‘Ekada Kaay Zale’ Teaser and Music launched together
Teaser and Music of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Ekada Kaay Zale’ were launched simultaneously on 12th July 2022 at the hands of popular singer, music director Shankar Mahadevan , popular singers Suresh Wadkar and Sunidhi Chouhan. On this occasion singers Sunidhi Chouhan and Shubhankar Kulkarni presented the songs from this film. Songs of this film are written by Sandeep Khare, Dr. Salil Kulkarni and Samir Samant.
Dr. Salil Kulkarni besides directing this film based on father and son relationship, has also written the songs, story and provided the music of this film. The film stars Sumeet Raghavan, Urmila Kothare and child star Arjun Purnapatre in lead roles, while other important artistes of this film are Dr. Mohan Agashe, Mukta Barve, Pushkar Shrotri and Rajesh Bhosale. This film is produced by Gajvadan Productions and ShowBox Entertainment and will be released on 5th August 2022.
Singer Amruta Natu begins a new innings with Music direction
As a singer Amruta Natu has already established herself through various music albums, TV serial title songs and films. Now, this singer has turned music director. Recently, her debut music album as a music director ‘Ushachya Ovya‘ was released at the hands of Pandit Suresh Wadkar. Speaking on this occasion, Amruta said that “she knew Mr. Suresh Wadkar for the past several years. And therefore, very much needed his blessings at a time when she started her new innings as a music director“. She further added, “Sureshji not only released my album, but also listened all the songs with full attention“.
Some of the poems in ‘Ushachya Ovya‘ have been taken from Dr.Usha Hiranandani’s philosophical collection of poems titled ‘Aarambh‘. The songs have also been rendered by Amruta Natu along with Gaurav Bangia, besides composing music along with him. All the songs are spiritual and hence the efforts of these two youngsters are to be appreciated, as they have presented these type of songs at a time, when today’s generation is attracted towards loud music. Pt. Suresh Wadkar has also complimented this music stating that listening to this music gives a feeling of practicing meditation. There are total six songs in this album.
Dr. Bharat Balwally & Suresh Wadkar to perform live on 16th September
Renowned singer Pandit Sureh Wadkar has always impressed the classical music lovers with his mesmerizing songs in the past, through his songs in the films and also with his live performances. Now, Pandit Suresh Wadkar will offering a double treat to music lovers in Pune, as he will be perform along with another talented classical singer Dr.Bharat Balawally live, at Pune’s Balgandharva Rangmandir on 16th September 2017 at 7 pm. And the occasion is 83rd Foundation day of Bank Of Maharashtra.
Both these renowned singers , who are performing together for the first time, will be singing classical songs, Ghazals, and film songs to entertain the audience. Kamlesh Bhadkamkar will be providing music for this programme, while other singers like Shruti Bhave, Sagar Sathe, Ninad Mulavkar, Madhav Pawar, Makarand Kundale, Vinayak Netke will also perform in this programme. Many prominent personalities will be attending this event titled ‘Swaryadnya’ . During this programme, the hosts will be offering financial help to the relatives of some brave Indian soldiers, who lost their lives, while fighting for security of our country.
Suresh & Padma Wadkar sing together for the first time in a film
‘Pathshala’ fame director Milind Ukey recently launched his forthcoming Marathi film with muhurat and recording the first song ‘Rajana Sajana… ‘ in the voices of celebrity couple Suresh & Padma Wadkar . Highlight of this song is that the couple is singing together for the first time in a Marathi film. The romantic song was recorded in Mumbai’s Ajiwasan Studios on the music of Ravi Tripathi.
Reacting on this memorable event, Suresh Wadkar stated that after a very long time he had recorded a romantic song.” Recording this song in the company of Padma and music director Ravi was more like a happy moment among family members, as Ravi is also my student,” he said.
Produced by Sandeep Ingale and Inayat Sharma and story written by Prakash Bhagwat, the film’s title is yet to be decided and even the star cast of the film hasn’t been disclosed yet. But, other popular singers like Anand Shinde, Avadhoot Gupte, Vaishali Made will also be rendering their voice for other songs in the film. Besides the song recorded during the muhurat, there will be five more songs in this film.
Now, Ketaki Mategaonkar turns music director
Playback singers turning music directors, is not new to Marathi film industry. In the past, many singers have turned music directors, when they had such an opportunity. But, in the case of Ketaki Mategaonkar, this is a big news. The popular celebrity singer has also turned an actress, with few films to her credit. Moreover, she has also won best actress popular award, for her acting performance.
