If there’s one actor in Marathi right now who truly represents today’s Marathi entertainment it’s Subodh Bhave! He has been seen in quite many films in recent times & now he has another film lined up for release. His ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’ releases on 30^th August & is a psychological horror film, based on a popular play of the 80s of the same name that was based on a true incident. He talked to us about the film & about his latest serial on Zee Marathi ‘Tula Pahate Re’!

‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’ is a film that is supposedly based on a true incident. Has anything supernatural happened with you in your real life?

Not really. Nothing supernatural has happened with me. It’s a different thing that I am still afraid of the ‘supernatural’ as others are. I remember an incident that happened with me at Taljai Hills, Pune. Usually I used to go there with my friends but that day I was alone & a bit angry. The moment I entered into the jungle I was afraid & I started sweating out of fear. I started praying to god to save me from here. Suddenly out of nowhere I saw an old man. I told him that I am lost please show me the way out. The old man helped me out. He told me how to reach the main road, & turned on the other side. The moment I turned & looked back the old man had disappeared in just a moment! But this could be something normal but I did experience it. However I don’t really wish to experience something drastically supernatural!

How was your experience of doing the film? Swapna Waghmare-Joshi (director) says you are her favourite actor, so did you sign this film because she is the director or you wanted to act in a film of this genre?

Whatever happens with the character of ‘Kusum’ (played by Trupti Toradmal), I’ve seen that happen in real life. There was a ‘Khandoba’ temple where I lived in Pune, there used to be many people there who were supposedly in the influence of ‘spirit’.  They start behaving oddly. I remember my grandfather used to apply ‘bhandara’ on their foreheads & they used to suddenly calm down. Now I don’t know what’s true & what’s not. I don’t really understand what the person must be feeling from within. All I know is that I’ve known about the situation & I had seen them first hand!

So when the same happens with ‘Kusum’ (the character in the film) I used to relate that to those people. So I wasn’t that shocked & thrilled while shooting the film since I had experienced similar people. But Trupti’s (actress Trupti Toradmal) eyes & her overall voice & get up of that character used to scare me & others on the sets! She has really worked her for her role also because this is her debut film.

How should we look at ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’ the film & the character played by Trupti Toradmal? Can we call it ‘supernatural’ or all of that is happening on a psychological level?

I don’t think we should call it ‘supernatural’. This is more connected to a person’s psychology & the voice within her head! People don’t fly or something when she simply looks at them (like they do in fantasy films). The people who are there are completely changed from the mind after watching her! They are shocked that the person we just saw has transformed into something else within a moment!

What exactly does the film say?

I think the film doesn’t say anything! I don’t think it’s a necessity for every film to give a social message! This film doesn’t even support any blind faith. It only entertains! When we watch films like ‘Lord of the Rings’ do we expect a social message? Or do we expect a message while watching Dracula? Similarly this is a romantic horror film made to entertain!

Within a week your serial on Zee Marathi ‘Tula Pahate Re’ has broke TRP records of other serials? How did this happen?

This serial is very special for me as I am doing the lead role in a serial after a long time. Almost 8 years! And still the audiences responded so positively! It makes me teary eyed! Moreover the audiences of all ages have liked the serial from youngsters to elderly people. But I can’t say how exactly did this happen. All I could do is, do good work.

And I have lot of love for the television medium because it gave me a identity. No matter how many films & plays I do, TV will always be very special. People have given so much love to me for my work on TV! They remember all my roles straight from ‘Abhalmaya’ & ‘Avantika’.

People have developed trust about you. Hence your new serial has got such great response in such less time.

It took me 18 years to develop this ‘trust’! & I had to do all kinds of works for that, some I liked & some I didn’t. But throughout my journey I have never lost faith & love for my work. I guess that’s why this day has arrived.

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A popular actor & star from both the Hindi & Marathi film industry, Raqesh Bapat is now showing interest in spirituality. What must have happened in his life? That he is suddenly pulled towards spirituality. This query is legit. But there’s a twist in the story. This ‘chocolate hero’ isn’t becoming spiritual in his real life but in his reel life, in his new film ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’.

