‘Athang’ Part 3 and 4 released on OTT platform
Marathi Web Series ‘Athang’ which had invited the attention of home viewers with its first 2 episodes on Planet Marathi OTT platform, have now released the part 3 and 4 of their web series to generate more curiosity among the viewers. Now, all eyes on Raosaheb the main character taking his next decisions in his traditional mansion house filled with anxiety. Athang has a team of renowned talented artistes comprising of Sandeep Khare, Nivedita Saraf, Dhairya Gholap, Bhagyashree Milind, Urmila Kothare, Rutuja Bagwe, Deepak Kadam, Omprakash Shinde, Ketaki Narayan, Shashank Shende, Yogini Chouk and Rasika Vakharkar.
Presented by Akshay Bardapurkar of Planet Marathi, Produced by Tejaswini Pandit and Santosh Kher, this series is directed by Jayant Pawar. According to the director, he is overwhelmed by the response received for the first two episodes of this web series and assures that the next episodes will be more interesting while unveiling the mystery. Mr. Akshay Bardapurkar of Planet Marathi is also happy with the response received for this series and feels that ‘Athang’ which is a periodic web series will be more popular in days to come.
Teaser of much awaited film ‘Autograph’ released
Teaser of much awaited Everest Entertainment’s Marathi film ‘Autograph’ was released recently. Directed by Satish Rajwade, the teaser of this film shows Ankush Choudhari, Amrita Khanvilkar, Urmila Kothare and Manasi Moghe in some important scenes and clearly indicates that it is a love story with a border of separation. According to makers of this film, this film is all about relationship. In fact, it wants to say that ‘love’ can become less, but relationship is forever in life.
Highlight of this film is bringing together two big names Sanjay Chhabriya and Satish Rajwade. Speaking about this film director Satish Rajwade says, “This film is about those people, who have shown proper shown to our life and who will remain in our life like an autograph.” Producer Sanjay Chhabriya feels, “ This is one and oly story which will create a strong impact on the audience. I give full credit to director Satish Rajwade, for his hard work.”
‘Autograph’ will be released all over Maharashtra in cinema theatres on 30th December 2022.
Jio Studios announce their new action packed Marathi Web show – Kalsutra
Now days it does not matter whether you are making a film or a web show provided it has a gripping story. Forthcoming Marathi Web show ‘Kaalsutra’ announced by Jio Studios is based on Salil Desai’s bestseller novel ‘Murder Milestone’. It revolves around a honest Police officer and serial killer who has been declared guilty of eight murders and is on a death sentence. The producers of this serial are confident that the first season of this web show will be appreciated by the viewers.
This web series (Kalsutra) which is offered by Jio Studios and Manjiri Subodh Bhave in association with Kanha Production house and has a strong star cast comprising of versatile artistes like like Subodh Bhave, Sayaji Shinde, Anant Jog, Urmila Kanetkar Kothare, Bhau Kadam, Pushkaraj Chirputkar, Shubhankar Tawde, Umesh Jagtap and Ashwini Kasar.
Speaking about this show, Subodh Bhave said, “To play the role of lead Police officer in this show, which is based on a best seller book, was a big honour for me and I am confident that the viewers woul love to watch it. Most important thing is that though it is a web show, we have tried to present it on a big scale like a feature film.”
‘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.
Kranti Redkar begins shooting of ‘Rainbow’ in London
Few months ago Planet Marathi and Hi IQ’ had announced launch of their Marathi film ‘Rainbow’ produced by Mangorange Productions. Now, director Kranti Redkar has started shooting of this film in London. As Rainbow indicates symbol of all colours, this film will offer the journey of these colours in today’s time in relationship. To watch this rainbow created by well known artistes, film lovers are eagerly waiting for this film.
‘Rainbow’ stars Sharad Kelkar, Sonalee Kulkarni, Urmila Kothare and Rishi Saxena in lead roles. According to director Kranti Redkar, the title of this film itself is colourful. And therefore, she has tried to show this colourful journey of their relationship through this cinematic version. “Through this film, I had an opportunity to be part of Planet Marathi. The long wait is over and now I have started the shooting of this film,” she said. Describing Kranti Redkar as best actress, Mr. Akshay Bardapurkar said, “Kranti is not only best actress but also a very good director.”
New Web Series ‘RaanBaazaar’ to release on 20th May
After directing popular Marathi films like ‘Rege’ and ‘Thackeray’, Abhijit Panse is now ready with his new Marathi web series ‘RaanBaazaar (रानबाजार)’ which will be released on OTT platform on 20th May 2022. Produced by Planet Marathi , A Vistas Media Capital Company , recently the teaser of this web series had generated a lot of curiosity. Today, the trailer of this series will be out and it is clear that two top Marathi actresses Tejaswini Pandit and Prajakta Mali are playing the lead roles. 
