There was a time, when during the 10 days of  Ganesh festival celebrated at different mandals, we used to hear the melodious song on Lord Ganesha  ‘Gajanana Shri Ganaraya …’ sung by Lata Mangeshkar . Then, slowly its place was taken over by the famous song ‘Deva Ho Davaa Ganapati Devaa..’ composed by Ram Laxman for the film ‘Humse Badhkar Koun’ in the year 1981. And, it remained popular almost for two decades. But, now days, you find all sorts of item songs played during the festival at different mandals at every street corner, with loud music.

Observing this change, many Marathi and Hindi film makers, try to promote the songs of their forthcoming films, during this period of  Ganesh festival.  Now, Ganesh Festival is just few days away and we find many Marathi film makers, trying to release the music of their films, so as to popularize them during the festival time. Film maker Arun kavade has released music CD of his forthcoming film ‘Shinma’ and he is confident that one of the songs, which is an item number pictured on Ganesh acharya and Gurleen Chopra, in the rocking  voice of veteran Anand Shinde would be a hit, during the 10 day fest.

R.Viraj, who has released his film ‘Vaajlach Paahije!’ this Friday, also hopes that the item number from his film, picturised on Bhau Kadam, will be a hit, during this festival time. But, makers of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Biker’s Adda’ are  more confident that their song on Ganesha ‘Aala Re Aala,  Bappa Tu Aala’ will be a hit during the  festival period, which begins from 17th September . All in all, we find that the attitude of the film makers is to cash on  the popularity of  Ganesh Festival

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Two years ago both Saurabh Gokhale and Anuja sathe were doing well in Marathi TV serials, when they tied their wedding knot. Saurabh had earned his name and fame through ‘Radha Hi bavari’, in the lead role; while Anuja had invited all the attention in the team of ‘Lagori’ and ‘Lagori Returns’. Now, both husband wife are progressing very well in films. Met them together recently at a music release function of forthcoming Marathi film ‘Shinma’, in which Saurabh is playing an important role along with veteran actor Ajinkya Deo.

Both of them seemed to be in a happy mood, as Saurabh spoke about his forthcoming Marathi film ‘Partu’, which is produced by an American based company. “This film has a very good story and is sure to invite the attention of all those who love to watch Marathi films with a good subject.” he said. Saurabh has already made his film debut with ‘Yodhha’, but , he has two more films in hand, besides ‘Shinma’, which is now due for release.

When we asked Anuja, his wife, seated next to him and also an excellent actress; about her progress, she said that she had done a Marathi film ‘Mr. & Mrs. Sadachari’, which is now due for release soon. But, she was more than happy to disclose that she was playing an important role of ‘Bhiubai’( Bajirao’s sister), in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s mega film ‘Bajirao Mastani’, shooting of which is going on, with first look now out. When asked about the other Marathi artistes in this mega film, besides herself and Vaibhav Tawawdi, she mentioned the names of Mahesh Manjrekar and Sukhada Khandkekar, who are also playing important roles.

Incidentally, Anuja has few film offers and she is seriously thinking over them. But, at present, she is busy with ‘Bajirao Mastani’. Anuja, the most popular star of TV serial ‘Lagori Returns’, had also done a film ‘Rakhandaar’ in the lead role. Now, with Bhiubai’s role, she will get noticed in Bollywood. At the same time, her husband Saurabh is also doing well in Marathi films. We wish both of them a grand success.

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In Bollywood, we have seen tall actors like Amitabh Bachchan, Jackie Shroff, Shatrughan Sinha, Vinod Khanna, Anil Kapoor, Sanjay Dutt, Sunil Shetty , Akshay Kumar ; while among actresses , we saw Susmita Sen as the tallest female, followed by others like Zeenat Aman, Pooja Batra,  Deepika Padukone, Sonali Bendre, Tabu &  Shilpa Shetty.  All others were in the 5 ‘ 4’’ to 5’7” range. No wonder,  pairs like Amitabh-Zeenat, Sunil Shilpa, Sanjay –Pooja matched well , on the screen.

In Marathi, when we look at the past, we couldn’t  notice  any tallest pair, except for watching Ajinkya Deo,  as the tallest actor. But, today, we find lead actors like Ankush Choudhary, Kashyap Parulekar and few others like Varad Chavan, who is playing lead role in ‘Dhangarwada';  making their presence felt, during  parties and functions.  In the recent past, when Kashyap and Manasi, lead pair of ‘Bugadi Majhi Saandali Ga’ appeared on dais, during the music release of their film, they really displayed striking looks.

