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‘What About Savarkar’ is a tribute to greatest freedom fighter

Aside 17 April, 2015 Ullhas Shirke

Rating: ★★★
Genres: Drama
Censor: U
Duration: 125 Min.
Studio/presenter: Retake Unlimited film Production, Aurous Avatar Entertainment, Rohit Shetty
Producer: Atul Parab, Rohit Shetty
Director(s): Rupesh Katare, Nitin Gawde
Writer: Nitin Gawde
Dialogues: Nitin Gawde
Cast: Shrikant Bhide, Sara Shravan, Avinash Narkar, Sharad Ponkshe, Atul Todankar, Vivek lagu, Prasad Oak

Ten years ago, Mr. Mani Shankar Aiyar, then Petroleum Minister of India, created a controversy, by ordering removal of plaque at Cellular Jail in Andamans, containing poem penned by Swatantryaveer Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, who spent 11 years in that jail, during India’s freedom struggle. The order of the Minister drew sharp criticism from BJP and Shiv Sena in Maharashtra, who protested strongly, seeking apology from the Minister. In short, it was made a political issue and there was not much public outrage noticed, on the statement made by the Minister.

But, 10 years later, we find the same issue being raised in latest Marathi film ‘What About Savarkar’ produced by Atul Parab & Rohiit Shetty and directed by Rupesh Katare and Nitin Gawde. Though all films are generally work of fiction, ‘What about Savarkar’ makes you think, as to what would happen today , if a politician makes such a remark against the late freedom Fighter? Thanks to the Social media. It is so active today, that any such remarks made by our politicians, receives spontaneous reaction from the young generation.

The film presents the same topic of a Petroleum Minister (name changed to Ayangar) who makes a remark to insult the late freedom fighter Veer Savarkar. One Abhiman Marathe ( Shrikant Bhide) working in a multinational company spontaneously reacts, by lodging his strong protest against the Minister’s remarks. He writes in his blog on social net working site, stating that he would teach a lesson to the Minister, during his proposed visit to Mumbai, by welcoming him with a garland of foot wears. Watching huge response to his page, with 28,000 likes within a day; the Government decides to arrest him, for this act, which they call anti national act. Abhiman goes underground, to accomplish his mission.

In his mission, Abhiman gets support from his office colleague Suniti Singh (Sara Shravan), Suryakant Pawar( Atul Todankar) , an educated brother of a peon from his office, Kranti kamble( Avinash Narkar) a self styled revolutionary from Alibaug and his own grandfather Namdev Marathe (Sharad Ponkshe). The Police hunt him, as Abhiman keeps changing his hideouts from Mumbai to Alibaug, then from Alibaug to Manipur at Suniti’s native town and from there to Amritsar to a well wisher (Gajendra Singh Chouhan) .His final destination then turns Delhi, as the Minister cancels his Mumbai trip and is all set to give his speech during a book release function. The climax has been shot very cleverly, to show the final public reaction, on this issue; that too in Delhi.

Very cleverly the director has presented this limited story, through an interesting screenplay; taking the audience on a trip to various places. In the process ,he shows the beauty of these places, especially Alibaug, Manipur and Amritsar. Even the locations in Mumbai have been different, covering the heritage buildings and landmarks of South Mumbai at Fort & Ballard Pier. For that one must thank cinematographer A.K. Sebestian for his excellent camera work. But, the timing of the film, seems to be wrong, as we see BJP ruled Governments at Centre and in the State. Moreover, today we find freedom of speech exercised on social networking sites, to lodge protest against anyone . Perhaps, the work on this film, might have started two years ago.

But, the film has succeeded in passing the five elements of Savarkar’s philosophy cleverly, through the screenplay. In fact, this film is a tribute to the greatest freedom fighter of India, who served maximum sentence in cellular jail, during India’s freedom movement. There are many facts in history brought to light, through this film. Not many were aware that Hridaynath Mangeshkar lost his job in Aakashvani, because he composed the lyrics of Savarkar.

