Mr.Pradeep Salunke besides writing the script of this film has also directed it.  Speaking about his film ‘Ashtvakra’, he said that he has strived hard for bringing this film to the screen from the last 3 years. “It was a huge tight rope challenge to remain in the legal framework and still be able to present the theme of the film precisely. Being my venture film, I have created this film with utmost finesse in bringing the scenes alive. As this was also the first film for other artists as well, they have tried their level best in giving justice to the film,” he added.

Actors Vidyadhar Joshi, Mayuri Mandlik, Mangesh Giri, Veena Arun, Harshada Bamne, Preeti Torne-Koli are playing major roles in the film. Cinematography is by Vimal Mishra, editing by Subodh Narkar, Lyrics by Mayuri Mandlik and Music by Chandrodaya Ghosh are other credits.

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Rating: ★★★ ½
Studio/presenter: Essel Vision
Producer: Ranjit Gugle, Anish Jog
Director: Sameer Vidwans
Writer, Screenplay : Kshitij Patwardhan, Sameer Vidwans
Music: Hrishikesh, Saurabh, Jasraj
Director of Photography:  Arjun Sarote
Editor: Charu Shree Roy
Genres: Drama
Censor: U/A
Duration: 120 Min.
Cast:   Ankush Chaudhari, Mukta Barve, VIdyadhar Joshi, Vandana Gupte, Sandeep Pathak, Shubhankar Tawde, aarti wadgabalkar, Pushkar Shrotri;
Review by: Ulhas Shirke

Mumbai chawl life is not new to Marathi films. But, to make the entire film on the backdrop of a chawl, is always challenging. Way back in 1970 filmmaker Raja Thakur first depicted the chawl culture of Mumbai, through his film, ‘Mumbaicha Javai’ starring Arun Sarnaik, Ratnamala, Surekha Kudchi & Sharad Talwalkar. Then, inspired by this film Basu Chatterjee made ‘Piya Ka Ghar,’ starring Anil Dhavan & Jaya Bhaduri ( Now, Bachchan) which was a remake of this Marathi film. Then, in 2003, we saw Mahesh Manjrekar making a Hindi film based on Mumbai chawl culture.

Now, director Sameer Vidwans has presented his Marathi film titled ‘Double Seat’ indicating, how both young husband and wife, who aspire to move to a bigger house from a chawl, work hard to make their dream come true. Actually, the film hits out at the traditional joint family system, of living in One Room Kitchen and making adjustments. But, today, with both husband and wife earning, the days are changing. And, young Maharashtrian couples are willing to work harder, to buy their own house, no matter, it is far away from the city.

Through this film’s story, writer Kshitij Patwardhan and director Sameer Vidwans have tried to generate lots of humour through this emotion filled film. Being the elder son in the family and that too just married, Amit ( Ankush Choudhary) quickly understands the problems faced by his wife Manjiri (Mukta Barve) in their One Room Kitchen house in a chawl located at Lalbaug, Mumbai. So, Amit , who works as a supervisor in a Courier Company earning Rs. 25 thousand a month, takes his wife into confidence, to have their own house, where they can have their privacy. Manjiri, who works as Insurance agent, supports his idea.

After hearing about the bold step taken by her elder son, his Mother (Vandana Gupte) and Amit’s younger brother ( Shubhankar Tawde) also support him, selling some home made products to raise money. Only his stubborn father (Vidyadhar Joshi) , does not approve his idea. The film’s screenplay moves ahead, with lots of hurdles faced by Amit and Manjiri, with Manjiri also becoming pregnant. But, as they say, there is always sunshine, after the darkness. And, so we notice happy ending in ‘Double Seat’, with joint effort of entire family.

However, the end of the film, is not very impressive, except for showing the way. But, there is no solution, as to how the couple is going to travel for their jobs from a far away place, to the city. It would have been better, if the film had shown, some other way, of starting their own business. But, the new latest mobile phones shown in the last scene, only indicates, their prosperity.