Namrata Gaikwad, Prajataka Mali, Urmila Kanitkar Kothare, Tejaswini Panadit, Raanbazaar web series, Madhuri Pawar, Anant Jog
According to Planet Marathi OTT Chief Akshay Bardapurkar, this web series which will be a political thriller, will offer action filled content with the support of renowned artistes, who are part of this film. Mr. Bardapurkar has full confidence in the work of Abhijit Panse and feels that he has done full justice to his work as a creative director.
Kranti Redkar directed film soon on Planet Marathi
Well Known Marathi actress Kranti Redkar had made her debut in direction few years ago through her film ‘Kakan’. Now, her second film as director ‘Rainbow- Sohala Aathvya Rangacha (रेनबो – सोहळा आठव्या रंगाचा)’ will soon release on Planet Marathi OTT platform. This film has been produced by Planet Marathi’s Akshay Bardapurkar and Mangorange Productions’ Hridaya Bannerjee. The film will present colourful journey of changing relationship in today’s generation and stars Sonalee Kulkarni and Rishi Saxena in lead roles.
Speaking about her film director Kranti Redkar said that she was happy about her association with Planet Marathi through her film and has thanked Planet Marathi for giving her this opportunity. “After ‘Kanan’ I wanted to attempt something new and first wrote the story of this film. Thereafter, I found suitable artistes. They are all my good friends and therefore I am enjoying their company. I am sure, the audience will like this film.” Mr. Akshay Bardapurkar has also praised the work of Kranti in her earlier film ‘Kakan’ and feels confident about her work as a director in this film too.
‘Punyashlok Ahilyadevi’ will be a biopic of Ahilyabai Holkar
Towards the end of 18th century Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar was the Holkar Queen of the Maratha Malwa kingdom, India. Rajmata Ahilyabai was born on 31 May 1725 in the village of Chondi in Jamkhed, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra. She moved the capital to Maheshwar south of Indore on the Narmada River. Apart from being a brave queen and proficient ruler, was also an erudite politician. She observed the bigger picture when the Maratha Peshwa couldn’t pin down the agenda of the British.
A biopic on her life suitably titled ‘Punyashlok Ahilyadevi’ is being produced in Marathi and Hindi by Balasaheb Karnavar Patil and directed by Dilip Bhosale. Recently, the poster of this film was launched at the hands of Dy.C.M. Mr. Ajitdada Pawar , who was all praise for this effort made by the film makers. This being a historical subject presenting the character of a very important personality, the responsibility of research and writing has been handed over to the team headed by Dr. Murhari Sopanrao Kele.
Very soon the artistes of this film will be finalised and the makers propose to release this film during Diwali time of year 2021.
Saleel Kulkarni releases first poster of next film ‘Ekda Kay Zala’
Leading music composer and singer Saleel Kulkarni who made his debut as a director with the film ‘Wedding Cha Cinema’ is now getting ready with his next film ‘Ekda Kay Zala’ .The first poster of this film was released by him on social media, which has received very good response . It may be recalled that muhurat of this film was held sometime back in Pune in presence of star cast of the film comprising of Sumit Raghavan, Urmila Kothare, Dr Mohan Agashe, Suhas Joshi, Pushkar Shrotri, Rajesh Bhosale, Pratik Kolhe, Mukta Puntambekar, Akankshja Athalye, Ritesh Ohol, Arjun Purnapatre, Adwait Wakchoude, Adwait Dhulekar and Merwan Kale .
Having offered one hit film , obviously there are big expectations from Saleel Kulkarni this time too. Moreover, after watching the poster, there is a lot of curiosity about the film’s story also. And the selection of artistes this time also suggest that he is all set to create his magic once again with direction. Salil is expected to release this film during next year 2020. In the meanwhile, Marathi film lovers are looking forward to watch the trailer of this film soon.
‘Karaar’ finds month of May suitable for its release
The ongoing IPL Cricket has forced many Marathi film makers to postpone their film’s releases. And, one of them is director Manoj Kotian, who has found the month of May as most suitable time for the release of his film ‘Karaar‘. It may be recalled that music of this film was released end of last year, when it was announced that ‘Karaar‘ film would be released early 2017. But, for some reason or the other, the film’s release was postponed.
Now, producers Bipin Shah and Gautam Munot have announced the release of ‘Karaar‘ film as 26th May, 2017, which is the summer vacation time. The film stars Subodh Bhave, Urmila Kanitkar Kothare and Kranti Redkar in lead roles. The film’s music is by Vijay Gavande and Paresh Shah, with lyrics by Guru Thakur and Mangesh Kangane. Reputed singers like Avadhoot Gupte, Shreya Ghoshal, Bela Shende, Sonu Kakkar, Jasraj Joshi, Neha Rajpal and Vaishali Samant have rendered their voices for the songs in ‘Karaar‘ film.