Actually, the film has tried to show, how the politicians opposed to Savarkar’s style of functioning, by trying to suppress him. Most of the characters in this film, are shown, inspired by his ideology. Good performances by debutant Shrikant Bhide, Atul Todankar, Avinash Narkar , Sharad Ponkshe ,Sara Shravan and others make this film more appealing. It was nice to see Sharad Ponkshe playing the role of grandfather with a young heart, who is also shown tech savvy. Savarkar’s poem Swatantra-te-Bhagavati’ has been used well in the title track of the film. Background music is also impressive. A must see film for all those who believe in Savarkar’s ideology about ‘Akhand Bharat’ .

TV Watch

Has ‘Dil Dosti Duniyadari’ captured new viewers?

Aside 16 April, 2015 Team MMW

Film maker Sanjay Jadhav knows very well, how to capture new audience. After ‘Duniyadari’, though his experiment failed in ‘Pyar wali Lover story’ he has found small screen to present his latest serial ‘Dil Dosti Duniyadari’. Very ideally he selected the time 10.30 at night, which is well suited to today’s young generation. Already having one Christian girl Anna in the group of six friends living together; now, we find a Gujarati character of Kinjal walking into the serial, as a talkative girl friend of bearded Ashutosh. No wonder, instead of IPL Cricket, nowdays, youngsters are only talking about Prarthana Behere in ‘Coffee Aani Barach kahi’ Marathi films and the characters of ‘’Dil Dosti Duniyadari’ serial. Good move, by this serial’s producer Sanjay Jadhav.

Today, time has come, where the serial makers of all the channels need to study the viewer’s psychology, instead of presenting the traditional family socials and banking on the existing viewers. Frankly speaking, depending on the regular viewers, is a risky step. Instead, it is always better to tap the new viewer to Marathi television. One should not forget the competition from Hindi entertainment channels. ‘CID’ did it, by grabbing the Marathi viewers, then ‘Pavitra Rishta’ did the same and now ‘Reporters’ on Sony television at prime time, is also expected to take away regular Marathi TV viewers, if they do not find Marathi serials interesting enough.

But, ‘Dil Dosti Duniyadari’ is doing exactly the opposite way, which is good for Marathi television. Hope, it continues to present interesting happenings in the screenplay, in days to come, if it has to reach popularity heights. Swanandi Tikekar is the best among the new talents. She seems to be a perfect choice for the character of Meenal. Wishing the entire team, all the best.

After that unexpected ‘Double role’ drama played by the hero Harish Dudhade in the serial ‘Majhe Mann Tujhe Jhale’ on Colors channel; now it’s time for Swarda’s character to give ‘Agnipariksha’, which is new way of extending the story of this serial . By the way, the character played by Aditi Sarangdhar, seems to have disappeared from this serial.

Star Pravah’s ‘Jayostute’ presented all such happenings in the recent past, which has taken away the interest of the audience from this serial. There was no logical thinking used in all those recent developments, in this so called justice based serial. Instead, it seems to be dragging on with the individual issues of every character, rather than offering justice to the deserving people very much in need of it.

Review

Urmila’s fine performance makes ‘Kaakan’ appealing

Aside 10 April, 2015 Ullhas Shirke

Rating: ★★★
Genres: Romantic
Censor: U
Duration: 122 Min.
Studio/presenter: Mangorange Productions, Krishnaraaj Films
Producer: Hridaya Banerjee
Director: Kranti Redkar
Writer: Kranti Redkar
Dialogues: Kranti Redkar, Omkar Datt
Cast: Urmila Kanetkar-Kothare, Jitendra Joshi, Madhavi Juvekar, Ashok Shinde, Ashutosh Gaikwad, Aakash Banerjee

Urmila Kanitkar Kothare is one such actress, whose real potential is noticed, if she is offered a good emotion filled role. We have already noticed her skills, through an award winning film ‘Mala Aai Vhaychay‘ and popular TV serial ‘Asambhav’, few years ago. Now, she finds a lifetime role, in Kranti Redkar’s film ‘Kaakan‘ And, Urmila has portrayed the lead character of Sudhamati, by pouring her heart into this role. Making her entry in the 24th minute of the film, she holds the attention of the audience till the last scene, so much has been the impact of her role. And the credit goes to Kranti Redkar, who has made her selection for this role, while making her debut as a director, through this film.