Last week, we met Ankush Choudhary and Pooja Sawant  together , as they posed for photographs; to promote their forthcoming Marathi film ‘Dagadi Chawl’. And, together they displayed  an elegant look , clearly indicating that they were the tallest lead pair, in Marathi cinema today. With her blessed height of 5’8″, Pooja is certainly the tallest popular leading actress in Marathi cinema today. Earlier, Pooja had worked with Ankush in ‘Zhakaas‘, but, it was a multi-starrer film. Now,  both of them are working  together in this action filled love story and hence, their respective heights will also play an important role,  in all the important sequences of the film.

By the way, following Pooja,  is Manasi Moghe with her height of  5’7″ .We also understand that one more newcomer actress Atula Dugal , who is also very tall; but, she is yet to establish herself in the lead role. However , presently, this pair of Ankush Choudhary and Pooja Sawant is inviting all the attention.

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If you ask any collegian from Pune or Nagpur, who is their favorite  Marathi star today? The answer will be ‘Vaibhav Tatwawdi’. When we recently saw him at a function, he was surrounded by maximum media persons, waiting to speak to him. Ever since Vaibhav was selected to play the role of Chimaji Appa in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Mega film ‘Bajirao Mastani’ , he has become very popular Marathi celebrity on social networking sites. Vaibhav himself loves to read, what people write  about him. “Reaching out to my audience with Fun, clean and simple cinema! If you like my films, like my page!” is a tag posted by him.

Presently, Vaibhav is at  his home for Ganapati festival and did post his photo with Ganapati Bappa and his mother, as his latest posts, which indicates that he wants to remain in touch with all his admirers and friends. A good way of maintaining good public relations. Vaibhav’s next film will be ‘Mr. & Mrs. Sadachari’, where he will be seen with his ‘Coffee Aani Barach Kahi’ co star Prarthana Behere. But, if you ask his fans, they will tell  you that their eyes are on the release day  of ‘Bajirao Mastani’. For Vaibhav, it is good sign, as he is gaining more and more popularity, with his presence in Hindi films. By the way, he possesses  good personality, to make his presence felt, while on the sets or at functions.

Vaibhav has already made his debut in Hindi, through ‘Hunterr’ and his progress is keenly watched by some Hindi film maker. Those who have seen him perform on the sets of ‘Bajirao Mastani’ were all praise for his looks . Surely, ‘Bajirao Mastani’, will be something special for Vaibhav and his rising number of fans.  But, that doesn’t mean, that they should not support his Marathi film ‘Mr.& Mrs. Sadachari’. Because, Marathi film industry wants this talented actor , to continue with Marathi films too.

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Every actor has an ambition to produce his own film. And, Atul Kulkarni is no exception. Being from a business family in Solapur, Atul is the only member of the family, who landed into acting field. Now, he has turned a producer, with his production house ‘Kaffe Kamera’ ;which is all set to release their Marathi film ’Rajwade & Sons’.

The first look of this film is now unveiled and it gives an impression that it is the story of a big joint family from Pune, who are into business.  Obviously, it has to be story of three generations, with their different way of thinking.

Atul himself is performing in this film, which is directed by his ‘Happy Journey’ director Sachin Kundalkar. Being a family drama, they have opted for the best talent, with Sachin Khedekar,Mrinal Kulkarni, Sattish Alekar, Jyoti Subhash, Rahul Mehendale forming the elder group, with support coming from youngsters like Siddharth Menon, Alok Rajwade, Mrinmayee Godbole, Krutika deo, Pournima Manohar ,Amitriyan Patil,Suhani Dhadphale & others. Story and Screenplay is by Sachin Kundalkar himself, while Y,.M. Deosthalee is co- producer. The film is all set to release on 16^th October 2015. So, it remains to be seen, what surprise Atul  has for all of us, through this film.

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National award winning multilingual film ‘Court‘ will be India’s entry for the 2016 Academy awards. Announcement to this effect was made today by the Film Federation of India, headed by Amol Palekar as Chairman and Supran Sen as Secretary General and the Jury members.

There were 30 shortlisted films from different languages, to select India’s entry into the foreign language category of Oscars. And, prominent among them were Hindi films Bajarangi Bhaijan, NH10, PK, Bahubali, Kaaka Muttai, Masaan, Mary Kom, Haider and others.

