Big B – Tiger – Riyaz – Reshma Attended Muhurat Of Bhikari
Ganesh Acharya who is going to produce & direct Bhikari with Sharad Shelar under the banner Mi Maratha Film Production had invited Big B to give his blessings. Swapnil Joshi, Rucha Inamdar, Sayaji Shinde, who were all dressed in Libas creations, and Manoj Joshi came for mahurat. Big B unveiled the design of the film and gave his blessings and all the best to the entire cast of the film. The film is remake of Tamil super hit film Pichaikkaran. Riyaz & Reshma Gangji of Libas stores designed the costumes for the cast for this film’s muhurat. Tiger Shroff, Ravi Kishan, Sukhwinder Singh, Yogesh Lakhani of Bright Outdoor, Pooja Sawant & Pooja Bose were also present at this great event.
Mukkam Post Aaicha Gaava Post Production Begins
The post production work of Green Salad Entertainment’s Mukkam Post Aaicha Gaava has begun with editing at Sound – N – Vision, Goregaon. Credits: Producer: Jayshri Rohan Mohite, Writer – Lyricist – Director: Ninad Narwankar, Music: Pankaj Mandalik (who has already recorded 3 songs for the film which are rendered by Anand Shinde, Abhijeet Sawant & Aadhar Shinde, Cameraman: Kaustubh Bhate & Executive Producer: Rohan Mohite. A non-stop 40 days shooting stint for the film was completed on actual locales of Dapoli, Ganeshpuri, Vajreshwari, Badlapur locales and in & around Maharashtra. Cast: Vishwa & Ankita Tare in the main leads along with Arun Nalawade, Prafulla Samant, Prema Kiran et al.
12 Films All Set To Be Released On 24th Feb 2017
Producer Sadanand Pappu Lad of L. G. Productions is all set to release as many as 12 films on 24th Feb, 2017 in Maharashtra. Rahul Haksar, the leading distributor -exhibitor of Marathi films and also the No. 1 for Marathi language will be in charge of the theatrical distribution. The films to be released on 24th Feb, 2017 are Kumbharwada Dongri, Sshhh…….Toh Aalay, Laadachi Chingi, Maazya Navranchi Girlfriend, Ek Cutting Chai By 2, Dhurpi, Swami, Zingat, Escut, Mohabbat Ki Jung, Dagabaaz Pandit (Bhojpuri) & Jab Jab Khoon Pukare (Bhojpuri). If all the 12 films are released simultaneously on the same day, it will be a world record & also a Guinness Book Of World Records as the only producer from India – Sadanand Pappu Lad who dared to release 12 films together of his own banner on the same day of 24th Feb, 2017.
Sshhh…….Toh Aalay 90% Complete
The shooting of producer Sadanand Pappu Lad & L. G. Productions’ presentation of Ankur Films’ Sshhh……Toh Aalay is now 90% complete on 12th Jan, 2017 at Sai Vandana Studios in an 8 day shooting stint. Earlier, the film was shot in Lavassa locales, near Lonavala for 5 days. The last 4 days shooting will be held for the songs picturisation in Madh Island area from 15th Jan, 2017 to 18th Jan, 2017 and the entire film will be complete. The post – production work of the film will begin for 24 hours daily from 19th Jan, 2017 for 15 days and will be completed in the 1st week of Feb, 2017. The film will be shown to the censors during the mid – week of Feb, 2017 and it is all set for release on 24th Feb, 2017 along with 11 more films of the same producer Sadanand Pappu Lad who is all set to make a Guinness Book Of World Records. Credits: Director: Balasaheb Gore, Cameraman: Jai Tari, Writer: Dinkar Pande, Sound: Anil Vasantrao Nikam & Co – Producer Ankita Aniket. Cast: Ankur Lad (son of Producer Sadanand Pappu Lad), Ashutosh Gore (son of director Balasaheb Gore), Priyanka Gosavi, Aarohi G. Dike, Priya Bansode, Prashant Belande, Archana Gurav, Datta Patil, Meena Shirsagar et al.
Adil Baloch’s Journey Premachi Will Start From 17th 2017
Producer Adil Baloch & A. R. B. Films’ Journey Premachi is all set to kick off from 17th Feb, 2017 in over 80 screens all over Maharashtra. Credits: Directed by Amol Bhave, camera by Raaj Khilnani, lyrics by Aabhay Parab, music by Nikhil Kamath, dances by Vicky Khan, editing by Zafar Sultaan & casting direction by Kareena Mankani. Cast: Abhishek Sethiya, Kashmira Kulkarni, Madhav Deochakke, Atul Abhyankar, Parag Bandekar, Pradeep Patwardhan, Neelu Pathak, Deepjyoti Naik, Sunny Charls et al.