Set on the backdrop of a village in Sindhudurg district of Konkan, the film narrates a tragic and intense love story of Kishu (Jitendra Joshi) and Sudhamati (Urmila kanitkar Kothare). The film begins with a little 12 year old boy Gopi (Ashutosh Gaikwad), noticing a lonely and sick old man, near the sea shore of his village. Initially, mistaking him to be lunatic, he tries to tease him along with his friends. But, when he is saved by old Kishu, from drowning, he shows sympathy towards him. Gopi finds out Kishu’s past and discovers that his beloved Sudhamati got married to a businessman Mr. Kamat from Mumbai.

Gopi goes out of his way, to make Kishu happy and runs away from his house, in search of Sudhamati in Mumbai. Things aren’t easy for him. But, he meets a hard working young boy Wasim (Aakash Banerjee) , who has his own story. Wasim who is a helper at a tea stall, offers shelter to Gopi and also helps him to locate the address of Sudhamati. It is the meeting between Gopi and Sudhamati, that brings Sudhamati back to her village, after almost 32 years, for a yearly festival. The climax of the film is very touchy, but predictable.

Kranti Redkar on her debut as a director, has made a good attempt. But, there are few lapses in the film’s screenplay, which are clearly noticed. How can a poor Kishu, who cannot even pay Rs. 5 to a visiting Doctor, can afford to prepare a thick designer Gold bangle for his beloved? Don’t exactly know the reason, to show Sudhamati with her tanned skin after 32 years, when she was shown fair enough, in her early 20s ? Also, the second half of the film has been stretched a little longer, than the first half.

To say something about the direction, Kranti Redkar has expertly narrated the story, with the present happenings, using flashback to show the love story of a girl from rich family and boy from poor family. She has also tried to show the after effect of a train blast by the terrorists, through the character of Wasim, a hard working tea boy, working at a tea stall.

Wonderful performance by Urmila kanitkar Kothare makes ‘Kaakan’ appealing. Very cleverly, she has used the Malavani accent, to suit her character, when she is shown young. She certainly deserves an award for the same. Urmila gets good support from Child actor Ashutosh Gaikwad, who has proved his acting ability through this film. Watch her scene with him, when he comes to meet her in her office in Mumbai. Jitendra Joshi doesn’t have much scope in the film, as most of the time, he is shown in isolation, without any dialogues and with his face covered by long hair and beard.

Excellent camera work ,meaningful lyrics and fine music are the plus points of this film. Good support comes from character artistes Madhavi Juvekar and Ashok Shinde. If you love to watch tragic love stories and good performances, ‘Kaakan‘ is just your choice.

TV Watch

Why debate on Marathi films getting prime time at multiplexes ?

Aside 8 April, 2015 Shweta Khot

The Cultural Minister of Maharashtra State Mr. Vinod Tawde made an official announcement yesterday , stating that all multiplex owners will be asked to allot prime time to Marathi films. And, we saw mixed reactions coming from different people. Though Marathi film industry and especially the Marathi film makers welcomed the move, those, perhaps opposed to this announcement, could not digest it. Our own Marathi news channels highlighted their comments, which were tweeted by them on social networking sites.