It may be recalled, that besides winning National award, ‘Court‘ had won 18 other awards at various international film festivals, in India and abroad. The film revolves around a rebel poet, accused of waging a war against the state. In the process, the film has presented the delayed procedure of our Courts, handling such cases.

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बाईचं दुखणं समजून घेण्यासाठी बाईच व्हावं लागतं असंही म्हटलं जातं. बाईच्या मनातील हेच दुखणं समजून घेण्याची एक आगळी वेगळी कथा प्रेक्षकांना बघायला मिळणार आहे झी मराठीच्या आगामी ‘माझे पती सौभाग्यवती’ या मालिकेतून. वैभव मांगले हे वैभव मालवणकरच्या मुख्य भूमिकेत दिसणार आहेत. येत्या २८ सप्टेंबरपासून ही मालिका प्रेक्षकांच्या भेटीस येत आहे.

या मालिकेची कथा आहे एका स्ट्रगलर अभिनेत्याची. अभिनयाची आवड ज्याच्या मनातच नाही तर रक्तात भिनली आहे असा हा अभिनेता.  अनेक वर्षे संघर्ष करूनही मनासारखं काम तर मिळालच नाही उलट वाट्याला आली ती अपमानास्पद वागणूकच. त्याच्या संघर्षामध्ये त्याच्या प्रत्येक पावलावर त्याची मनोभावे साथ देतेय ती त्याची पत्नी. आपल्या पतीने खूप नाव कमावावं आणि मोठा अभिनेता व्हावं हे तिचंही स्वप्न. याच दरम्यान वैभवच्या आयुष्यात एक अशी घटना घडते ज्याद्वारे अभिनयाच्या संधीचं एक मोठं दार उघडतं. हाडाचा अभिनेता असलेल्या या नटाला जी मोठी भूमिका मिळते ती असते एका स्त्री पात्राची. अभिनेता म्हणून ओळख कमवायला आलेल्या नट पहिल्यांदाच एक मोठी भूमिका मिळते पण तीही स्वतःची ओळखच मिटवून टाकणारी. पण हे आव्हान स्वीकारून स्वतःच्या अभिनेता या ओळखीबरोबरच या पात्राची नवी ओळख निर्माण करतो का ? आपल्या दैनंदिन आयुष्यात बाईचं अस्तित्वदुर्लक्षित करू पाहणाऱ्या त्याच्या आयुष्याला या कामामुळे कलाटणी मिळते का? त्याच्या स्वप्नांची पूर्तता होते का ? या सर्व प्रश्नांची उत्तरे मिळतील ‘माझे पती सौभाग्यवती’ या मालिकेतून.

झी मराठी वर दाखल होणाऱ्या या मालिकेची निर्मिती मंदार देवस्थळी ह्यांनी केली आहे. ज्यामध्ये वैभव मांगले बरोबर नंदिता धुरी, अशोक शिंदे, रमेश भाटकर, उदय सबनिस, स्नेहा माजगावकर, अद्वैत दादरकर हि कलाकारही या मालिकेत असणार आहेत.

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After watching the Ganapati and Gauri Pooja performed by our artistes, in their respective serials, last week; now, we saw a good message passed by the makers of the serial ‘Honar Suun Mi Hya Gharchi’. While Janhavi’s father  explained his illiterate and adamant wife, about preservation of environment, for getting good rains; Shree explained to his aunts, about the methods of water conservation. He seemed to be more critical about wastage of water, when it is freely available to people.

One way, it was a good lesson to learn, for those, who waste water, which is the most precious commodity, today. On one side, we find people from city wasting a lot of water , while taking shower or tub bath, on the other side, in villages facing drought, we see women walking miles and miles, to fetch water in a small container, lifted over their heads. TV serials being watched by almost all the Maharashtrian households, this is a very good way of passing a timely message. For the past few years, we saw the awareness created by many TV serials, about environment friendly Ganesha idols and it has really helped, to spread the awareness message. Now, why can’t some serials with good subjects, create awareness about corruption and greed for money, in day to day life  of people and  how it affects country’s economy?

In a serial like ‘Nanda Soukhyabhare’ we find the mother of the lead hero, just wanting to know, how much she will benefit financially, through her ‘would be’ daughter in law. In ‘Asa Saasar Surekh bai’, we find the uncle of  the lead hero, encouraging his nephew to marry a rich girl, so that he would be able to spend money, on his own daughter’s marriage. Isn’t that something strange? Why can’t he himself work hard and raise funds on his own, to meet the expenses of his daughter? Such money minded selfish attitudes of some of the prominent characters in the serials, are sending a wrong message. They keep on dragging the gimmicks of such negative characters, till the concluding part of the serial.

