Zee Studios’ Marathi film Nude wins big at the New York Indian Film Festival 2018

Zee Studios received top honours at the 18th edition of New York Indian Film Festival for its Marathi film Nude directed by Ravi Jhadav. The critically-acclaimed and commercially celebrated social drama bagged two awards—Best Film and Best Actress (Kalyanee Mulay) at the prestigious New York Indian Film Festival this year. 

Starring Kalyanee Mulay, Chhaya Kadam and Naseeruddin Shah in a special appearance, the movie is centred around a mother who poses as a nude model for students of an art college, to fund her son's education.

Speaking on the occasion, Mangesh Kulkarni, Marathi Film Division’s Business Head- Zee Studios, shared, "We are ecstatic with the kind of response our film Nude got post it’s screening at NYIFF and especially proud for it to have bagged both Best Film and Best Actress awards. The award does not belong only to Nude but to everyone who dare to tell extraordinary stories through cinema." 

Commenting on the win, director Ravi Jadhav, said, “I am overwhelmed to receive this honour on Mother’s Day. The film has always stood tall against all odds and there is a remarkably rugged renaissance across Marathi cinema. It is a triumph of an art.”

Director Sandeep Modi's Marathi Film ‘CHUMBAK’- is the OPENING FILM at Marathi Talkies MAMI Today

Swanand Kirkire, two times National award winner popular lyrics writer plays a full-fledged lead for the first time in director Sandeep Modi’s Marathi Film CHUMBAK. Chumbak is slated to be the opening film at Marathi Talkies of MAMI 2017 and is expected to have the prominent Bollywood personalities for this screening. Narain S Kumar who is closely associated with Subhash Kapoor of Jolly LLB fame forays into Marathi film industry with his debut Marathi film “CHUMBAK” as producer. 

“Chumbak” directed by National Award Winning Ad-filmmaker Sandeep Modi, stars Swanand Kirkire along with 15year old Pune boy Sahil Jadhav. Director Sandeep Modi, graduate from FTII, has assisted noted film-makers like Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Ashutosh Gowariker apart from being the associate director on Ram Madhvani's film NEERJA. 

CHUMBAK is a slice of life drama about the relationship between these two damned opposites, a 41year old who believes the world is as innocent as he himself, and a 14 year old who believes the world is as cunning as the one that fleeced him. Fifteen-year-old Baalu cleans tables at a restaurant in Mumbai. His dream is to have his own sugar cane stand and hoping to make the money quickly, he invests in a dubious scheme. Unfortunately, he loses all his savings. A bitter Baalu decides he’s going to con the world since it doesn’t value his honesty and hard work. So Baalu sets up his own scam, but when the only person to fall for it is an earnest, mentally-challenged man, he must choose between his dream and his humanity.

Speaking on the film, Producer Narain S Kumar said, “It is a coming of age story of this poor kid, Baalu who is on the verge of making the choices in life, till he meets Prasanna, a mentally slow man! Thrown on a roller coaster ride of circumstances together, Baalu find himself with the same dilemma again. Will the attraction of his dream make him sell his soul? Or will the pull of his conscience and Prasanna make him the man he once wanted to be? CHUMBAK is journey of these two opposites.” 

Chumbak is Written by Saurabh Bhave of Marathi Films - Taryenche Bhait & Haapus fame.   DOP  is Rangarajan Ramabadran an FTII Graduate and a well known name in Ads who won accolades for his first Marathi film “Happy Journey”. Costumes are by Sachin Lovlekar known for his work in Marathi Films as Court, Killa, Half Ticket, Dombivali Fast and Hindi Films as Pan Singh Tomar, Nil Battey Sannata, Madaari, Mumbai Meri Jaan, Laal Rang.Art Direction is by Prashant Bidkar of Marathi Films – Killa, Deool, Ek Hazarachi Note fame.Chumbak is Edited by Chandrashekhar Prajapati who has been associated with hit Hindi Films  as Jolly LLB 2, Piku, Vicky Donor, Madras Café, Bhootnath Returns, Nil Battey Sannata etc.Sound Design is by Allwin Rego Marathi Films Ventilator  & Hindi films  Fitoor, Kahaani, Rocky Handsome, Queen, Shaandaar to name a few. Music is by  Saket  Kanitkar . 

