‘Vaalvi’ bags National award for Best Marathi film
The 70th National best film awards have been announced recently. Paresh Mokashi’s film ‘Vaalvi’ has bagged the best Marathi film National award this year. This thrill-com film produced by Zee Studios and Maysabha Karmanook Mandali is directed by Paresh Mokashi. With story, screenplay and dialogues by Paresh Mokashi and Madugandha Kulkarni, this film stars Swapnil Joshi, Anita Date, Subodh Bhave and Shivani Surve in the lead roles.
‘Vaalvi’ being the first Marathi thrill-com film had received good response even from Non Marathi film lovers, because of its new subject. Reacting to this happy moment, Director Paresh Mokashi said, “This is a very happy moment. This award is not my individual award, but it is for my entire team. I am also grateful to the audience.
Paresh Mokashi ‘Vaalvi’ to release on 13th January 2023
Zee Talkies and Paresh Mokashi have together in the past released two successful films ‘Elizabeth Ekadashi’ and ‘Chi va Chi Sou Ka’ Now, their next film ‘Vaalvi’ is all set for release on 13th January 2023. To make this announcement Director Paresh Mokashi has released an unusual teaser , in which we see him talking to the four lead artistes of the film, telling them the subject of the film, which highlights ‘termite’ a dangerous insect which feds on wood.
However, there is a lot of curiosity among the film lovers, as to what type of characters the four lead artistes in the film , namely Swapnil Joshi, Anita Date, Subodh Bhave and Shivani Surve will be playing in this film. Incidentally, ‘Vaalvi’ was won the Best film award at the 13th Chicago South Asian Film Festival and therefore there are big hopes from this film. Even otherwise, Zee Talkies and Paresh Mokashi will make a hat trick with this film’s release.
Diwali offering in the form of ‘Triple Seat’ & ‘Hirkani’ for Marathi film lovers
For a long time Marathi film lovers have been waiting for a good film which would keep them engaged besides offering entertainment. Now, for this Diwali they have a choice, as two Marathi films of different genres are released this Friday. While ‘Triple Seat’ starring Ankush Chaudhari, Shivani Surve and Pallavi Patil seems to be a light hearted entertaining love story, ‘Hirakani’ starring Sonalee Kulkarni and Chinmay Mandlekar presents the historical story of a mother, from the period of Shivaji, who scaled down the steep edges of the Raigad fort to reach out to her baby, not caring for her own life. It is this courage displayed by this leading lady , she received the honours with the title ‘Hirkani’.
As Ankush will be returning to Marathi films in the lead role after a gap of two years, it will be interesting to watch him in this so called masala entertainer. Another highlight of this film is the entry of Bollywood actor Rakesh Bedi in an important role. Directed by Sanket Prakash Pavse, , the film also stars Pravin Tarde along with Vaibhav Mangale and Vidyadhar Joshi. On the other hand, ‘Hirakani‘ which is a period film directed by Prasad Oak, has something worth to convey from the history of Maharashtra. Other highlights of this film are, music composed by Amitraj and one song rendered by renowned singer Asha Bhosale.
Hemant Dhome shoots Satarcha Salman song using his creativity
Every director has his own ideas especially when a song from the film is to be shot. Location plays very important role in song picturisation. And we have seen this happen in Hemant Dhome directed last film ‘Ye re Ye Re Paisa 2′. No wonder songs of this film were used during its trailer launch. Now, Hemant Dhome is busy shooting his next film ‘Satarcha Salman’ . Few days ago he revealed the names of two actresses opposite his lead hero Suyog Gorhe. Now, we understand that he shot an important song from this film with the wordings of the title of this film in Kenjal village in Satara.
The song depicts a colourful atmosphere with villagers wearing traditional dresses while dancing and Suyog Gorhe getting good response from co artistes in this dance sequence. Speaking about his humorous experience while picturing this song, he said, “I wanted a very suitable atmosphere around to picture this song. But, being a village I could not find proper background. Finally, I requested the villagers living around the main square of the village that I would like to paint their houses with different colours. And they agreed immediately. In fact, they came up with the choice of different bright colours selected by each one of them. Their prompt response only boosted my confidence and everything went on well.”
Sayali Sanjeev and Shivani Surve to play female lead in ‘Satarcha Salman’
Recently, when the teaser of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Satarcha Salman’ was unveiled on social media it presented the dashing look of lead actor Suyog Gorhe . And it received overwhelming response from the viewers. But, there was curiosity among the viewers to know who was in the female lead in this film. Now, this curtain has been raised and it has been disclosed that there will be two female artistes in the female lead.
Sayali Sanjeev and Shivani Surve are the two faces in the female lead opposite Suyog Gorhe in this film, which has been indicated through their character poster released on social media. While Sayali sanjeev will be playing the innocent and simple character of Madhuri Mane, the bold and dashing character of Deepika Bhosale will be played by Shivani Surve. Now, it remains to be seen who will be the heroine of Suyog Gorhe in this film?
Produced by Prakash Sindhi the film is written and directed by Hemant Dhome, who has handled variety of subjects so far. The film will be released on 11th October 2019 all over Maharashtra.