Those who opposed, felt that force from the Government was not required on multiplexes, to show Marathi films at prime time. But none of the news reporters questioned such people, as to why the multiplexes were given special concessions ,including tax exemptions by the State Government ? Moreover, there is already a Government order issued in 2010, asking all the multiplexes to compulsorily show a Marathi film, for fixed number of days in a year. But, it was not implemented strictly. Therefore, a debate on this issue was not necessary. In fact, our Marathi news channels should have pointed out, how in Southern India, this rule was strictly implemented in multiplexes, to show local regional films. Surprisingly, our multiplexes are allotting shows to other regional language films. Isn’t that an injustice on Marathi cinema ?

Anyway, on IBN Lokmat channel , we found good suggestions coming from invitees like Abhijit Panse, Aditya Sarpotdar, Gajendra Ahire & Sameer Dixit. But, there was no need to give importance to others, who were against the growth of Marathi cinema. Don’t think, the entire Bollywood is against showing Marathi films at prime time. If it was so, why would some of the Bollywood film makers produce Marathi films ? It clearly indicates that there are good returns from Marathi films, if the film receives proper distribution. Besides making the prime time shows compulsory at multiplexes, in major cities of Maharashtra, there is also an urgent need to start showing Marathi films, at drama theatres or halls in small towns at other district places. And, this issue certainly needs a debate.

It is also high time that our own TV entertainment channels come in support of award winning and quality Marathi films, by acquiring their satellite rights and showing them to home viewers. If you offer something good to the Marathi home viewers, they will develop a taste towards good quality cinema. And, Mayboli & Star Pravah Channels , have already started showing good quality and award winning Marathi films.

On Sunday, Star Pravah showed one such mind blowing film ‘Ek Cup Cha’ starring Kishore Kadam, Sunil Sukhtankar, Mrunmayee Deshpande , Padmanabh Bind, Ashwini Giri and others. It was certainly a film with a strong message on importance of existing RTI act and how a ST Bus conductor taking help of it, to fight injustice on him, by the electricity Board. Thanks to Sumitra Bhave and Sunil Sukhtankar for making such a wonderful film. Unfortunately, this film was not released in Mumbai. But, at least, Mumbaikars and people from other places in Maharashtra could view it, on their TV sets. Thanks to Star Pravah channel once again.

Interviews

Shilpa Purushottam Koyande – A promising costume designer, with a difference

Aside 5 April, 2015 Ullhas Shirke

“Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail” This Ralph Waldo Emerson’s quote, inspires her and she has proudly displayed it proudly on her blog. Since her childhood Shilpa Purushottam Koyande has been taking interest in designing her own costumes. Soon, the interest grew larger during her college days, and Shilpa started designing costumes for others. “Now, my hunger is bigger… Wanna achieve it for my profession, my passion…my work.” she said, when spoke to her recently, to know more about her professional work.

“I always wanted to become a costume designer and work for Marathi film industry to improvise the costumes of different characters, giving them a glamorized look. Basically, the role of a Costume designer includes everything from deciding the right costumes for the right character. It also includes their hairstyle, as well as the accessories like jewellery, purse, shoes etc. which they are supposed to use in the movie.” explained Shilpa.

Speaking about the importance of costumes in films, she feels, “Costume plays a very important role in presenting a person, by his or her pattern. The colours we use, presents their attitude or shades of that particular character.” Shilpa is very much happy that the face of Marathi cinema is changing day by day. “Now, the Marathi artists are also much more cautious about their looks on screen and off screen. Hence, they give priority to it, as much they give it to their fitness.” she added.

Surprisingly, Shilpa’s journey began in the Film Industry, without any godfather. Marathi film ‘The Strugglers- Amhi Udyache Hero’ was her debut film in 2012, as a costume designer; which was Directed by Vijay Shinde, starring Chinmay Mandlekar. After that, she worked as a costume designer for another Marathi film ‘Mahanayak Vasanta Tu’ again starring Chinmay Mandlekar.

