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Interviews

“My struggle as an actress is still on..” – Shweta Pagar

Aside

MarathiMovieWorld had adjudged her as the best fresh face of the year 2012 and was conferred with the award, for her noteworthy performance in her debut film ‘Shree Partner’ which was based on Va Pu Kale’s story. Shweta Pagar, who studied acting in Anupam Kher’s Acting Academy, is actually from Pune. She is at present doing three films; one of which is a multi starrer film ‘Charlie’ made by ‘Shree Partner’ director Sameer Surve and the other being that of his assistant turned director Santosh Mainkar.
Shweta PagarNot many are aware that this Pune girl, who studied from St. Joseph’s school and Apte College, initially wanted to pursue her Engineering; but, later decided to study Arts and subsequently worked for an NGO, on an environment project in the city of Pune. When you talk to her on this subject, Shweta has many suggestions for the Pune and Mumbai Municipal corporations, for creating awareness about separating plastic from the waste, before disposal at the dumping grounds. She becomes very serious about this issue; and speaks through her heart. MMW spoke to Shweta, during the get together arranged by MMW – MarathiMovieworld, for the award winners of 2012, recently in Mumbai. Excerpts from an interview:

Q: Tell us, how you actually got into acting field ?
A: Actually, during my Jr. College days, I had done a theatre workshop in acting. And then, totally forgot about acting, as I took admission for engineering studies. Later, I left Engineering and joined Arts and after completing my studies, I did an Environmental Waste Management Course. Thereafter, seriously worked for an NGO in Pune – The National Society For Clean Cities, an Umbrella body for Mohalla Committees in Pune. I was so actively involved in this project that I even organised a protest march of young college students from Shanivarwada to Municipal Corporation office, to invite the attention of the local body on their process to dispose the waste at Urali Devaji, without segregating the waste. All that I felt that it was improper and the authorities were even exploiting the poor farmers, by grabbing their lands there and not providing them proper compensation. This inspired me to stage a play on this issue, which was finally staged at Balgandharva. And, looking at the response from audience, I decided to switch over to acting and joined Anupam Kher’s academy in Mumbai, for acting course.

Q: And, how was the struggle thereafter?
A: My struggle as an actress is still on. But, after finishing my acting course, I started trying for auditions. However, did not receive positive response. I even gave the auditions for ‘Maharashtrache Superstar’ programme and reached up to second round. Not very happy with the selection process, I returned home and told my mother that I would like to return to my job related with environment. One day, I saw an advertisement in newspaper, wherein the makers of ‘Shree Partner’ had called for an Open audition for Mumbai and Pune. My Mother, who always supported me and knew my abilities, suggested me that it was a good chance. So, I gave my audition and got selected for the female lead in this film.

Q: After ‘Shree Partner’, what’s next?
A: After ‘Shree Partner’ I signed a multi starrer film ‘Charlie’, made by the same director Sameer Surve , which is now through its first schedule. This is a very ambitious project by the makers, as it is the first Zombie type of film, starring Bharat Jadhav, Neha Pendse, Vijay Chavan and Tinu Anand, who is making his debut in Marathi, through this film. This film has technical support coming from many Bollywood experts like Vidyadhar Bhatte in make up, Madhusudan Shree in camera and so on. It’s a pleasure to work in this project. Then, there is a film ‘Laadki’ where I am playing lead. In this film Ashok Saraf plays my father and it is a comedy film. The third film I am presently shooting for, is Santosh Mainkar’s film ‘Prem at first sight’. Santosh selected me, as he was assisting Sameer Sir, for his projects ‘Shree Partner’ and ‘Charlie’.

Q: What was the reaction of your parents, when you signed your first film?
A. A My mother was very happy. Initially, my father was slightly reluctant, about my joining films; but, when he saw my performance, he was convinced. Actually, his uncle Mr. Yashwant Pagar was associated with Marathi stage and my uncle  Sagar Pagar had also shown a lot of interest in post production work of films. Actually, there is good communication between me and my parents. I would say that my parents are my best friends.

Q: With so much of knowledge about environment management, would you like to be associated with such a project, in near future?
A: Oh, yes. Surely, If I get a chance, I would really want to do a film on my favourite subject, to create awareness about its importance in day to day life.

Review

‘Shree Partner’ retains Va Pu’s original flavor

Shree Partner Marathi Movie
Rating: na
Banner: Parv Creation, Samruddhi Creation
Producer: Vimal Lohane, Sameer Ramesh Surve
Director: Sameer Ramesh Surve
Based on Novel: ‘Partner’
Music: Nilesh Moharir
Cast: Satish Pulekar, Padmanabh Bind, Shweta Pagar, Lalan Sarang
Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke

Vasant Purushottam Kale, popularly known as Va Pu, was a renowned Marathi novelist.