It is not necessary that every serial should have one strong negative character , dominating the ongoing story. It only encourages those viewers, who try to emulate them. Instead, it is better to have a total comedy subject or a detective or police investigative serial, where the people involved in all such harassment or criminal acts, are put behind the bars, in just 2 or three episodes. TV serials play a very important role in passing a social message. “As you sow, so shall you reap.” 

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Having entertained the audience in the film ‘Time Pass’, with his character of ‘Dagadu’ a teenager ; Prathamesh Parab is now back, to offer an action filled  love story with a touch of comedy . That’s what,  the  trailer of  this film, released on social networking sites, clearly indicates. The film is now ready for release on 23^rd October 2015; and Prathamesh is all excited to see the response of the audience. His young co star in the film Mitali Mayekar has already made her debut in films, as a child star in Priayadarshan’s 2009 film ‘Billu’ produced by Gauri Khan.

In ‘Urfi’ Prathamesh will be seen as a young real estate agent Deva. Directed by Vikram Pradhan, the film also stars well known artistes like Upendra Limaye, Kavita Lad, Milind Pathak . Produced by Yuvraj Varma, Sartaj Mirza and Mahelka Shaikh, the  music has been composed by Chinar Mahesh on the lyrics of Mangesh Kangne and Kshitij Patwardhan.

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Studio/presenter: E Sense Motion Pictures
Producer: Anurag Kashyap
Director: Punarvasu Naik
Story: Yogesh Vinayak Joshi
Screenplay , Dialogues : agtap
Genres: Drama
Rating:
Censor: U/A
Duration: 125 Min.
Cast:  Usha Nadkarni, Vijay Maurya, Naman Jain, Prarthana Behere Jayant Sawarkar, Shashank Shende, Rishi Deshpande

Some consumer products are marketed so well, with attractive packaging, that a consumer is tempted to buy them. But, when they actually open the packaging, they are slightly disappointed, as the product they have purchased, doesn’t fulfill  their high expectations. Same is the case with a feature film. Many a times, the trailer of a particular film, is so appealing that the audience is tempted to watch  such a film. But, when they actually watch the film, they are left disenchanted.

This is what happens,  in the case of  new Marathi film ‘Vakratunda Mahakaya’. The film opens up well, with a terrorist group trying to create trouble in city of Mumbai, by planting a bomb in a soft toy Ganapati and leaving the same in a temple complex, with the help of a hired local terrorist ( Vijay Maurya) . But, his plan is foiled, when a little child Altaf ( Naman Jain) flees away with this toy. Director Punarvasu Naik , who has the influence of Bollywood films, being an associate of  many  known directors;  has tried to develop the story of Yogesh Joshi in his own style. He does succeed to a certain extent, to generate a lot of interest in the first half of the film; showing the ‘cat and mouse’ chase.

The director has also very skilfully, shown the soft toy passing from one person to another and finally coming back to the same child. Some of the sequences,  like the soft toy of Ganapati pouring drop by drop milk, through its  trunk and a modern female saint ( a look alike of a present day controversial God Woman) presenting the same toy, to  a minister, as a return gift;  have been presented well, to generate humour. The presence of the character of an elderly woman ( Usha Nadkarni) selling home made food products and coming across the same soft toy on repeated occasions, has also been captured well.  The veteran actress has also played her part well. But, Prarthana Behere is a waste in this film. She has been used as a married woman, having an affair with a youngster living in the neighborhood; and the latter presenting her with this soft toy, found by him on roadside bench.

There are few other popular faces seen in Marathi serials, like Pallavi Patil ( Runji fame), Rutuja Bagwe( Nanda Saukhyabhare‘ fame), Nachiket  Purnapatre (who has just joined the ‘Dil Dosti Duniyadari’ team) ; but except for Nachiket, who plays a roadside thief Paplu offering shelter to the homeless little boy Altaf, others haven’t found much scope.  Drawback of the film is that many of the dialogues in this film are in Hindi, thus losing its Marathi flavor. Director hasn’t been able to build up the other supporting characters, played by Jayant Savarkar, Usha Nadkarni, Prarthana Behere , Pallavi Patil and few others well, so as to connect them well with the happenings in the film. Perhaps, he didn’t have much scope to elaborate , in this 90 minute long film.