The intention of the film, is to inspire today’s youth and see big dreams and work hard, to find their own house, no matter it is small and far away from the city. At the same time, it sends a message to those Maharashtrian people, who keep adjusting themselves, in this expanding and developing city, without themselves becoming part of this development. The film does go against the Joint family system; but if one has to live in this city of Mumbai, one needs to plan better future for their little ones.That’s what the writer had to suggest, through this film.

Looking at the performances, Ankush Choudhary, is at his best. He hardly finds such an opportunity, as he is generally seen in multi starrer films. The director, knowing his stage background well , has tried to exploit his full potential, through this film. Mukta Barve, who is always comfortable playing such roles, has once again proved that she is a talented actress. But, through this film, she has gone one step further, to be part of intimate love scenes. There is also a lip lock kissing scene, shot on this lead pair. But,one should not call it a bold scene. Best performances also come from versatile artistes like Vidyadhar Joshi, Vandana Gupte and other TV and film co stars like Sandeep Pathak, Pushkar Shrotri, Aarti, Shivani, Vikas, Shubhankar and others.

Music of this film goes very well with the story, with good lyrics noticed in two songs. Editing of the film is good with good camera work, especially in all those close up scenes.

‘Double Seat’ is certainly inspiring and shows the way to young dreamers.

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We are all aware of the worsening law and order situation in our country. More so, our TV news and newspapers have been updating us about the Politician- criminal nexus and helpless attitude of our Police department, when it comes to offering justice to common man. Over and above that our Judicial procedure takes somewhere between 5 to 20 years to decide over a case. Such court battles can even take few more years, if the convict appeals to higher court. In the recent past we witnessed a sensational Bollywood film ‘Wednesday’ throwing light on a similar situation, giving a clear hint as to what may happen if a common man takes the law into his own hands out of frustration.
‘Second Inning’ a marathi film from the makers of ‘Shwaas’ has also tried to show the power of well educated senior citizens, when it comes to taking on the corrupt system. It is a simple theme, but handled very effectively in an action packed thriller. After watching a crime taking place in front of their eyes, a group of well educated senior citizens unite together and lodge a complaint against a criminal turned politician at the Police station. However, experiencing the hand in glove game involving Politician-Police- Criminal nexus, they get into an act to mock the corrupt system. How they implement their plan is all that film maker Mohan Parab has presented through this sensible film. Now, whether it is a mockery of our system, only the intelligent audience can decide.

The film initially begins with a casual approach with opening sequences, introducing few characters and their links with each other during morning walk at a park. But, one sudden happening in the screenplay, gives a complete twist to the script. The director has intelligently used the central character of Mr. Sadashiv Gore, a retired judge (Madhav Abhyankar) to lead this group of protagonists with a mission. He is provided support of the characters like Doctors and other experts in their respective fields. There is no point in revealing the modus operandi, but their courageous act certainly inspires the audience from all age groups to come in the open and fight injustice; be it corruption at public places, threats issued by local goons or terrorist activities taking place in your city.
‘Second Inning’ has been released all over Maharashtra, including Mumbai along with two other films involved in heavy publicity. But, the makers of ‘Second Inning’ strongly believe in their creation and hence are banking on ‘word of mouth’ publicity. During the past month, they had arranged special shows for NGO’s and social workers as part of their promotion campaign to create awareness about the existing reality in the society. In fact, this film is a good lesson to learn for politicians and law makers, to understand the power of common man. Today, the common man has already one tool in the form of Right to Information Act and if this is supported by the methodology adopted by Mr. Sadashiv Gore in this film , it will surely open the eyes of our law makers.

Mohan Parab, who produced a sensible film like ‘Shwaas’, has directed this film very well. Madhav Abhyankar plays the retired judge turned Robinhood, exceptionally well. All others in the cast have supported well, including Dinesh Hingoo, who makes a special appearance. There are many real life characters in the film who speak in Hindi and Gujarathi, though the film is in Marathi. In all, ‘Second Inning’ is an eye opener.

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