He wrote about 60 books but his most popular novel was ‘Partner’. Va Pu himself was so impressed by the character of Partner from his book that he himself played the title role in a Marathi play, which was staged sometime during early 80s. Being an architect by profession, the writer had rightly chosen ‘Accommodation problem in Mumbai’ as the backdrop of this love story of a young couple.

Va Pu’s ‘Partner’ was attempted in the form of a TV serial in the past. And now, Sameer Ramesh Surve makes his debut as a director through a feature film ‘Shree Partner’ based on this novel. Sameer, a great admirer of Va Pu’s literature, was very keen on making a film on ‘Partner’. Finally when he acquired the official rights, his dream came true.

Through this film, the director had the liberties of glorifying the characters; but he preferred to stick to originality in the script and only added few meaningful melodious songs to support the expressions of the three main characters in this film; i.e. the central character of Partner( Satish Pulekar), Shree ( Padmanabh Bind) and Kiran ( Shweta Pagar). All the songs are played in the background, to create their desired impact. Some intimate love scenes have also been shot with decency.
Shweta Pagar

Very effectively, these three characters have been presented in the film’s screenplay so that the audience get the feeling of reading the original novel. Shree’s first meeting with Kiran, his first interaction with his so called ‘Partner’, who later offers him accommodation in the corridor of his house and later turns his Guru; his exploitation by his selfish mother, brother and sister in law, everything has been shown realistically. The director has cleverly used the term ‘third person’ making the life of Shree miserable.

The writer’s philosophy on alphabets W & M and using the same to show how a Wife becomes wiser after becoming Mother herself, have been picturised well. Though script is the heart of the film, it is the mesmerizing music of Nilesh Moharir , sensible lyrics of Ashwini Shende and melodious voices of Swapnil Bandodkar, Bela Shende and Madhuhree make this film more appealing. Deepali Vichare’s creative choreography during one of the songs and Sandeep Dhumal’s fabulous cinematography also invites attention.

In the central role of Partner, Satish Pulekar has given full justice to his fun loving but helpful character. Talented stage actor Padmanabh Bind plays the role of Shree with responsibility. Shweta Pagar, who makes her acting debut through this film, in an important role of Kiran, has proved that she is an actress to reckon. Perhaps, her training at Anupam kher’s acting school, has boosted her confidence . Lalan Sarang in the role of Shree’s mother doesn’t have much to offer, except for one scene, where she finds some scope. Others in the supporting cast have done a good job. ‘Shree Partner’ is certainly a well presented film, for retaining the original flavour of the celebrated writer.

News

Grand launch of ‘Shree Partner’ Music

Shree

Script is the spirit of Marathi films. And if it is based on the popular writer’s novel, it adds to the advantage of the film. Producer- director Sameer Ramesh Surve’s debut film ‘Shree Partner’ is based on Vapu Kale’s popular story ‘Partner’. To give a cinematic look to this story, Mr. Surve has acquired rights from V.P. Kale’s daughter Swati Chandorkar.

On Friday evening, Music CD of this film was released on a grand scale, in presence of main artistes of the film and the entire team behind the music. While Swapnil Bandodkar presented a song live, Music director Nilesh Mohrir and lyricist Ashwini Shende narrated their experience during each composition. Director Sameer Surve repeatedly thanked Mr. Ashok Patki, chief guest of the function for recommending the right team for music of this film. He also praised Music arranger and background music provider Nilesh Dahanukar, for taking special efforts.

The film has four songs rendered in the voices of Swapnil Bandodkar, Bela Shende and Madhushree. Satish Pulekar who plays the central role of Partner, was the first choice of the director and he retained him, though he was suggested by many people to replace him with other popular actor. Satish himself made the revelation, during his speech. “I have tried my best, so don’t compare me with the writer, who played this character himself on stage, during his time,” said the veteran actor. The role of Shree is played by talented stage actor Padmanabh Bind, who has performed in many Marathi plays and also received Best actors award for his role in experimental play ‘Ek Rikami Baju’. The role of Kiran is played by newcomer Shweta Pagar, a product of Anupam Kher’s acting school. Veteran actress Lalan sarang plays an important role in this film.

Deepali Vichare has handled the choreography of this film, while Cinematography is by Sandeep Dhumal. The other artistes of the film are Deepak Kadam, Akanksha Mehendale, Anand Panse,Anand Bapat, Rahul Kulkarni, Aarti Patil, Duinesh kanade, Mandar Pathak, Kushal Koli, Dr. Sanjeevkumar Patil, Vidyadhar Paranjape,Shalmalee Pethe, Shivani kamat, Sameer dalvi, Dilip Awhad with Child artistes Arnav Joshi and Tanaya Pratap Rokade. The film is due for release on 24th October 2012.