Sshhh…….Toh Aalay Complete
The entire shooting of producer Sadanand Pappu Lad & L. G. Productions Presentation of Ankur Films’ Sshhh…….Toh Aalay is now complete after the picturisation of 3 songs on 25th Jan, 2017 in Madh Island and nearby places of Mumbai. Earlier the film was shot for 20 days in Lavassa locales, near Lonavala and at Sai Vandana Resort, Virar wherein the entire talkie portions were shot. The editing of the film has already begun and the entire post production work will be completed shortly. The film will be readied for release on 24th Feb, 2017. Credits: Directed by Balasaheb Gore, cameraman is Jai Tari, writer: Dinkar Patil, sound: Anil Vasantrao Nikam & co – producer: Ankita Aniket (daughter of Producer Sadanand Pappu Lad). Cast: Ankur Lad (son of producer Sadanand Pappu Lad), Ashutosh Gore (son of director Balasaheb Gore), Priyanka Gosavi, Aarohi G. Dike, Priya Bansode, Archana Gurav, Datta Patil, Meena Shirsagar & Prashant Belande.
Durga Patil To Star In Rajan
Durga Patil, a 19 year old has been selected to play Rani – a love interest of Chhota Rajan in an upcoming film. The news of Santosh Juvekar starring in & as Rajan is making audience eager about this film. The gangster was known for his adventurous life and many national & international sensational stories. The film will be directed by Bharat Sundanda and will go on the floors very soon. It is produced by Darshana Bhadange & co -producer is Deepti Shreepat. Durga was chosen among 230 girls for this role. Currently studying in 2nd year of graduation. She is a national player for Rugby and also Gold Medalist in Martial Arts. Durga will be coached for 6 months to understand the role and accordingly change her body language & articulation.
Teaser Poster Of Manjha Is Out
On the occasion of Makar Sankranti the teaser poster of Manjha has been released digitally. The film will hit the theatres on 21st Apr, 2017. Ashvini Bhave has heightened her fans’ curiosity after releasing the 1st teaser poster of her upcoming film Manjha. The further combination of Balak Palak fame Rohit Phalke & Dance India Dance fame Sumedh Mudgalkar has made it even more intriguing! And with Director Jatin Wagle at the helm, this one looks like a winner. An India Stories Production, Manjha is the 1st ever Marathi venture movie produced by Hindi film producers Trilok Malhotra & K R Harish.
Madhura To Judge Hindi Little Champs
Many a times we have observed that the amount of raw talent that is presented in kids’ version of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa is more astonishing & lovable. We the Marathi audiences are still nostalgic about the very 1st Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Little Champs edition. Since then we have been ardent followers of both Marathi & Hindi Little Champs. Hence when a Marathi singer like Madhura Kumbhar goes on to become a judge in Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Lil Champs 2016 / 2017, we feel proud & represented on a national or even international platform. Madhura herself has been a contestant on both Marathi & Hindi editions of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa. Madhura revealed that since she has gone through the process of this huge platform, she can understand what the little kids must be going through. She understands that even though these kids are extremely talented & raw, they need the right direction & less strict judgement considering their experience. Madhura also shared her experience of auditions around the country. She mentioned how Sairat fever is ever present even out of Maharashtra in places like Baroda, Gujrat. Many kids also sang other Marathi super hit songs in their auditions.
5 Year Old Prachiti Shines
There is no shortage of talented dancers in Maharashtra. Colors Marathi’s brand new dance show 2 MAD – Maharashtracha Assal Dancer is all set to give a platform to such talents. Their moto is to find the “MADness” amongst these talented dancers. During the auditions of “2 MAD” many dancers of all ages presented their skills & talents in front of the judges. But due to the rules of age -limit kids were not selected for further rounds, but they still impressed one & all present over there. One such exceptionally talented child was a 5 year old girl named Prachiti. Her dancing skills, expressions & her cute talking won hearts of the judges that include the beautiful Amruta Khanwilkar, choreographer Umesh Jadhav & filmmaker Sanjay Jadhav gave a standing ovation to Prachiti. Due to the age – limit Prachiti couldn’t be selected for the competition but the judges declared that Prachiti will be performing in the final event of 2 MAD!
Karar Gears Up For Release
Karar – a film about increasing insensitivity in the society will be releasing very soon. The film stars Subodh Bhave in the lead role. The film has 2 leading ladies – Urmila Kanetkar & Kranti Redkar. The film is directed by Manoj Kotian & produced by Poonam & Neelam Sevia. The trailer & the music launch of this film was done recently. The starcast & the crew of the film was present for this event. Subodh Bhave said, “Karar is a family film and it shows the struggle of everyone’s family life & their issues. Kranti commented that Karar is a very close film to her. “I am doing the role of Radha who is very serious. I learnt so many things from Subodh during this film”. The story is written by Sanjay Jagtap & Hemant Edalabadkar has written the dialogues.
The music of this film is composed by Vijay Gavande & Paresh Shah. Guru Thakur & Mangesh Kangane have penned the lyrics. Avadhoot Gupte, Shreya Ghoshal, Bela Shende, Sonu Kakkar, Jasraj Joshi, Neha Rajpal & Vaishali Samant have given the playback for the songs.
