SAMIT KAKKAD’S HALF TICKET BAGS THE COVETED ‘ECUMENICAL JURY AWARD
At the 57th Zlin International film festival, one of the largest children’s film festivals worldwide, Samit Kakkad’s Half Ticket has won the much coveted ”Ecumenical Jury Award” The film produced by Video Palace and starring Priyanka Bose (Lion) & Bhalachandra Kadam (Sanggto Aika & Timepass) in addition to the 2 lead young actors (Shubham More & Vinayak Potdar) was part of the official selection at this film festival held in Czech Republic. Kakkad said, “It means the world to me and only bolsters my confidence that good Indian cinema is being appreciated. To even imagine that this is an award people I look up to have received, races my heart. I can only wish that this paves the way for more Indian films internationally and hope that larger audiences are able to enjoy not just mine, but my contemporaries films as well” The coveted award is given at leading film festivals globally since 1973 with the aim of “honoring the works of artistic quality which witnesses to the power of film to reveal the mysterious depths of human beings through what concerns them, their hurts & failings as well as their hopes.’ It has been bestowed on international filmmakers such as Andrei Tarkovsky, Mohsen Makhmalbaf, Samira Makhmalbaf, Asghar Farhadi, Fatih Akin & Pedro Almodovar amongst others. Among the only few Indian filmmakers to win this coveted international award have been Mira Nair (1988), Awtar Kaul (1974) & Rabindra Dharmaraj (1981).
NAKASH AZIZ SINGS THE MARATHI ANTHEM FOR SACHIN: A BILLION DREAMS
Nakash Aziz who is known for lending his powerful voice for the songs like “Jabra Fan” from Fan, “Saree Ke Fall Sa” & “Gandi Baat” from R…Rajkumar, “Cutie Pie” from Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, “Ye Jawaani Teri” from Meri Pyaari Bindu has sung a Marathi track for Sachin : A Billion Dreams for A. R. Rahman. Sukhwinder Singh has sung it in Hindi. Interestingly, Nakash had re – recorded this Marathi song in Bali as legendary composer A. R. Rahman wanted to record few portions of it again. Nakash says, “I had recorded the song a few days prior to my Bali trip but Rahman sir wanted to re – record a few portions and that too immediately. I searched a lot and finally found a studio there and I recorded it again. I feel lucky to be associated with this film as I am a huge fan of Sachin Tendulkar and to be a voice of A. R. Rahman’s composition was a cherry on the cake.” Earlier Nakash has composed music for Marathi film No Entry – Pudhe Dhoka Ahey. After making a mark in the music industry in South, Nakash is now all set to wow the Marathi & Gujarati audiences. Nakash Aziz has also received great appreciation for his song “Aai jyo” from the recently released Gujarati film Karsandas Pay & Use.
BUS STOP COMING SOON
After having made films like Online Binline & Bagtos Kay Mujra Kar, producer singer rapper Shreyash Jadhav team brings Bus Stop. Amruta Khanvikar, Aniket Vishwasrao, Hemant Dhome, Siddharth Chandekar, Pooja Sawant, Rasika Sunil, Akshay Waghmare, Madhura Deshpande, Suyog Gore, Avinash Narkar, Sanjay Mone, Sharad Ponkshe, Uday Tikekar, Vidyadhar Joshi et al play the main lead. Bus Stop has been directed by Samir Joshi & produced by Poonam Shinde, Gajendra Patil & Asoo Nihalani Bus Stop is slated for release on 21st Jul, 2017.
RINGAN IS ABOUT THE HEART – WARMING JOURNEY OF FATHER &_SON
National award winning film, Ringan’s poster was recently launched on social media platforms and it speaks in so many layers. In this poster we can see a farmer & his son standing distraught near a wall, staring into the abyss. This father – son duo feels trapped and turns to God seeking His help to break away from this almost impossible circle. Can this hopeless farmer make his way out of all his troubles along with his adorable son? How far does the 7 year old boy accompany his father on this difficult journey? Vidhi Kasliwal said, “The biggest plus point of Ringan is the identifiability of the underdog father & son, stuck in a seemingly endless cycle of misery & misfortune. I strongly connected with it & instantly knew I had to be part of it! Says Writer – director Makarand Mane, “The film depicts that many – a – time the path to happiness is pursuing us like our shadow, but we still keep ignoring it, trying to find it around, rather than within and hence we enter a never – ending cycle. Presented by Landmarc Films & produced by My Role Motion Pictures, Ringan will be released on 30th Jun, 2017 all over Maharashtra.