“In 2013 I got a opportunity to work with renowned director Girish Mohite for his much talked about Marathi film ‘Guru Pournima’, starring Sai Tamhankar and Upendra Limaye, Sulbha Arya, which was produced under banner of Srihit Productions and released in September 2014.” recalls Shilpa.

Shilpa’s excellent costume designs in ‘Guru Pournima’ were noticed and appreciated by film critics; thus bringing her into limelight. Immediately after this film, she designed costumes for another Marathi film ‘Kalakendra’, directed by Vijay Shinde, starring Lokesh Gupte, Priya Gamre, Priya Berde. The film is focused tamasha culture. At present, she has four Marathi film assignments in hand; out of which 2 films are produced by Satish Motling productions. Recently, Shilpa was in Bangkok, along with the team of this film, for their shooting schedule there. Other assignment is of director Shantanu Rode’s upcoming film, which revolves around the humour filled relationship between father and son.

Besides Marathi films, Shilpa has designed costumes for commercial ads and has also worked on designing of costumes for a parallel hindi cinema, ‘Dhobi Ki Dulhan Pyari Hai’ directed by Sharmila Sankar , which was basically, an International film festival project. There is also one regional movie ‘Mortoo’ produced in Konkani language, which was screened at Melbourne international film festival and international film festival of Goa in 2013/14.

Besides film industry, Shilpa also designs costumes for the Five Star Hotel like Tunga Reganza, Vashi. And, last but not the least, she has worked as costume designer for the Dance Events of Shaimak Davar, Anand Mujumdar, Deepali Mandavkar and for other national competitions of Ballroom dance.

Isn’t that something to be appreciated. Only way, we can describe her is that she is a promising costume designer, with a difference.

Interviews

Prashant Damle is still matchless

Aside 4 April, 2015 Keertikumar Kadam

The moment one hears the name Prashant Damle, a smile adorns one’s face automatically. He is synonymous with loads of laughter. He must be one of the very few actors, to have extensively indulged in all the three forms of entertainment, Theatre, Films, Television. With his presence in entertainment field, spanning almost three decades, he has succeeded in retaining his own identity. Prashant has four Limca world records to his name and numerous awards adorn the shelf in his drawing room.

Prashant is more committed towards Marathi theatre and has so far staged more than 11200 shows. He debuted Marathi stage with ‘Tur Tur’ and ‘Moruchi Mavshi’, which brought him recognition. He played the lead in ‘Bramhachari’ and his play ‘Gela Madhav Kunikade’ broke lots of records. Prashant debuted in Marathi films with ‘Pudhacha Paul’ and went on to do quite a few films like ‘Pasant Aahe Mulgi’, ‘Ekda Pahave Karun’, ‘Ina Mina Deeka’ to name a few. Prashant Damle has a successful stint on television. His anchoring in ‘Aamhi Saare Khavaiye‘ increased his fan following. He acted in serials like ‘Be Dune Teen’, ‘Gharkul’, ‘Bhikajirao Karodpati’, ‘Darling Darling’ to name a few.

MMW had a chit chat with him recently.

MMW : You are staging ‘Karti Kaljat Ghusli’ again. What was the reason to choose this play?
Prashant Damle : I wanted a play with good humour. I was certain that I did not want a farce or a slapstick comedy. ‘Karti Kaljat Ghusli’ is a well written play with pure humour, where you do not have to force or create comedy.

MMW : Tejashree Pradhan is debuting with this play. What’s your take?
PD : Tejashree was keen to do theatre. She has the ability and has been putting in real hard work.

MMW : What keeps you away from films and television?
PD : Number of stage shows. But frankly, I was seen on television (Marathi and Hindi) and I have just completed film shooting of ‘Bho Bho’. You will see me in another film in an important role in ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai 2 – Lagnala Yayachach’.

MMW : But you like to be on stage…..
PD : You ought to do, what gives you more pleasure. I enjoy doing theatre.