Rohini Hattangadi Makes A Comeback On The Small Screen
Rohini Hattangadi is one of the few artiste who has worked extensively on all 3 mediums of films, theatre & television with equal success. From Marathi, Hindi to Hollywood she has done it all. For many years she had a strong bond with Colors Marathi as she starred in the superhit serial Chaar Divas Sasuche. A serial that made her a household name all over Maharashtra.
Now after 3 years she is returning to Colors Marathi with the upcoming serial Sakhya Re. The serial also stars our favorite actor
Suyash Tilak & talented debutant Dnyanada Ramtirthkar. In Sakhya Re Rohini Hattangadi essays the dashing character of Masaheb, who is an elderly, respected & powerful woman from a royal family. The audiences were waiting for Rohini Hattangadi’s comeback from a long time now. And now she is back with an exciting role in a refreshing new serial Sakhya Re.
Shreya Ghoshal’s Melodious Voice For Deva
Deva is an upcoming Marathi film that has already been highly awaited! And the reason is Ankush Chaudhari, whose unique look & hairstyle went viral on social media recently, which has created lots of buzz for Deva. Now another exciting news is out, Bollywood’s melodious queen Shreya Ghoshal is singing a song for Deva! The song is composed by Amit Raj & was recently recorded in Shreya’s voice. Every music director dreams of working with his / her favorite singers. Amit Raj is no exception here. So, because of Deva Amit Raj’s dream to work with his favorite singer Shreya Ghoshal has been fulfilled. The lyrics of this song are written by star writer Kshitij Patwardhan! Deva is jointly produced by Innovative Films & Pramod Films & will be a major attraction in Marathi cinema in 2017. The film has been shot in the beautiful backdrop of Konkan. South’s famous director Murali Nalappa has directed Deva
2017 Begins On A Romantic Note
Ti Saddhya Kay Karte? is a question a person ends up asking one of his old friends who knew her / him! Yes that’s how personal this film promises to be. At some point all of us have fallen in love during our childhood days. And after a point we grew up, but we could never forget that special person. We are always intrigued about that person & their whereabouts now! Zee Studios alongside Asankhya Productions brings to us the 1st big Marathi release of 2017! Ti Saddhya Kay Karte directed by Satish Rajwade & written by Manswini Lata Ravindra starring a brigade of exciting actors from Ankush Chaudhari & Tejashri Pradhan to debutantes Abhinay Berde & singer turned actress Arya Ambekar! The film also stars Sukanya Mone, Sanjay Mone, Tushar Dalvi & child artistes Hruditya Rajwade & Nirmohi Agnihotri! It’s a love story that is designed in 3 stages! The 1st is the childhood phase, the 2nd teenage & the 3rd belonging to grown – ups. So we will experience 3 stages of life of these 2 main characters; Anurag & Tanvi! Anurag is played by Hruditya (child), Abhinay (teenage) & Ankush (adult) whereas Nirmohi (child), Arya (teenage) & Tejashri (adult) together will portray Tanvi! This whole idea of a 3 stage love story is so refreshing & unique.
Ulka Gupta’ Enters Marathi Cinema Industry
Ulka Gupta garnered much love & appreciation for her performance of little Laxmibai in the Hindi Serial Jhansi Ki Rani. Now Ulka is all set to make her debut in Marathi films with Sonali Entertainment House’ produced, G. S. Films Academy Production’ presents Odh…….The Attraction.
This film spotlights our society’s hypocrisy & inability to understand the relationship of friendship between a girl & a boy. Odh…….
The Attraction is one such tale of pure friendship. Ulka will share the screen with veterans like Mohan Joshi, Bhau Kadam, Bharat Ganeshpure, Shashikant Ketkar & Jayvant Bhalekar. The shooting of this film has already kicked off at places like Latur, Tuljapur & Takviki. Ulka has previously starred in Hindi, Tamil & Telegu films. Ulka is now working on her Marathi which can benefit her performance. The story & the screenplay of Odh…….The Attraction is written by director Dinesh Thakur whereas the dialogues are penned by Ganesh Kadam. The songs for Odh…….The Attraction are written by Abhay Inamdar, Sanjali Rode, Kuku Prabhas & Kaustubh. The compositions to these songs are credited to Pravin Kunvar whereas they are sung by popular singers like Swapnil Bandodkar, Dr. Neha Rajpal, Rohit Raut, Anandii Joshi & Javed Ali. The cinematography of this film is done by famous cinematographer V. N. Reddy’s son, Ravikant Reddy.
Kumar Sanu’s “Halke Halke Bolne”
Marathi cinema is currently undergoing many positive changes. It has increased its reach like never before. Many new producers are getting drawn to Marathi stories. One such production house is Bramhandnayak Movies which previously brought us Dhol Tashe! Now they are all set to entertain us with another exciting film titled Halke Halke & they have collaborated with A. R. Films’ on this project. Very recently a melodious romantic song from this film was recorded in the voice of popular Bollywood singer, Kumar Sanu. “Halke Halke Bolne” is a song that will definitely rule our hearts just like all classic songs of Kumar Sanu. Alongside Kumar Sanu producer turned singer A. Anuradha has also sung this song. Raj Anjute who was the producer of Dhol Tashe has now turned director with Halke Halke.
