‘Khara Saangu Khota khota’ offers customary musical entertainment
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Rating: ★★★
Studio: Abhiruchi Films Producer: Sarav production Director: Sanjeev Naik Writer: Ramchandra Sadekar Dialogues: na Cinematographer: Manjunath Nayka Cast: Analesh Desai, Trishala Shah, Ashok Saraf, Nirmiti Sawant, Sayaji Shinde. Movie Review by: Ulhas Shirke |
At a time, when we are finding innovative themes taken up by Marathi films; Some of our Marathi film makers seem to be still believing in the traditional track of comedy, to play safe. They don’t dare to attempt something out of the box. Latest Marathi film ‘Khara Saangu Khota khota’ falls into this category. So, we have a young boy and a young girl Dushyant and Yashashree from the same village; and studying in the same college in a town. To present this traditional love story, it is needless to say that their parents are traditional political rivals, living in the neighborhood and always trying to prove their supremacy over each other, during every important event in the village.
Dushyant and Yashashree come closer during their journey back home, with a halt at Nani Saranjame’s house; when they find their accommodation by posing themselves as married couple. Actual fun begins, when they return home . Director Sanjeev Naik has chosen this humour filled plot, based on Ramchandra Sadekar’s novel ‘Tuza Majha Zamena’ to find suitable artistes to play the important characters in this film. So, besides presenting the new pair of dashing Analesh Desai and Pretty Trishala Shah in this musical entertainer, he has opted for versatile artistes like Ashok Saraf and Sayaji Shinde to play the traditional rivals- Dhadalgaonkar & Dhandle Patil respectively. To add further flavour of comedy, he has rightly chosen Nirmiti Sawant to play the commanding role of Nani Saranjame, a spinster, who runs a match making enterprise.
The sole purpose of this film has been to offer non stop entertainment, with the limited characters, providing good support with their performances. The film has good music as its plus point, for which Shrirang Aras deserves a pat. One more plus point is good photography bt Manjunath B Nayaka, who has captured some songs at outdoor locations and the fun filled climax scene very well.
All the three senior artistes, who are well versed with comedy, have tried their best to generate instant humour with their perfect understanding, during all those scenes of confrontation in the screenplay. But, still they had to satisfy themselves, with the space extended to their characters. The chemistry of new pair of Analesh and Trishala has worked well, considering the comedy setting of the film. There are no scenes to really exploit their acting talents. Hemangi Velankar and Deepjyoti offer good support; but the other few character artistes in the film, fail to impress. They look very artificial. Even the tourist bus scene looks very outdated. The director should have tried something new, to bring the young couple together.
The screenplay of ‘Khara Saangu Khota khota’ could have been more interesting, had there been more interesting happenings, like the one noticed in the climax. It is a simple plot, to generate humour, without any vulgarity noticed. The pace of the film is also properly maintained by editing experts. Songs and music are timed well, in the screenplay. But, still you feel that there should have been more fun, in the company of the three veteran artistes. And hence, ‘Khara Saangu Khota khota’ has turned out to be just a customary musical entertainer for the entire family.
“I love to be in the company of nature, when not working” – Trishala Shah
Popularly known with characters like Malvika, Tanya, Tinky, & Ragini, this 20 year old TV actress from Pune, is now making her debut through forthcoming Marathi film ‘Khara Saangu Khota Khota’, which is due for release on 20th December 2013. Trishala Shah is doing her graduation from Pune’s Symbiosis Institute and has been actively involved with Marathi stage, before entering television through Marathi and Hindi serials like ‘Hya Gojirvanya Gharat’ ( ETV), ‘Don Kinare Doghi Aapan’ (Star Pravah), ‘Main Laxmi Tere Aangan Ki’ (Life OK), & ‘Bandh Reshmache’ (Star Pravah). Marathi Movie World spoke to this talented young actress. Excerpts from an interview:
Q : Now that you will be making your debut in Marathi films, through ‘Khara Saangu Khota Khota’. Tell us about your role?
A: I’m playing a bubbly character of Yashashree, who is mod but still respects her culture & parents. She falls in love with Dushant, who is son of her father’s rival, in the neighbourhood.
Trishala Shah, ActressQ: In this film, you got an opportunity to perform in the company of senior actors like Ashok Saraf , Sayaji Shinde and Nirmiti Sawant . How was your experience ?
A: Very nice. In fact, I consider myself lucky that I had an opportunity to work with them. Initially, I was bit scared while facing Ashok Mama . But, everytime he developed my confidence giving few valuable tips. Nirmititai taught me become bolder in front of the camera and through Sayaji Sir, I learned to work hard.
Q: What do you have to say about your co-star in this film -Analesh?
A: Actually, Analesh in real life is a very quiet and simple. But, in this film, he plays the character of Dushyant, who is very naughty. It was very nice, working with him.
Q: What are the other projects you you are working on?
A: I can not disclose the title or much more about them; but, yes, right now I’m working in a Bollywood and one Tollywood film.
Q: Before ‘Khara Saangu Khota Khota’ you have done daily soaps, with all the roles somewhat similar to each other. And now, you are doing a totally different character. How was the change?
A: The serial characters are always typical; but this role in the film was completely different . I had to play a girl, who is modern, yet observing all traditional family values. I enjoyed playing this role, because, it was similar to my real life image.
Q: In which medium, you are more comfortable ?
A: Obviously, Films. It is more challenging to perform in this medium. .
Q: What type of films, you would prefer?
A: There is nothing like that. I would like to be part of different types of subjects, with variety of roles.
Q: Who is your favourite actress ?
A: Late Smita Patil. She is my idol. She has delivered great performances.
Q: Being a Gujarathi, how come you have command over Marathi language ?
A: I am originally from Pune. Since my childhood, I am speaking Marathi. Moreover, being part of Marathi stage, I worked hard on fluency of this language.
Q: Today, Marathi film actresses are becoming more bolder. If you are approached for a bolder role, would you accept it?
A: My first priority will be roles with a good script. It all depends, if the story demands.
Q: What do you do, when not shooting?
A: After completing shooting, I look for a quiet hill station. I love to be in the company of nature. I love to read books and earn more and more knowledge.