MMW : Any role close to your heart?
PD : I can not single out one role. Each play I featured in, is a milestone in my career. Frankly, I love all my plays. Each play and role has its own importance. …..

MMW : What about films and serials?
PD : Films…. ‘Vajva Re Vajva’ and ‘Savat Mazi Ladki’, TV serial…..‘Kai Pahilas Mazhyat’. Me and the whole team had a blast during the making of this serial.

Review

‘Coffee Aani Barach Kahi’ offers refreshing flavor

Aside 3 April, 2015 Ullhas Shirke

Rating: ★★★★
Genres: Romantic
Censor: U
Duration: 120 Min.
Studio/presenter: Everest Entertainment, Ravi Jadhav Films, A White Swan Production
Producer: Prakash Kunte, A Motionspace entertainment
Director: Prakash Kunte
Writer: Aditi Moghe
Dialogues: Aditya Bedekar
Cast: Vaibhav Tatwawadi, Prarthana Behere, Bhooshan Pradhan, Neha Mahajan, Suyash Tilak, Dilip Prabhawalkar, Vidhyadhar Joshi, Ashiwni Ekbote, Sandesh Kulkarni, Suhas Joshi, Ila Bhate

True love never needs the expression of words. But, in certain cases, ‘love‘ does not materialize into ‘marriage’, unless it is expressed both ways. Prakash Kunte’s latest Marathi film ‘Coffee Aani Barach Kahi‘ presented by Everest Entertainment and Ravi Jadhav , has one such refreshing love story to offer, with a different flavor blended with love. Set on the backdrop of Pune city, the hub of IT industry, the film’s love story revolves around beautiful Jaai (Prarthana Behere) and smart and handsome Nishad (Vaibhav Tatwawadi) working in the same office.

Actually, Nishad in the team leader of his department and Jaai, who is a new recruit, joins his team. Soon, they start liking each other. But, both of them are unable to express their love to each other. While Jaai has understanding parents (Vidyadhar Joshi & Ashwini Ekbote) and a naughty but smart thinking younger sister Aabha ( Neha Mahajan), Vaibhav lives with his father ( Avinash Narkar) who is lonely, but always supportive.

Time comes, when Jaai’s parents think seriously about her marriage. They ask Jaai, whether she is already in relationship with anyone. Confused about her love, Jaai denies any such relationship; which encourages her father to invite his old family friend to their house along with their only son Anish ( Bhooshan Pradhan) . He suggests Jaai to check whether Anish would be a suitable match for her. Jaai, who doesn’t believe in arranged marriage , does confess to Anish, about her ideas of love and marriage. While she narrates all the recent happenings to Anish, the director goes on to show all her interactions with Nishad, Aabha and her parents.

At the same time, the director shows Nishad’s interactions with his close friend (Suyash Tilak), Abhyankar , the Coffee shop owner( Sandesh Kulkarni) and his dear father. He also shows, how Nishad tactfully avoids a girl suggested by his friend’s mother. Later, he shows the same girl, meeting Nishad in coffee shop with her ‘would be’ found through arranged marriage. In one more scene, he shows an old couple celebrating their Golden Jubilee marriage anniversary, in the same coffee shop, where Nishad is a silent observer.

Though some of the sequences are bit confusing; the creativity of the director is to be highly appreciated, while presenting this delightful love story. Generally, all love stories, need good music. But, in this film, the director has paid more attention on beautiful background music, to create an ambiance, required for this story . Coffee shops being the favourite spots of the young generation, the director has selected one such garden coffee house, to add that special flavor to this well presented love story. The costumes of Prarthana and Neha are just apt, to indicate their family’s higher middle class status.