Chumbak is produced by Narain S Kumar under the banner of MIILONII MOVIEWORKSS. Producer Narain S Kumar of Miilonii Movieworkss has executed films like PHAS GAYE RE OBAMA, JOLLY LLB ( Arshad Warsi, Amrita Rao,Saurabh Shukla, Boman Irani ) & JOLLYLLB2 (Akshay Kumar,Huma Qureshi,Annu kapur, Saurabh Shukla) which has changed the paradigm of commercial cinema and the idea of stars ensuring box office success. His other films include GUDDU RANGEELA (Arshad Warsi, Aditi Rao Hydari, Amit Sadh & Others), PHAS GAYE RE OBAMA (Rajat Kapoor, Neha Dhupia, Sanjay Mishra, Amol Gupte and others), AHISTA AHISTA (Abhay Deol & Soha Ali Khan); JOHN DAY (Naseeruddin Shah & Randeep Hooda).He has also produced TV shows TOTA WEDS MAINA (2013) starring Kavita Kaushik & Gaurav Gera for SAB TV and KHUSHIYON KI GULLAK AASHI (2014) for SONY PAL.

Superstar Ankush Chaudhari’s next with Viacom18 Motion Pictures to release on 29th Sept 2017

The super hit actor- director duo of ‘Classmates’, Ankush Chaudhari and Aditya Sarpotdar are back with their next Marathi venture. The untitled film is all set to be released by Viacom18 Motion Pictures on 29th September, 2017. Delivering on the promise of varied and unconventional content across all languages, Viacom18 Motion Pictures has now added yet another engaging narrative to its expanding and extensive regional portfolio. 

The film has been written by Upendra Sidhaye. 

Elaborating on the same, Ajit Andhare – COO, Viacom18 Motion Pictures said, ““Our next Marathi release on 29th September stars Ankush Chaudhari, this is our very first film with him. The film is directed by the talented Aditya Sarpotdar & is a unique coming of age story that will resonate with the Marathi audience.” 

The untitled next is a light hearted, slice of life story that sees Ankush Chaudhari portray a never seen before character.  

In love with the honesty of the film - ‘RINGAN’ - Vidhi Kasliwal

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 and his son standing distraught near a wall, staring into the abyss. While right in the corner of the poster we can see an idol of Lord Vitthala standing with his hands emphatically on his waist. The question that is troubling both father and son, appears as the tag-line in the poster – “Ringan, sutta tute na mauli” – which means, “How will this vicious circle ever break, Oh Lord?” This father-son duo feels trapped and turns to God seeking His help to break away from this almost impossible circle. What we can also see on the poster, is the answer to this daunting question, simply graphitized on the very wall the pair are standing next to – “Baher Janyacha Marg” – which means “The Way Out...”

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? And will God help them find their way out of this evil cycle? It's going to be exciting to see all these questions and more answered in the film.

Talking about the poster and the film, 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. And the physical & emotional journey they have to take together to emerge victorious! The honesty of the entire team shines through & the film fills you with hope. I strongly connected with it & instantly knew I had to be part of it! According to 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 and produced by My Role Motion Pictures, Ringan will be released on June 30 all over Maharashtra.

Hrithik Roshan launches the trailer of Vikram Phadnis’ Hrudayantar

Superstar Hrithik Roshan who will make his debut in Marathi film industry with Vikram Phadnis’ Hrudayantar, launched the trailer of the emotional drama. The superstar who plays a pivotal role in Vikram’s debut directorial venture is glad to be part of the movie and had also tweeted its release date on his social media last month. And this time too, he happily agreed to grace the trailer launch of the movie held at a suburban multiplex on Sunday.