Nevertheless, the performance of Naman Jain, the child star, is praiseworthy.

All that the film has tried to convey,  is that Lord Ganapati is there to thwart all the plans of terrorists.  In simple words,  ‘God is Great! Ganapati Bappa Morya! ‘. But, at the end of the film, it makes you think, as to why every citizen shouldn’t be alert, about the happenings around ?.   ‘Vakratunda Mahakaya’ has therefore turned out to be an average entertaining action filled film, with its limited content.

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This is a big news for Marathi film industry. Ashwini Bhave, who is at present settled in USA, in the West Coast, California, is all set to welcome Indian prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi. Mr. Modi, who is on visit to USA, will be arriving at the Silicon City, to address a gathering organized by Indo American Community of West Coast . There will a gathering of about 18,000 dignitaries at SAP Centre, at the event hosted by three persons and we understand that Ashwini Bhave is one of them

It may be recalled that the talented actress married a software professional Kishore Bopardikar, who is now running his own company in USA. But, she hasn’t forgotten her roots in India. Therefore, every year she finds time not only to visit India; but also finds time to perform in a film or present a TV show. Few years ago, she also made a comeback to Marathi films, by making her own film ‘Kadachit’, which won many awards.

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Movie: Rajwade & Sons
Director: Sachin Kundalkar
Cast:  Atul Kulkarni, Mrinal Kulkarni, Sachin Khedekar, Jyoti Subhash, Alok Rajwade, Satish Alekar..

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Having started her acting career with Nishikant Kamat’s experimental play ‘Litmus’, Aditi Sarangdhar, a talented actress from Kalyan, later found scope in Devendra Pem’s female version of ‘All The Best’. Through TV serials like ‘Damini’ and ‘Vadalvaat’, she became a household name in Maharashtra. Aditi Sarangdhar, did act in about fifteen Marathi films during past few years; but her performance in Marathi play ‘Proposal’ and TV serial ‘Lakshya’ brought her name and fame. In fact, her performance in ‘Proposal’ brought her many popular awards. Now, her new play ‘Graceful’ is also topic of discussion. MarathiMovieworld.com spoke to this talented actress. Excerpts from an interview:

Having played a bold character in the play ‘Proposal’, now your play ‘Graceful’ is being staged. Could you please tell us something about this play .
A: I am playing Veda , an actress, who is in relationship with a 40+ writer, who has a wife and a daughter. But, my relationship with the writer is something beyond physical relationship and this disturbs his wife, who argues , trying to prove the legality of their marriage. It is an interesting debate, which concludes well. But, it sends a message to all those 40+ married women, to offer all that their husbands look for, at this age. And, we are getting good response to this play, from all age groups.

But, what is your personal opinion on this subject of ex marital relationship ?
A: I think, we people are living in this advanced world. To maintain a good marital relationship , it is important for every couple to live with an understanding and perfect bonding. If a man lives with his wife, with total involvement with his mind and body, both of them don’t face any problems.

Today, we see many women oriented subjects in films and TV serials. What’s your opinion?
A: This is good. Every woman gets inspired by a character on screen. Like men, women are not able to react or express their problems. In fact, they are the symbol of patience and sufferings. These characters offer them some confidence.

Your role in ‘Lakshya’ serial has been highly praised. How do you react to this appreciation?
A: I am used to this kind of praise, since my performance in the serial ‘Vadalvaat’. In fact, such kind of praise has made me more responsible, to perform still better; to meet the expectations of the audience. Actually, I am still in the learning process. Till now, I have scored only 5 marks and have to score 95 marks more, to be 100 % perfect. Luckily, I have found all good people in this industry, from whom I have learned so many good things and will continue to do so.

You have acted in many Marathi films; but, we have seen you in lead role, in very few films. Why ?
A: It may be , because of my involvement in TV serials. But, now in my forthcoming film ‘Mohar’ I am playing the lead role. I have worked without make up, as I am playing the role of a woman laborer working in brick kiln. For me, it was a different experience as an actress. This film is directed by Vijaya Katkar and is all set to release on 9th October.

Aren’t you very keen on doing comedy films and serials ?
A: No, it is not so. I have already performed comedy during Zee Comedy awards show. Actually, I like to perform comedy; but, unfortunately I am not getting such roles. It is easy to make people cry; but, it is difficult to make them laugh.