‘Coffee Aani Barach Kahi’ scores on account of its neat and clean appearance, with natural brilliant performances by four youngsters namely Vaibhav Tatwawadi, Prarthana Behere, Bhooshan Pradhan and Neha Mahajan. They have received good support from character artistes Suyash Tilak, Anita Date, Anuja Sathe, Vidyadhar Joshi, Ashwini Ekbote, Ila Bhate, Avinash Narkar, Sandesh Kulkarni, Dilip Prabhavalkar and Suhas Joshi. Well suited dialogues help add that special flavor to this coffee, which is simply fabulous. Good photography by Arjun Sorte is another plus point of the film.

Most of the youngsters will correlate themselves with different characters in this film. Those understanding and liberal Parents would also connect well with the characters played by Vidyadhar Joshi, Ashwini Ekbote , Avinash Narkar and Ila Bhate. In short, this ‘Coffee’ offers a refreshing flavor, which will surely be appreciated by all Marathi film lovers.

Interviews

Pushkar Jog – always known for offering variety

Aside 3 April, 2015 Ullhas Shirke

Pushakar Jog is one such actor in Marathi film industry, who wants to be different, with his creative approach . Since the days, he performed as a child artiste in 90s, Pushkar has always shown promise, to grow as a talented actor. In the year 2007 Pushkar appeared as a hero of Marathi films, through his own home production ‘Jabardast’, which was directed by Mahesh Kothare. The film received good response and later Pushkar did many films like ‘Dhoom 2 Dhamaal’ , ‘Tukya Tukvila Nagya Nachvila’ along with his own production ‘Mission Possible’ which was directed by him.

Besides Marathi, Pushkar also performed in Hindi films like ‘EMI’ , ‘Huff It’s Too Much’ and so on. But, at present , he is busy with promotion of his forthcoming Marathi film ‘Sasucha Swayamvar’ , which is presented by his own home production Goosebumps Entertainment Co. After ‘Sasucha Swayamvar’ is due for release this month. In the meanwhile, Pushkar is getting ready to launch his next production, ‘Jabardast-2′ which will be a sequel of his 2007 hit film.

Marathi Movie World spoke to Pushkar .Excerpts from an interview:

Q. Recently, you promoted your film ‘Sasucha Swayamvar’ in a unique way. How did you think about it ?
A: Today, if we hold the music release ceremony of your film in a traditional way, it doesn’t receive much response. So, as my film was about Mother- in- law and her marriage, I thought of celebrating ‘Mother- in- law day’, by setting a new precedent. And, it really worked.

Q: Do you think that subject of Comedy can still work, when there are films with ‘out of the box’ subjects, inviting attention?
A: Comedy can never end in Marathi. If your story is good and you present the screenplay skillfully, to keep the audience engaged; it is sure to work.

Q: We also understand that you are going to produce a sequel of your film ‘Jabardast’?
A: Yes, that’s true. After release of ‘Sasucha Swayamvar’ I will begin work on ‘Jabardast-2′. Music will play an important role in this film.

Q: Can you provide some more details about this film ?
A: At present, I don’t want disclose much about this film. But, it will go on the floors in June 2015. I have already planned to shoot the title song of this film in ‘Ladakh’. Then, I have planned to shoot other songs at foreign locations; so as to release the first look officially, by August 2015.

TV Watch

Live telecast or Limited telecast?

Aside 31 March, 2015 Shweta Khot

Last week, on an invitation from MNS chief Raj Thackeray, many celebrities from Mumbai had responded, by taking part in a debate on proposed ‘Mumbai Development Plan’ by the state government. It was called a non political debate. Almost all Marathi news channels started showing the Live Telecast of the so called meeting, attended by prominent personalities like Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Farhan Akhtar, Javed Akhtar, Salim Khan, Riteish Deshmukh, Bharat Dabholkar, Dilip Vengsarkar, well known architect and town planner P.K.Das and many other artistes from Marathi entertainment industry.