When Vikram spoke to Hrithik regarding the trailer launch, he was happy to be part of the event. The popular designer-turned-filmmaker shares a great rapport with the superstar and their association goes back a long way.

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 and passion. Hrudayantar is the heart of Vikram.  Thank you for the incredible experience and giving me the opportunity to work with some of the finest actors." 

Purvesh Sarnaik says, "When Vikram narrated me the title of the film I didn't bother to hear the script because the title itself is so strong and meaningful. I'm glad that international celebrities like Hrithik Roshan and Shiamak Davar are associated with the movie."

Vikram Phadnis says, “We feel honoured of Hrithik being a part of Hrudayantar! His support on the film in so many ways has just been so encouraging. The trailer launched by him is special for the team of Hrudayantar because he stood by us rock solid while the making of the film. It’s a very special day!”

Shiamak Davar says, "I've known Vikram for years and he is one of the most creative person. I'm glad that with Hrudyantar he is taken his vision one step further and making his directorial debut. Marathi theater and films are fantastic and I am glad I got a chance to choreograph my first Marathi film. The trailer is so impactful and I wish Vikram all the luck!" 

Presented by Gulshan Kumar, A Young Berry Entertainment, Imtiaz Khatri and Vikram Phadnis Productions in association with Toabh Entertainment, Hrudayantar is an emotional drama featuring popular Marathi actors including Subodh Bhave, Mukta Barve and Sonali Khare.The film releases on 7th July, 2017.

हृतिक रोशन लाँच करणार ‘हृदयांतर’ सिनेमाचा ट्रेलर

‘हृदयांतर’ चित्रपटातून मराठी सिनेसृष्टीत पदार्पण करणारा सुपरस्टार हृतिक रोशन ह्या सिनेमाचा ट्रेलर लाँच करणार आहे. 

हदयांतर सिनेमाव्दारे फॅशन डिझाइनर विक्रम फडणीस मराठी सिनेसृष्टीत आपलं निर्माता-दिग्दर्शक म्हणून पाऊल ठेवतोय. त्यामुळे आपल्या मित्राच्या सिनेमात काम करताना हृतिक रोशन खूप खुश आहे. त्याने ह्या सिनेमाच्या रिलीजची तारीख ही ट्विटर व्दारे जाहिर केली होती. आणि आता 28 मे रोजी होणा-या ह्या सिनेमाच्या ट्रेलर लाँचला ही हृतिक रोशन हजेरी लावणार आहे. 

सूत्रांच्या अनुसार, “हृदयांतर सिनेमाच्या ट्रेलर लाँच सोहळ्याविषय़ी सांगताच, हृतिकने ह्या कार्यक्रमाला आपण उपस्थित राहण्याविषयी सांगितलं. हृतिक आणि विक्रम ह्यांची मैत्री खूप जुनी आहे.” 

विक्रम फडणीस म्हणतो, “हृतिक रोशन ह्या सिनेमाचा हिस्सा असल्याने ही आमच्यासाठी अभिमानाची गोष्ट आहे. आणि हृतिकने नेहमीच ह्या ना त्या प्रकारे हृदयांतरला सपोर्ट केलाय. त्यामुळेच हृतिकच्या हस्ते हृदयांतर चित्रपटाचा ट्रेलर लाँच होणं ही आमच्या संपूर्ण हृदयांतरच्या टीमसाठी खुप महत्वाची गोष्ट आहे. हा आमच्यासाठी एक स्पेशल दिवस असणार आहे.” 

टी-सीरिज प्रस्तुत, टोएब एन्टरटेन्मेटच्या सहयोगाने बनलेला, यंग बेरी एन्टरटेन्मेट, इम्तियाज खत्री आणि विक्रम फडणीस प्रॉडक्शन निर्मित आणि विक्रम फडणीस दिग्दर्शित ‘हृदयांतर’ चित्रपटात मुक्ता बर्वे, सुबोध भावे आणि सोनाली खरे मुख्य भूमिकेत दिसणार आहेत.