What are your future projects ?
A: Besides ‘Mohar’, I am doing ‘Bazaar’ & ‘Malak’, with different types of roles. Very soon, you will also see me doing a Hindi project.

What are your hobbies, when you are not shooting ?
A : I love music. But, I also love to sit quiet, in meditation. I love to meditate. It helps me to understand myself well.

Finally, could you please tell us, which role you enjoyed the most?
A: My best is yet to come. I am here to stay for long, in this industry. I would like to do much better than what I have performed till now.

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Last year we saw two beauty Queens Manasi Moghe, ‘Miss India Universe’  and Shital Upare, ‘Miss India Heritage International’, making their debut in Marathi films.
Now, ‘Miss India Sayali Bhagat’, who has already acted in Bollywood films like The ‘Train’, ‘Halla Bol’, ‘Yaariyan’ and other south Indian language films; is making her debut in Marathi, through a film ‘Yali’.
This will be a grand comeback for Sayali, who had taken a break, after her marriage to family friend and Delhi based entrepreneur Navneet Pratap Singh in December 2013.
In this Marathi film ‘Yali’ Sayali has found a challenging role of a Female ATS Officer, which has been inspired by Top IPS dynamic Lady Police Officer Meera Borwankar.
The entry of this young actress, would certainly ensure glamour into  Marathi films, which are otherwise almost going on par with Hindi films, as far as use of technology is concerned.
Moreover, Marathi films do present good scripts. No wonder, Sayali is tempted to do a Marathi film.

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अनेकदा समाज व्यवस्थेकडून दुर्लक्षित केला जाणारा, माणसाच्या अंतिम क्षणांना मोक्ष देणारे काम करणारा महत्वाचा घटक म्हणजे ‘डोम’ समाज.एका डोमाच्या आयुष्याचा विस्मयकारक – संघर्षपूर्ण धगधगता जीवनप्रवास ‘डोम’  या आगामी चित्रपटात पाहायला मिळणार आहे. प्री .आर. एल. तांबे ह्यांनी ‘सह्याद्री पिक्चर्स’ द्वारे ह्या चित्रपटाची  निर्मिती केली असून प्रदीप दळवी ह्यांनी  लेखन आणि दिग्दर्शन केले आहे.

डोमाच्या संघर्षपूर्ण आयुष्यावर प्रकाश टाकणाऱ्या ह्या समाज प्रधान चित्रपटात वेगळी प्रेमकथा बरोबरच सहस्यमय पटकथासुद्धा आपल्याला पाहायला मिळणार आहे. चित्रपटात डॉ . विलास उजवणे, अंजली उजवणे व मोहन जोशी ह्यांच्या मुख्य भूमिका असून सोबत अनिता नाईक, प्रदीप दळवी, प्री .आर. एल. तांबे, दीपज्योती नाईक, गीतांजली कुलकर्णी,प्रदीप पटवर्धन हि कलाकार आहेत .  

छायांकन राजू कडूर, संकलन सचिन नाटेकर ह्यांनी केले आहे. प्री .आर. एल. तांबे  ह्यांनी लिहिलेल्या गीतांना स्वप्नील बांदोडकर, साधना सरगम, शकुंतला जाधव, वैशाली सामंत ह्यांच्या आवाजतील गाणी संदीप डांगे ह्यांनी संगीतबद्ध केले आहेत.ऑक्टोबर महिन्यात हा  चित्रपट प्रेक्षेकांच्या भेटीस आहे.

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Studio/presenter:  Sai Mohan Entertainment
Release Year: 2 October 2015
Genres: Drama
Rating: na
Censor: U/A
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Producer: Gaurav Bhanushali
Director: Vijay Devkar
Writer: Vijay Devkar
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Production House: Atharva Production.
Presenter : Atharva,Mishri Theaters
Opening Date: 20 June 2015
Genres: Drama
Rating: na
Censor: na
Producers: Santosh Bharat Kanekar, Jeetendra Joshi
Director: Kshitij Patwardhan
Writer: Kshitij Patwardhan
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Studio/presenter:  Channel U Entertainment
Release Year: 26th June 2015
Genres: Comedy
Rating: na
Censor: U/A
Duration: na
Producer: Atif Khan
Director:  R. Viraj
Writer: Bal – Amol
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Studio/presenter:  Ruturaj D Film Productions
Release Year: 2015 (21 Aug.)
Genres: na
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Censor: U/A
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Producer: Surakha Dhalgade, Ruturaj Dhalgade
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Studio/presenter:Mangl Murti FIlms, Sai Pooja Entertaintment Film
Producer: Amol Kale, Suresh Sawant
Director: Chandrakant Kanse
Action : R. P. Yadav
Music: Amit Raj
Director of Photography:  Aniket Khandagale
Editor: Kshitija Khandagale
Genres:  Action, Drama
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Censor: U/A
Duration: 120 Min.
Cast:  Makarand Deshpande, Ankush Chaudhari, Pooja Sawant, Kamlesh Sawant, Sanjay Khapre, Yatin Karyekar