Now, Ketaki Mategaonkar has turned music director. She has recently composed music of a devotional song, which has been rendered by veteran singer Suresh Wadkar. The song has been penned by Raghuvendra Ganeshpure, with Kamlesh Bhadkamkar playing the role of music arranger. Ketaki Mategaonkar had never expected this offer so soon. But, now she plans to play this triple role of a singer, actress and music director in future.
Lata Mangeshkar & Padmabhushan Pandit Jasraj together
Producer Sarang Deo & Jeet Singh, under the banner of ‘Legend Movies International’ producing the film ‘Aai Tuza Ashirwad’ to be directed by Madhura Pandit Jasraj. This maiden project’s launch was done by song recording of the film at Swarlata Studios. The songs were sung by Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar & Padmabhushan Pandit Jasraj.
For the first time Lata Mangeshkar & Padmabhushan Pandit Jasraj have come together on this maiden project. The other songs are sung by famous singers like Suresh Wadkar, Ishawari Pandit & Jitendra Joshi. Music Director Mayuresh Pai has composed music for all the songs in the film. The melodious Aarti in the film ‘Om Nam o Sukhdayani’ is sung by Lata Mangeshkar – Pandit Jasraj & Suresh Wadkar. Another folk song ‘Surya Dev Jaga zalla’ is sung & composed by Jitendra Joshi himself. Famous lavani singer Shakuntala Jadhav has lend her voice for the lavani ‘tumcha manta tasli’ in the film. Ishwari Pandit & Mekhala Khadilkar have sung a wedding song ‘Dada Maaza’. There is a Bhajan & Kawali also in the film.
Top of the line, star cast includes Arunn Nalawade, Milind Gavli, Durga Pandit Jasraj, Sharad Ponshe, Dilip Pansare, Vimal Mahatre, Vidya Patwardhan, Rekha Bade, Kamalaknat Surve, Prasad Dani, and with almost every known face in this film. The Mahurat shot of the film is scheduled for on 4th sept 09 at the famous Mahalakshmi Temple in Kolhapur at 7 am in the morning, Pandit Jasraj, Madhura Jasraj, Sarand Deo, Jeet Singh and other star cast will be present at the Mahurat.
Kailash Kher sung for ‘Rajmata Jijau’
Bollywood’s well known singer Kailash Kher has recorded the title song for the Marathi Historical Film, ‘Rajmata Jijau‘. This film is being produced by Mrs. Mandatai Sharadrao Nimse, which is Jijai Chitra presentation and is based on Madan Patil’s famous novel ‘Jijausaheb‘. Yashwant Bhalkar , who has given most of the hit films to Marathi film industry, will be directing this film. Lyrics are written by Babasaheb Saudagar & music is given by Shashank Pawar.
While speaking on the occasion, Singer Kailash Kher said that it was the most happiest moment in his life to sing for Jijau. The Film ‘Rajmata Jajau‘ is focused on the character of Jijamata, whose teachings and principles made Shivaji a great persona . The film will convey the teachings of Jijamata , which are so relevant in today’s context. Director Yashwant Bhalkar will be taking the audience to an era 300 years back, to recreate the magic. They have plans to shoot the whole film on real locations
The film has five songs, which are on the way to hit the chart buster. Apart from Kailash kher , Suresh Wadkar has also rendered his voice for the songs . Prof. Dr. Smita Deshmukh is playing the main role of Jijamata. Incidentally, she has been performing in ‘Mi Jijamata Boltey’, a one act play for the past 10 years.
Sa Re Ga Na Pa ‘Maharashtracha Aajacha Aawaj’
The musical program Idea ‘sa re ga ma pa’ is getting enormous love from the audience and attracted the attention of universal onlookers. The platform of Idea ‘sa re ga ma pa’ is helping to spread the magic of Maharashtra music has come up with a new season. After the golden season of ‘Little Champs‘, this season will be extremely different. It is of winning melodious singers of new generation. The ten leading commercial Marathi singers are the stars of this new season.
Along with these singers the audience will get a chance to congregate with legendary music director Pandit Hrudainath Mangeshkar and singer Suresh Wadkar.The season has started on 30th march on usual timings of the program Monday and Tuesday at 9.30pm on Zee Marathi.
This season is not for the competition but for showcasing the talent of these singers. It’s a very important thing to bring out the best from them. Not for surprise that this musical is anchored by most lovable Pallavi Joshi who has carried out past seasons very successfully.
In between, for the next season of it search for the new talent all over Maharashtra has already began. The audition will be organised in different locations of Maharashtra in May. Till then the voice of idea ‘sa re ga ma pa’ will be echoed in each and every household on Monday and Tuesday. So don’t forget to watch it.