‘हृदयांतर’ चित्रपटासाठी मुक्ता-सुबोध आले नऊ वर्षांनी एकत्र

विक्रम फडणीस निर्मित आणि दिग्दर्शित‘हृदयांतर’ चित्रपटामध्ये अभिनेत्री मुक्ता बर्वे आणि अभिनेता सुबोध भावे पती-पत्नीच्या भूमिकेत दिसणार आहेत. ‘एक डाव भूताचा’ ह्या चित्रपटानंतर मुक्ता-सुबोध तब्बल नऊ वर्षांनी एकत्र दिसणार आहेत. 

विक्रम फडणीस प्रॉडक्शन आणि यंग बेरी एन्टरटेन्मेट (प्रताप सरनाईक आणि त्यांचा मुलगा पुर्वेश सरनाईक) निर्मित, आणि विक्रम फडणीस दिग्दर्शित हृदयांतर चित्रपटामध्ये सोनाली खरे, मुक्ता बर्वे आणि सुबोध भावे ह्यांच्या मुख्य भूमिका आहेत. जोशी कुटूंबाच्या ह्या कथेमध्ये सौ. समायरा जोशीच्या भूमिकेत मुक्ता बर्वे तर श्री. शेखर जोशीच्या भूमिकेत सुबोध भावे दिसणार आहे. 

अभिनेता सुबोध भावे ह्याविषयी सांगतो, “मुक्ता आणि मी दोघेही पुण्यातले आहोत. त्यामुळे आमची मैत्री आम्ही कॉलेजमध्ये असताना भाग घेतलेल्या, पुरूषोत्तम करंडक स्पर्धेपासूनची आहे. मुंबईत आल्यावर आम्ही बंधन मालिका केली. त्यानंतर एक डाव धोबी पछाड सिनेमा केला. ती माझी खूप जुनी मैत्रीण आहेच. पण तिच्या कामाबद्दल मला अतिशय आदरही आहे. तिच्यासोबत काम करताना मी नेहमीच रिलॅक्स असतो.” 

अभिनेत्री मुक्ता बर्वे म्हणते, “महाविद्यालयात असतानाचा हॅंडसम हंक, ज्याच्याशी एकदा तरी बोलावंसं वाटावं असा लाखो तरूणींची धडकन‘दि सुबोध भावे’  ते माझा जिवलग मित्र सुब्या असा सुबोधच्या आणि माझ्या मैत्रीचा प्रवास झालाय. सुरूवातीच्या काळात सुबोधने दिग्दर्शित केलेल्या एका नाटकाचे कॉस्च्युम्सही मी केले होते. आणि ‘हृदयांतर’ ही फिल्म आमच्या दोघांसाठी नक्कीच एक अविस्मरणीय फिल्म असेल.” 

विक्रम फडणीस प्रॉडक्शन आणि यंग बेरी एन्टरटेन्मेट (प्रताप सरनाईक आणि त्यांचा मुलगा पुर्वेश सरनाईक) निर्मित, आणि विक्रम फडणीस दिग्दर्शित हृदयांतर 9 जून 2017 ला चित्रपटगृहांमध्ये झळकणार आहे.

Eros International to release Marathi film, Baghtos Kay Mujra Kar

Eros International and Everest Talkies come together for a movie that makes a strong statement on the state of Shivaji Maharaj's historical forts in Maharashtra. Here's the gripping trailer of the upcoming Marathi film, Baghtos Kay Mujra Kar, produced by Sanjay Chhabria. The movie stars Jeetendra Joshi, Aniket Vishwasrao, Akshay Tanksale and is written & directed by Hemant Dhome. 

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A Vazandar secret to weight-loss!