Former Mr. India Runner Up & Mr. International contest winner entered the film industry with Hindi films like ‘Tum Bin’ & ‘Dil Vil Pyar Vyar’. Like in his every role Raqesh looks for a challenge. In ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’ Raqesh plays the character of Ashok who is a ‘Hasta Mudra’ expert. Even after being highly educated Raqesh’s character leans towards spirituality! The secret behind this will be revealed in the film! Raqesh says his character gives a new turn to the story of the lead couple (Subodh Bhave & Trupti Toradmal).

‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’ is directed by Swapna Waghmare Joshi, the story is by Shekhar Tamhane while the screenplay & dialogues are by Shirish Latkar. This film is produced by Bollywood star John Abraham! Along with Subodh, Raqesh & Trupti the film also stars Angad Mhaskar, Pallavi Patil, Savita Prabhune, & other actors. The songs of this film are composed by Nilesh Mohrir & Amitraj while the lyrics are written by Vaibhav Joshi & Mandar Cholkar. Presented by ‘J.A. Entertainment’ & ‘Panaroma Studios’ ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’ hits theatres on 31^st August!

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Savita Damodar Paranjape is an upcoming Marathi film that deals with a unique genre of psychological thriller. However, it also has traits of traditional melodrama seen in many classic Marathi films. The new song from the film that was recently revealed on social media reminds us of how some films used dramatic songs to amplify the tension & drama of the narrative of the film.

As the trailer for the film reveals ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’ is a film that has an evil power that enters the life of a happily married couple & creates havoc in their life. So to win over this evil power one needs the blessings of a higher power. And who is higher than the almighty?

Shri Swami Samarth’ song penned by Vaibhav Joshi, composed by Amit Raj & sung by Swapnil Bandodkar, Adarsh Shinde represents this positive energy that the characters of the film desire for to defeat the evil powers. ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’ is one of a kind of psychological horror-thriller that the audiences are very excited for.

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Composed by Nilesh Moharir ‘Jaadugari’ is a song from the upcoming psychological thriller ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape‘. Nilesh Moharir is back after some time along with his frequent collaborator Swapnil Bandodkar. And their magic seems to be working again! This song has a hint of mysticness that doesn’t overpower the sensual romantic flavor of it.

Moreover, Swapnil Bandodkar’s voice adds a lot of depth to the song. It also gels with the overall theme of the film perfectly. ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’ is a highly anticipated Marathi film since it’s the first Marathi film of Bollywood star John Abraham as a producer.

Directed by Swapna Waghmare-Joshi the film is based on a popular Marathi play & stars Subodh Bhave, Trupti Toradmal, Raqesh Bapat & Manjiri Patil in lead roles. The film releases on 31st August & the audiences are eagerly waiting for the film to watch it on the very first day first show.

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• Movie : Savita Damodar Paranjpe | सविता दामोदर परांजपे
• Producer : John Abraham
• Director : Swapna Waghmare Joshi
• Studio : J A Entertainment and Panorama Studios
• Star Cast :
  • Subodh Bhave as Sharad Abhyankar
  • Rakesh Bapat as Ashok
  • Pallavi Patil as Neetu
  • Trupti Toradmal as Kussum Abhyankar
  • Angad Mhaskar
  • Savita Prabhune
• Story : Shekhar Tamhane
• Screenplay and Dialogues : Shirish Latkar
• Lyrics : Vaibhav Joshi and Mandar Cholkar
• Music Director : Amit Raj and Nilesh Mohrir
• Music : T Series
• Background Music : Piyush Kanojia
• Sound Design : Pranam Pansare
• Re-Recording Mixer :
• Original Score :
• Cinematography (DOP) : Prasad Bhende
• Editor : Kshitija Khandagale
• Art Director : Santosh Phutane
• Costume : Malvika Bajaj
• Make-Up : Vinod Sarode
• Choreography :
• Chief Assistant Director : Archana Thavare and Akash Gursale
• Executive Producer : Milind Shingate
• Co-Producer : Yogendra Mogare and Trupti Madhukar Toradmal
• Chief of Development : Sanyukta Chavata Shaikh
• Creative Producer : Minakshi Das
• Line Producer : Anand Gaikwad and Rahul Dinanath Tulaskar
• Color : RedChillies.Color
• Colorist : Tushar Jadhav
• Digital Marketing : Hezalnight Media and Entertainment Pvt Ltd
• Trailer Editor : Parth Y Bhatt
• Distribution : Murali Chatvani
• Marketing : Priya Rajesh
• Publicity Design and Visual Promotion : Brain On Rent
• Genre : Drama, Thrillejr
• Release Date : 31st August 2018