During the period 1995-1996, ‘Dagadi Chaawl’ located in the heart of Mumbai city; was a well known place, for wrong reasons. Those days, underworld activities and street fights existed in the city, with builders and jewellers targeted, for extortion of money, for providing protection. Some of the Policemen also had nexus with Gangsters.

Set on this backdrop, producers Sangita Ahir, Amol Kale, Suresh Sawant  and director Chandrakant kanse have offered this film ‘Dagdi Chaawl’, which revolves around the place ‘Dagadi Chaawl’ located in South Central Mumbai. A so called gangster ‘Daddy'( Makarand Deshpande) living in Dagadi Chaawl, is shown spreading  his money extortion racket, with the help of his associates, headed by short tempered & dangerous Chandu Mama( Sanjay Khapre); thus posing a challenge to a  rival gang. But, almost at this time, a new strict DCP  Ashfaq Khan ( Digvijay Rathod) takes charge of this area and vows to arrest all those, involved in the extortion racket.

Suryakant ( Ankush Choudhary)  a Police Constable’s son staying in the neighbourhood area of Dagadi Chaawl, is a dashing  young man ,who works in a motor garage and  in love with a pretty girl Suman ( Pooja Sawant)living   in his chaawl.  Soon, their friendship turns into marriage, much against the wish of Girl’s parents. But, before that, one such  incident happens with Suryakant, which lands him in a situation, where, he comes face to face with ‘Daddy‘, for settling the issue.

What transpires through this meeting between the two, is the later part of the story. Director Chandrakant Kanse makes it gripping, almost on the lines of some of the Ram Gopal Verma style of films on gangsters.  Therefore, the presentation part of the film, is really good, displaying some of the sequences, to show the helplessness of a Youth, who is trapped between the obligation of  ‘Daddy’, who offers him protection and the Police Officer, trying to use him, as a witness, against the gangster. Needless to say, that finally he does, what he feels is right.

Though before the start of the film, the film maker states that it is a work fiction; the title of the film and the name of the character ‘Daddy’, clearly suggests, the name of the gangster turned politician belonging to this  place. The film has also tried to show his straight forward attitude, for delivering justice in his own court of law, to all those found guilty; with his typical judgement, stating, ‘Chukila Maafi Naahi'(There is no pardon, for a mistake).But, when he meets Suryakant for the first time, he finds the spark in his eyes and feels that he is the perfect man, to be his close associate. In Suryakant, he sees not only a fearless person, but a youngster using his brains, to get the work done. The eye to eye contact between the two, before their meeting, suggests everything, in a scene, just at the stroke of interval.

The film stands out, on the performances of the main characters played by Ankush Choudhary and Makarand Deshpande. Both of them have displayed their dexterity, with perfect understanding of their respective characters. Ankush , particularly finds a role, which should boost his confidence as hero, with two successful films, already to his credit this year. Selection of Pooja Sawant, seems a perfect choice of the director, for the role of Suman, a smart and charming middle class girl. She matches well with the tall hero Ankush, with her equally good height. Their few love scenes, have been captured well. Almost all the other characters in the film, look very realistic, including Chandu Mama ( Sanjay Khapre), Daddy’s trusted lawyer and associate ( Yatin karyekar), Suryakant’s close friend ( Sandeep Gaikwwad), Pooja’s father (Mohan Khambete) & corrupt Police constable ( Kamalesh Sawant). Though the role of DCP has been portrayed by Digvijay Rathod, it would have been better, if this role was offered to a well known artiste, to make better impact. Music has limitations in the film, except for two songs, which are good; but, background music is engaging. Photography of this film is also a delight. ‘Dagadi Chaawl’ may appeal to all those, who liked realistic action films, like ‘Satya’ & ‘Rege’.

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