The biggest challenge for an overweight person is how to keep your weight under control. The upcoming film ‘Vazandar’ is a fun-filled ride that showcases the weight-loss journey of two plump women. The trailer of the film was recently launched on social media and the film is slated for a November 11 release. Produced by Landmarc Films' Vidhi Kasliwal; written and directed by Sachin Kundalkar, ‘Vazandar’, which releases on November 11, features the stylish Sai Tamhankar and the pretty Priya Bapat as well as new sensation Chetan Chitnis along with the handsome Siddharth Chandekar. The film also stars, yesteryear cricketer Sandip Patil's son, Chirag Patil. Sai and Priya's first look left many speechless, generating curiosity about the film among cinegoers.The glam-girls put on weight especially for this film, which shows in the trailer. Of course the film is about them trying to go from fat to fit but the reason that prompts such a step, has been kept a secret as of now. A saree-clad Sai and a girl-next-door Priya have great onscreen chemistry. Apart from all this, the film presents a viewpoint that makes you think. There's more to life than putting on or losing weight and that's what the film tells us. From the trailer, it is apparent that 'Vazandar' will change the perspective of many. The film's tagline, 'Jya baarik nastat, tya jaadach astat' (Fat are they, who aren’t slim), says a lot and as expected, the trailer has caught attention for the much anticipated post-Diwali release.

Priyanka Chopra’s Purple Pebble Pictures’ ‘Ventilator’ coming soon

With the vision to create a platform for great stories, irrespective of their genre and language, Priyanka Chopra and her production house, Purple Pebble Pictures proudly announced their next offering, Ventilator, produced by Madhu Chopra and directed by Rajesh Mapuskar beginning this year.

Having worked as an Associate Director with filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani on successful films including Munnabhai series and 3 Idiots, Rajesh made his directorial debut with Ferrari Ki Sawaari (2012), and now the writer-director is set to make his debut in Marathi film industry with Purple Pebble Pictures’ Marathi film, Ventilator.

Written and directed by Rajesh, Ventilator is a family entertainer featuring a sterling ensemble cast that includes veteran Marathi film and theatre actors. The movie is currently into its post-production stage.

Madhu Chopra says, “Ventilator is a fun family fiesta that will make you laugh and promises to be lot of fun. The film also gives a strong emotional Content.”

Writer-director Rajesh Mapuskar adds, “I’m grateful to Priyanka Chopra and Madhu Chopra for backing my Marathi debut, Ventilator, which is a fun, festive and family film. The film features several eminent actors of Marathi film industry.”

Produced by Purple Pebble Pictures and directed by Rajesh Mapuskar, the release date of Ventilator will be revealed by the makers soon.

Marathi film Lapachhapi premieres at the Brooklyn Film Festival

It was the World Premiere of the film Marathi film Lapachhapi on June 5, 2016. Brooklyn Film Festival, Windmill Studios... a moment to cherish for India and Marathi cinema. This was the first ever Marathi film at Brooklyn and the first Indian horror at the festival since 19 years of inception.

The filmmakers were very well appreciated for their efforts and the turnout was quite good despite the fact that there were thundershowers that lashed Brooklyn last evening.

"The response of the audience was superb. They emoted at the right places and we knew that the film was struck the right chord not just with the Indian diaspora but the locals in the US as well and that was the marketing strategy from day one," says S Ramachandran, Associate Producer of Lapachhapi.

As for the director, he handled a series of questions post screening with elan. "It was a good audience and they understood the film despite the fact that we were showing the film in Marathi albeit with English subtitles," he says.

Jitendra Patil, the producer of Lapachhapi knew that this was a battle won. And now to fight the war.

Incidentally Lapachhapi did not just have the world premiere at the festival. it was also the official selection at the festival, making it the first Indian horror at Brooklyn and the first Marathi film ever at Brooklyn since 19 years of its inception.