But, after the introductory speech of Raj Thackeray, Mr. P. K. Das was called upon to brief the participants, on how wrong was the proposed plan. But, surprisingly, the so called live telecast, was suddenly stopped by all these channels. Later, when some of the channels showed the reactions of the celebrities, it became clear that they were in agreement with what Mr. P. K. Das had said. But, what P. K. Das said about the plan, was not known to the viewers. But, through the statements made by some celebrities, it became clear that they had opposed the proposed plan, especially the construction of car shed in city’s green belt in Aarey Colony.

In fact, what Mr. P.K.Das’ presented through visual display on screen and what he had suggested, was disclosed by other news websites later; but, the TV news viewers were deprived of this most important speech of Mr. Das. Instead of showing his speech, the news channels gave preference to the news on AAP party politics, which was not so relevant to people in Mumbai and Maharashtra. And, that was a big disappointment for the Marathi TV viewers.

Sometimes, while watching the advertisements of Hindi TV programmes on some Marathi channels, we fail to understand, why such programme ads are shown on Marathi channels? It is a clear indication that the Hindi entertainment channels are trying to invite more and more new Marathi viewers, to see their programmes too ? If it is so, then our Marathi entertainment channels, will have to offer quality entertainment, so as to retain their viewership .

With the new colorful look taken by an existing Marathi channel, our Grand old Doordarshan’s Sahyadri channel is also preparing to make its presence felt. It is understood that Mr. Mukesh Sharma has till date, successfully managed to introduce many new interesting Marathi entertaining programmes. And, they are receiving good response, to some of these programmes which were introduced during the past few months. But, now the news is that something more interesting will be offered by the national channel, for Marathi viewers. So, do switch on to this channel too, for a change.

TV Watch

‘Colors’ begins new chapter in Marathi from 23rd March

Aside 23 March, 2015 Shweta Khot

After official launch of the channel on auspicious Gudi Padwa day, ‘Colors Marathi’ has begun its Marathi chapter from 23^rd March 2015. On Sunday 22^nd March evening, the channel offered variety entertainment , with telecast of MICTA awards event , which was held in Dubai, last month. Surprisingly, the new channel will continue with some old serials of ETV. However, three new serials/shows have been added like ‘Aamchya Gharaat Sunbai Joraat‘, ‘Majha Hoshil ka’, and ‘Sakhi‘. There are many new young faces noticed in these new serials, though some of the veteran actors are also seen in character roles. We only hope that these three new serials, will offer something more interesting, if they need to stay in competition with other Marathi channels.

On Sunday 22^nd March ‘Mayboli’ channel offered two sensible movies ‘Khel Mandala’ in the afternoon and ‘ Ankaganit Anandache’ in the evening. For home viewers, it was a great satisfaction of watching these two films. Thanks to Viju Mane and Girish Kolapkar for offering variety, through these films. Hope to see many more such films, on this channel.

In ‘Jayostute’on Star Pravah, we are watching all those happenings in this serial, which we notice in all those Hindi serials, on the style of Yash Chopra film weddings. For the past four –five episodes, there is nothing but, preparations and celebrations going on, for lead character Pragati’s marriage, like Sangeet(Music )programme, offering enough scope to Priya Marathe to dance on the tunes of popular songs with her ‘would be‘and also former Boss, in a dream sequence. It was so much of time wasting in this serial; which otherwise offered some interesting stories of court cases, fought by the leading lady in the court. It is almost like saying ‘goodbye‘ to give justice to deserving people. Anyway, it seems that this serial is now deprived of more interesting stories to offer.

Last week, during the week end, there was a talk going on among few ladies at a Public place, as to why Janhavi was taking so much of time, to inform her husband, that she was pregnant. And, one of them quickly said, “The makers of this serial wanted to just drag on this issue, till world cup cricket was over, as they very well knew that even those who follow this serial, were not going to watch it, during this period. And, this comment was certainly worth taking note of, as many other serials did the same, during the past one month”. So, don’t be surprised, if you notice the leading stars of some of these serials, singing or dancing on popular songs, for next 5 days.

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