LAI JHAKAAS IS DUE ON 4TH AUG 2017
The 1st ever copy in digital format of R. K. Yande Films’ Lai Jhakaas is out this week and the film will be shown to the censors shortly. The film is due for release on 4th Aug, 2017. The film was shot in a 45 day shooting stint on actual locales of Aurangabad & Mumbai with newcomers H. Mukesh & Manisha in romantic leads along with Manoj Joshi, Nishigandha Wad, Sanjay Narvekar, Uday Tikekar, Nagesh Bhosle, Sunil Tawde, Sanjay Kulkarni et al. Producer: Kishore Yande. Writer – director: Babu Bhatt. Lyrics: Rajesh Bambugade & Babu Bhatt. Music: Sanjay Raj Gauri Nandan. Singers: Sachin Pilgaonkar, Sadhna Sargam & Sudesh Bhosle. Background Music: Bapi & Tutul.
HRITHIK ROSHAN LAUNCHES THE TRAILER OF VIKRAM PHADNIS’ HRUDAYANTHAR!
Hrithik Roshan who will make his debut in Marathi film industry with Vikram Phadnis’ debut film Hrudayanthar, launched the trailer of the emotional drama. The actor who has also tweeted its release date on his social media, agreed to grace the trailer launch at a suburban multiplex recently. Hrithik Roshan says, “I wouldn’t have considered deviating from what I was doing in my life at the point in time when Vikram approached me. The film wouldn’t have been possible without his incredible vision, clarity & passion”. Shiamak Davar says, “I’ve known Vikram for years and he is one of the most creative person. I’m glad that with Hrudyanthar he is taken his vision one step further and making his directorial debut. I am glad I got a chance to choreograph my 1st ever Marathi film.” Hrudayanthar, an emotional drama featuring popular Marathi actors Subodh Bhave, Mukta Barve & Sonali Khare, releases on 7th Jul, 2017.
MUHURAT OF PARI HUN MAIN
The Marathi audience is attracted in large numbers to films with unusual & different stories. Keeping this in mind Yogayatan Films has brought in Pari Hun Main, a film off the usual track. Yogayatan Group which has left a great mark in the construction infrastructure and many other fields of business is all set to make their debut in Marathi cinema with this film. The chairman of the Group, Dr. Rajendra Pratap Singh & director Sheela Rajendra Singh performed the muhurat of the film along with the artistes & the technicians. Rohit Shilwant directed Pari Hun Main is the story of a middle class family’s passionate journey towards their goal. Nandu Madhav, Devika Daftardar, Shruti Nigde & Flora Saini star in the film. The story of the film is written by Irawati Karnik. Cinematography is by Rohan Madkaikar. Music is by Sameer Saptiskar.
ACTRESS AKSHAYA GURAV GETS MARRIED TO DOP BHUSHAN WANI!
From Shruti Marathe, Mrunmayee Deshpande, Mayuri Wagh, Manava Naik to now Akshya Gurav so many beautiful Marathi actresses are getting married. Yes, Akshya Gurav recently got married to DOP Bhushan Wani. A small meeting at friend’s place led to finding her life partner. “Bhushan’s caring nature and the fact that he understands my priorities & supports me in my work too attracted me towards him”, says Askahya. Bhushan Wani is Famous DOP of several popular ads. Recently Akshya’s mehendi & wedding ceremony photos were uploaded on social media & her fans got to know about the news. Apart from acting in films like Fekma Faak, Serials like Manasicha Chitrakaar Toh, Mehndichya Panavar, Ithe Velach Mahatvachi & Zee Yuva’s Love Lagna Locha her versatility is to be appreciated.