Director Vishal Furia, producer Jitendra Patil, Co producer Meena Patil and Associate Producer Ramachandran Srinivasan at the Brooklyn Film Festival Red carpet 

Lapachhapi Associate Producer Ramachandran Srinivasan poses for the cameras with US director Neal Dhand, Lapachhapi producer Jitendra Patil and director Vishal Furia and acclaimed US Cameraman Paul Hinson at the Premiere of Lapachhapi at the Brooklyn Film Festival on Sunday, June 5, 2016 

Lapachhapi Associate Producer Ramachandran Srinivasan meets up with Joey King, actress from White House Down and Conjuring at the screening of the latter's film Borealis at the Brooklyn Film Festival 

Lapachhapi Associate Producer Ramachandran Srinivasan poses for the cameras with US filmmakers Leslie McCleave and Sarah Pirozek at the Brooklyn Film Festival

Sairat team on The Kapil Sharma Show (in pics)

Ekk Albela motion teaser out

The motion teaser of Manglmurti Films, Kimaya Motion Pictures and Monish Babre’s Ekk Albela is out and it certainly looks impressive.

The fascinating motion teaser of Ekk Albela takes you through the inspiring journey of India’s first dancing and action star, Bhagwan Dada. Interestingly, a motion teaser and video like this has not been done for a Marathi film ever!

Produced by Kimaya Motion Pictures and directed by Shekhar Sartandel, Manglmurti Films’ Ekk Albela features award winning versatile actor Mangesh Desai as Bhagwan Dada and the powerhouse performer Vidya Balan portraying the role of renowned yesteryear actress Geeta Bali in her debut Marathi movie.

The biopic that explores the era between 1930 to 1951 has several dialogues in Hindi and also has two popular Hindi songs from the original film – Shola Jo Bhadke and Bholi Surat Dil Ke Khote.

Ekk Albela is directed by Shekhar Sartandel and produced by Monish Babre. It is a Kimaya Motion Pictures Production and presented by Manglmurti Films and releases on 24th June, 2016.

Here is the link of Ekk Albela’s motion poster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kM261SrhDVs

Vidya Balan launches Ekk Albela’s song ‘Shola Jo Bhadke’

After launching the fascinating trailer of the Marathi movie, Ekk Albela recently, the makers of the Bhagwan Dada biopic including producers Manglmurti Films, Kimaya Motion Pictures, Dr Monish Babre and director Shekhar Sartandel launched the movie’s iconic song 'Shola Jo Bhadke' at a plush five-star hotel in Mumbai. Ekk Albela is the untold story of India’s first dancing and action hero Bhagwan Dada and his extraordinary journey as he went out to become one of the biggest legends of Hindi cinema. Produced by Kimaya Motion Pictures and directed by Shekhar Sartandel, Manglmurti Films’ Ekk Albela features award winning versatile actor Mangesh Desai as Bhagwan Dada and the powerhouse performer Vidya Balan portraying the role of renowned yesteryear actress Geeta Bali in her

debut Marathi movie. The popular song ‘Shola Jo Bhadke’ featured in the Bhagwan Dada-Geeta Bali starrer Albela (1951) has been recreated in Ekk Albela which was launched amidst a packed house by Vidya Balan, Mangesh Desai, director Shekhar Sartandel, producers Sangeeta Ahir, Krrish Ahir and producer Dr Monish Babre. Interestingly, Vidya not only surprised the gathered media in Geeta Bali’s look but also performed on the iconic song along with her co-star Mangesh Desai. The biopic that explores the era between 1930 to 1951 has several dialogues in Hindi and two Hindi songs from the original film Albela including Shola Jo Bhadke and Bholi Surat Dil Ke Khote. Ekk Albela is directed by Shekhar Sartandel and produced by Monish Babre, It is a Kimaya Motion Pictures Production and presented by Manglmurti Films and releases on 24 th  June, 2016

Ekk Albela Teaser Launch (in pics)

1st Time Suspense Action Thriller Film In Marathi Cinema “SUPERB PLAN”

