotwal formed his own army to fight British rulers and sacrificed his life at the young age of 31. Actor Kamalesh Swant who plays the character of Gomaji is confident that the characters in this film would inspire the audience.
The film also stars Ashutosh Patki,Rujuta bagwe, Nishigandha Wad, Madhavi Juvekar, Arun Nalawade, Ganesh Yadav, Pankaj Vishnu, Milind dastane, Siddheshwar Zadbuke, Srirang Deshmukh, Abhay Rane, Paresh Hindurao & Prajakta Dighe.
Release of ‘Shahid Bhai Kotwal’ to coincide with Republic day
Freedom Fighter Late Bhai Kotwal known for his famous slogan ‘Either freedom or heaven’ inspired others during the freedom struggle against the British rule in India. Now, a Marathi film (Shahid Bhai Kotwal) on his life is all set for release on 24th January 20120 which coincides with Republic Day of India. Recently, the exciting trailer of this film was launched on social media.
‘Shahid Bhai Kotwal’ is produced by Pravin Dattatray Patil and directed by Eknath Deslae and Parag Sawant , while Eknath Desle has written the story screenplay and dialogues of this film. Besides Bhai Kotwal, the film will also present the bravery act of father and son duo Gomaji Patil and Hiraji Patil.
The film presents the strong star cast comprising of Ashutosh Patki, Rutuja Bagwe, Nishigandha Wad, Madhavi Juvekar, Arun Nalawade, Ganesh Yadav, Pankaj Vishnu, Kamalesh Sawant , Milind Dastane, Siddheshwar Zadbuke, Shrirang Deshmukh, Abhay Rane, Paresh Hindurao, Prajakta Dighe in prominent roles. Tushar Vibhute has handled the camera, while music is composed by Ashok Patki, Rupesh Gondhali & Bharat Badekar with popular singers like Suresh Wadkar, Swapnil bandodkar , Aadarsh Shinde, Dnyaneshwar Meshram & Aishwarya Dele rendering their voice for the songs in this film.
Marathi Film on the life of Hutatma Bhai Kotwal
Marathi silver screen has always been in the forefront to pay tributes to great reformers and freedom fighters from Maharashtra. Now, film maker F.M. Illyas ( ‘Arjun‘ fame) is all set to make a film on the life of Hutatma Bhai Kotwal. Known for his selfless service to the society in the capacity of a lawyer, his work has been highly appreciated by people from Maharashtra. Bhai Kotwal was known for his free legal service to poor farmers, who were indebted and harassed by moneylenders.
His sacrifice while fighting against the Britishers is also known to all. Now, through this film, the new generation will come to know about his contribution to the society.
The selection artistes to play the main characters of the film is in progress. The film will be made with international standard. In the meanwhile, the film maker has appealed to all those interested, to mail their profiles to nishigandha4v[at]gmail.com