Marathi TV serials owe a responsibility to the society
In the beginning of this new year, we saw a very good film ‘Natasamrat’, which presented a very sensible subject, reminding one and all about the morale values. And, this film received an overwhelming response. This indicates that people in Maharashtra, are keen to watch such subjects. But, are our Marathi TV serial makers taking any such steps, to pass a social message to home viewers ? There are lakhs of viewers of television in different age groups, scattered across Maharashtra.
Actually, Maharashtra is known as the land of saints, who offered teachings on morale values. Barring very few serials, most of the Marathi serials today, are sending across a wrong message to the society, presenting all such happenings, which are unethical practices.
Now, take for example the happenings in Zee Marathi’s ongoing TV serial ‘Nanda Soukhyabhare’. It is surprising to see, the behavior of Swanandi’s parents in law. One never expected to see them stoop so low. They even go to the extent of stealing the ornaments of their daughter in law and insulting her, by presenting her Sarees, which are supplied to an orphanage. The melodrama noticed between Swanandi’s mother in law and Vachhi- the match maker, also seems to be beyond convincing. In short, this serial is going from bad to worse.
Somewhat similar type of situation, was noticed in the TV serial ‘Runji’ on Star Pravah. This serial started off well. But later lost its track, to highlight the gimmicks of negative characters giving them more than required hype. ‘Colors’ channel is also nowhere behind, when it comes to showing all immoral happenings. Even the language used by some of the laughter shows, is very bad. A lot of liberty is being taken, in the name of comedy. Some of our news channels are also nowhere behind these entertainment channels. One channel was repeatedly showing a news clipping, where a cruel daughter in law was shown beating up her old helpless mother in law, mercilessly. Isn’t that passing a wrong message?
One really wonders, how, the makers of these serials, can take the viewers for granted ? Will our honorable Cultural Minister of Maharashtra, who is always prompt and active , take serious note of such happenings, noticed in such programmes.
By: Shweta Khot © MMW Network
Very few serials impress during 2015
TV serials are generally meant for entertaining the home audience. Generally, the evening time is a pass time for housewives. For the working people, it is time for relaxation with light humour , after a tiring day; while for youngsters, it is time for some entertainment. But, are our Marathi TV serials offering the required entertainment to all such people ? Frankly speaking, during the year 2015, we did not notice, much of quality entertainment through these TV serials, except for few exceptions. But, the laughter shows, did entertain the audience to certain extent, on different channels.
Among the Marathi serials telecast on different channels, only ‘Dil Dosti Duniyadari’ on Zee Marathi provided good entertainment, especially inviting the attention of young audience. In fact, the young characters in this serial, represented different sections of society, to relate with the young audience. But, the subjects of other new serials , failed to impress and few of them had to say goodbye. Those, which are yet to find a proper grip on their story and screenplay are, ‘Asa Sasar Surekh Bai’ & ’Saraswati’ ( Recently released) ‘ on Colors, ‘Majhe Pati Soubhagyavati’ & ‘ Nanda Soukhyabhare’ on Zee Marathi, ‘Tumcha Aamcha Same Asata’ on Star Pravah. ‘Runji’ and ‘Kamala’ which began well, unfortunately disappointed , with their further progress. Surprisingly, some old serials on all channels, are still continuing, testing the patience of the audience.
Now, there is big hope from the new year 2016. And, it is high time that respective Marathi TV channels, seriously take into account the subjects, which would appeal all age groups. Actually, no serial should continue for more than a year, as it is very difficult to hold the grip on the story and at the same time, continue entertain the audience. During this first month of the new year, we are expecting one new serial in the form of ‘Pasant Aahe Mulgi’, with an interesting tagline; i.e. For a successful marriage, only matching the horoscope is not necessary; but, even the wavelength should match. Similarly, the wavelength of the characters performing in different serials, should match with the audience. Hope, our programme producers of all TV channels, keep this in mind, during this new year.
By: Shweta Khot © MMW Network
Zee Marathi to offer ‘Jallosh Ganarayacha’
On the occasion of Ganesh festival, Zee Marathi will be offering a treat to their viewers, in the form of a programme titiled “kurkure Prastut ‘Jallosh Ganarayacha'”. The programme will be telecast daily at 6 pm from the first day i.e Ganesh Chaturthi till the last day, i.e. Anant Chaturdadhi. There will be different kinds of competitions on this occasion, right from decorating the Makhar of Ganapati to preparing the most favourite sweet dish of Ganapati, i.e. Modak.
All popular stars associated with Zee marathi reality shows and serials will be taking part in this programme. Highlight of the programme will be the participation of popular stars like Sukanya Kulkarni, Bhargavi Chirmule, Rutuja Deshmukh, Purva Gokhale and Pallavi Vaidya performing the Gauri puja.