“Superb Plan” – which released last week is a Bollywood Style Film Revolving around the Corporate World, and proving to be a super success, as in first week it was released in 250 theatres, but in this week 150 more theatres are being added, but in spite of government orders it is not getting a single theatre in multiplex.Film “Superb Plan”, is produced by a Mumbai based production company M/s. Singhal Entertainment & Films Pvt. Ltd. Film is based on corporate world, which unveils the rot within this high profile zones evident with the white collar people likely to be seen often in the Bollywood or Hollywood movies.The film has actors Satyanand (Sandy) Gaitonde, Trupti Bhoir, Girish Pardesi, Naina Muke, Sukanya Surve and Rajandra Shisatkar in the lead roles, while it is directed by Jai Tari and is produced by Mr. Manmohan Ghuwalewala.The release of “Superb Plan” Trailer has given a decent response over the social media. The tweets, comments and feedback of Marathi audience have been positive for the film considering its content and the actors performing in various roles in the film. Interestingly, “Superb Plan” is one of the first Marathi films, which is shot in Canada apart from the usual locations of Mumbai and other places in India. With all these factors, the film is likely to be doing a better business over the box office.Manmohan Ghuwalewala as a Producer bring his First Marathi Movie name “SUPERB PLAN”, under his banner “SINGHAL ENTERTAINMENT & FILMS PVT. LTD.” it’s a corporate type Indo Canadian Movie with a Suspense thriller and a social cause message. The most talented actress of Marathi Cinema “Trupti Bhoir” has played very important role in this movie main lead role. Her recent movie “TOURING TALKIES” has Nominated Best Marathi Movies in “OSCAR AWARD”. Mr. Girish Pardeshi has also played a very important role in this movie. He is a famous T.V & Film Artist Mr. Satyanand Gaitonde played lead role as male actor and he is an Ex-Canadian Police Inspector in his   real life and also teach Marshal Art in Canada.

“Crime Petrol” fame Rajendra Shrisatkar played inspector role in “SUPERB PLAN” a very common and famous face on Sony Entertainment Television.

Eros International and Anushka Motion Pictures come together for Kedhar Shinde’s Aga Bai Arechaa 2

Eros International Media Ltd ("Eros International"), a leading global company in the Indian film entertainment industry announced its association with Anushka Motion Pictures and Entertainment to present Aga Bai Arecha 2

After being successfully associated with Marathi Films like Me Shivaji Raje Bhosale Boltoy, Shikshanachya Aaicha Gho, Eros International will now bring to audiences the Sequel of the popular Marathi comedy, Aga Bai Arecha starring Sonali Kulkarni, Bharat Jadhav, Prasad Oak, Dharam Gohil, Surabhi Hande and Madhav Devchakke.

Kedhar’s mass appealing films such as Aga Bai Arecha, Yanda Kartavya Aahe, Jatra, Majha Navra Tujhi Baiko has wowed the audiences and this association with Eros International will take the franchise a notch higher.

Commenting on the association, Mr Sunil Lulla, Managing Director, Eros International Media Limited said “We are happy to be associated with a very talented director Kedhar Shinde who delivers quality Marathi entertainment. At Eros we feel proud to back regional cinema which are content driven and high on entertainment quotient, it also fullfills our vision to expand in the regional market”.

Producer Mr Narendra Firodia added, “We are delighted to partner with Eros International, this association will help us in reach out to a larger audience through their established distribution network.”

Director Mr Kedhar Shinde said, “I am very excited about Aga Bai Arecha and thrilled that Eros will be making the journey with me”.

The release is slated for 22^nd May 2015.