Ankush Chaudhari’s ‘Triple Seat’ for Diwali
After his film ‘Deva’, we haven’t heard much from actor Ankush Chaudhari for the past two years. But now, during this Diwali on 24th October 2019 he will be riding with ‘Triple Seat’ to entertain his fans. Produced by Anushka Motion Pictures & Entertainments & Ahmednagar Film Company, the motion poster of this film was launched on social media recently.
The poster has been designed in such a way to show Ankush Chaudhari in Lord krishna’s pose holding a flute in his hands and on his both sides are his two heroines of this film. The tagline of this film’s title ‘Wireless Premachi Katha’ clearly indicates that it will be a romantic film. But, whose love story is this film, still remains a mystery. Even the identity of the two heroines is not disclosed.
Directed by Sanket Prakash Pavse this film’s story, screenplay, dialogues and creative direction is by Ad. Abhijit Arwind Dalvi. Music and background music is by Avinash-Vishwajeet while the team of lyricists comprise of Guru Thakur, Mandar Cholkar, Ashwini Shende & Vishwajeet Joshi. DoP- Pushpank Gawde , art- Santosh Sakhand & editing by Mayur Hardas are the other credits.
Shivani Surve returns to Big Boss-2 with a bang
Popular television actress Shivani Surve, who had to leave Big Boss-2 on health grounds , has made her re-entry to this show with a bang. It may be recalled that Shivani had become a popular choice of viewers during the first month of the show. But, after her exit due to health problems her fans and admirers were very disappointed. But, now with her re-entry they are all happy and expect a good competition in the show, with already some split groups among the participants.
Shivani made her re entry in a dramatic way, when she brought pastries for all the participants and they too welcomed her with a broad smile. However, this time her re entry is not as a contestant but as a guest. Shivani’s re entry has also invited lots of welcome reactions in the form of messages, from her fans on the ‘Colors Marathi’ social networking page. Now, it remains to be seen how her physical presence will face the existing differences among the participants. But, one thing is sure that her return to this show has invited more interest.
Shivani Surve has experienced ‘Sunshine after tears’
Behind every successful artiste there is a struggle, if there are no godfathers around. Marathi actress Shivani Surve is one of them. Shivani narrated her ‘Sunshine after tears’ story of struggle recently in a reality show . She recalled her days of struggle while she lived in Dombivali and later shifted to Sion. “There was a time when we never had money to cook sufficient food at home. I still remember, my younger sister had to survive with one Parle G biscuit pack for the whole day. At that time, I decided to do something for the family.” said Shivani.
Her acting career at initial stage was full of struggle. When she lived at Dombivali and had to travel different places for her stage shows, once she and her grandmother had to spend night on railway platform. But, determined that she was, she worked hard , till she found a big break on television in 20111. Thereafter, she didn’t look back. Shivani Surve not only fulfilled the dream of her mother to have a house just 15 minutes away from the beach but also brought her own car.
I enjoy playing cute bubbly characters- Shivani Surve
Today she is known as ‘Devyani’ among all Marathi TV viewers, because of her title role in Star Pravah’s popular serial ‘Devyani’. But, for Shivani Surve, it’s not her debut in entertainment field, as before this serial, she has done three Hindi TV serials namely, ‘Phulwa’, ‘Agle Janam Mohe Bitiya Hi Kijo’ and ‘Navya’, offering her roles, suited to her teenage, at that time.
In fact, Shivani made her debut in films, at the little age of seven, when she played the main lead role in a Bhojpuri film ‘Ganga Mili Sagar Se’. It was after that she performed in a Marathi drama ‘Mangalayacha Lena’ and then joined a Hindi theatre Group ‘Karma Kala Manch’, which opened doors for her entry into Hindi serials.
As a child, Shivani spent her childhood days in Dombivali and only 5 years ago the family shifted to Sion, Mumbai. While Shivani was doing her serial ‘Navya’ she had to give time for her 12th std exams and had to quit the serial. But, little before that she was suggested to give audition for a Marathi serial. It was always the wish of Shivani’s mother that she should act in a Marathi serial and the opportunity came, when Shivani was selected to play for this title role in ‘Devyani’.
Reacting to her selection in this Marathi serial, Shivani says that she is now happy to receive appreciation from the people of Maharashtra, after becoming popular in places like Bihar and North India, performing those Bhojpuri type of roles in Hindi.
Speaking about Devyani’s character in particular, Shivani says, “This character of Devayani only knows how to be good to all with her polite nature. She is not the rough and tough type of girl. She follows the principles passed on to her by her father. Initially, Devayani’s marriage is fixed with a Doctor; but Samrat steps in and breaks it. It was due to pressure mounting on my family, I get married to Samrat and become a part of his family, comprising of head person- Sarjerao Vikhe Patil and his elder daughter in law Vatsala, played by Saie Ranade Sane. And the latest developments are being watched by you all.”
Simple and frank in the discussion, Shivani admitted that there was a lot of hard work, while completing her 12th standard, which she completed through correspondence course and then appearing for the exams; besides continuing with her acting assignments. When asked as to what type of roles she enjoyed playing the most, she said, “I am more comfortable playing cute bubbly character, the kind of I played in Star TV’s serial ‘Navya.”
It was a pleasure talking to this talented actress, for whom ‘sky is the limit’. Marathi Movie world wishes her a bright future.