Marathi Cinema goes bold with Divakar Ghodake's CHITRAFIT 3.0 MEGAPIXEL

Marathi films have made us emotional, cry & also tickled our funny bones all these years but, for the first time, we will see Marathi cinema going bold with writer-director Divakar Ghodake's upcoming film CHITRAFIT 3.0 MEGAPIXEL.
CHITRAFIT 3.0 MEGAPIXEL is a film with a bold subject, intimate scenes yet has a strong message. We have seen Marathi films with the rural touch, films based on emotions, films on the youth, but a film like this has never been witnessed in Marathi cinema.
When asked the debutant director about taking a bold step with CHITRAFIT, he said, "Yes we can say this, but, I don't know whether such movies have ever been made in Marathi cinema or not. Some people are saying that this movie is bold, which it is. May be it is bold in Marathi, but it is sensible enough, and it is not about sex and all. It is just a part of the subject around which the movie revolves." "I didn't think about this being bold or not, I just thought to be authentic with the audience, I wanted to be true to the audience and I made sure not to cross the limit. Whatever I did, it will entertain the audience and they will surely remember it," added Divakar.
CHITRAFIT is produced by Rahul Borse & Abdul RC and co-produced by Somnath Devkar & Jeevan Patil. STV and Pickle Entertainment have collaborated and CHITRIFIT is their first films as co-distributors. The film stars Seema Azmi and Ashish Pathode in pivotal roles. Also starring Ravi Patwardhan, Gauri Shankar, Shefali Maydeo, Dansing Rajput, Mike Hevan, Nerav Soni, Vinita, Mahesh Rale, Isha, Sachin Kabir, Vipul Patil, Meenal Chirankar, Komal and Suhas Shirsath, CHITRAFIT is cinematographed by Sachin Kabir. It is all set to release on 20th February, 2015.

Bollywood biggies laud upcoming Marathi movie TAPAAL

Gone are the days when only Bollywood films were awaited and appreciated.
Regional cinema especially Marathi cinema has been loved by the masses &
critics alike. The upcoming Marathi movie TAPAAL too has been lauded by the
Bollywood biggies. At screenings organized by TAPAAL’s director Laxman
Utekar, Bollywood celebs like Akshay Kumar, Arjun Kapoor, Sridevi, Gauri
Shinde, R. Balki, Boney Kapoor, Imtiaz Ali, Arif Ali, Niranjan Iyengar &
Ravi Jadhav spoke about how much they loved the film and why is the movie a
must watch!
Akshay Kumar
At the screening of TAPAAL, Akshay Kumar said, "Everyone should watch
TAPAAL. It’s going to be an enjoyable film."
Arjun Kapoor
Arjun Kapoor was left speechless after watching TAPAAL. He said, "Such
movies remind us that every time drama is not needed in a film. The real
fun is in the simplicity and it’s very nice to see life happen in front of
your eyes. TAPAAL is a very good film."
Sridevi
After watching TAPAAL Sridevi got onto a microblogging site to write about
the film, she wrote, "Just watched Marathi film 'Tapal'. After a long time,
was teary-eyed & emotionally choked. Must watch film for all."
Gauri Shide
Gauri too got onto a microblogging site and posted, "My dear friend & DOP
of English Vinglish Laxman Utekar has made a beautiful Marathi film
"Tapal"(a letter) such a sensitive & lovely tale. hats off"
R. Balki
"TAPAAL is a very beautiful & sensitive film", said filmmaker R. Balki
after watching the film.
Boney Kapoor
Film producer Boney Kapoor said, "TAPAAL is a superb film. It is very
moving & straight from the heart. Absolutely fantastic."
Imtiaz Ali
After watching the film, director Imtiaz Ali said, "I am moved after
watching TAPAAL. It is very pure and I really loved the film."
Arif Ali
LEKAR HUM DEEWANA DIL director Arif Ali too loved the film and said, "I
found the film very refreshing because it reminded me of my childhood. The
emotions shown in the film were excellent and to make such a pure film in
today’s times is simply extraordinary."
Niranjan Iyengar
"Pleasantly surprised with TAPAAL. It is a very different, simple & pure
story" said screenwriter Niranjan Iyengar.
Ravi Jadhav
Marathi film director Ravi Jadhav said, "The movie excels in all aspects,
be it performances of the actors or the music of the film. Among the
Marathi films, TAPAAL is one of the best movies."

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