Synopsis : This film is based on the popular Marathi play of the same name in the 80s. Directed by Shekhar Tamhane & starring Reema Lagoo & Rajan Tamhane, this play raised quite a few eyebrows when it came. To re-create the same impact this play is now being adapted into a film. Presented by J. A. Enteratainment & Panorama Studios, this film is produced by John Abraham & directed by Swapna Waghmare.

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Marathi cinema is well known for being content oriented. Many Hindi stars have got attracted towards Marathi films because of this quality. John Abraham is the latest addition to this list of stars. The trailer of ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’ was recently revealed in an event. This film is produced by ‘Panaroma Studios’ & John Abraham’s production house.  John firmly believes in the film & hopes the audiences like it.

The trailer of the film suggests us that the story is a mix of romance, horror, thriller & family drama! This film is directed by ‘Fugay’ fame Swapna Waghmare & it stars Subodh Bhave, Trupti Toradmal & Raqesh Bapat in the lead. The debutant actress Trupti Toradmal seems to be palying a very challenging role in this film. As the film is mainly connected to her character it will be exciting to see a young talented actress perform a challenging role.

Subodh Bhave & Raqesh Bapat too seem to play unique characters which have never played before. The whole ‘horror’ genre is not really explored in Marathi cinema. The trailer of ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’ will truly bring the horror fans in theatres who have been waiting for good horror films in Marathi.

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John Abraham has come a long way! From being a model, to a actor, to a action star, & then becoming a successful film producer with films like ‘Vicky Donor’ & ‘Rocky Handsome’ to his credit. Few months back he showed interest in Marathi industry as a producer & now his first Marathi production ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’ is here.

This film is based on the popular Marathi play of the same name in the 80s. Directed by Shekhar Tamhane & starring Reema Lagoo & Rajan Tamhane, this play raised quite a few eyebrows when it came. To re-create the same impact this play is now being adapted into a film. Presented by J. A. Enteratainment & Panorama Studios, this film is produced by John Abraham & directed by Swapna Waghmare.

Our favourite actor Subodh Bhave will be playing the lead role in this film. Alongside him the film also stars Trupti Toradmal & Rakesh Bapat. Shirish Latkar is the writer of the film & composers Nilesh Mohrir & Amit Raj have done the music for this film. ‘Savita Damodar Paranjape’ is set to release in theatres from 31^st of August!

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In the last few years we’ve seen many Bollywood stars turning to Marathi cinema, some of them as actors but most of them as producers. From Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgan to Priyanka Chopra & now the latest addition to this prestigious list is John Abraham. John Abraham turned producer with a social comedy ‘Vicky Donor’ in Hindi a few years back & since then he has produced different kinds of films that include ‘Madras Café’, ‘Rocky Handsome’ & ‘Force 2’!

Now John is entering Marathi film industry as producer with Swapna Waghmare Joshi directorial ‘Savita Damodar Paranjpe’. The film stars Subodh Bhave, Rakesh Bapat, Trupti Toradmal, Pallavi Patil & Angad Mhaskar in prominent roles. This film is based on a popular play of the same name. This film is supposed to be a psychological thriller. It’ll interesting to see director Swapna Waghmare Joshi venturing into a different style of film post a successful mad comedy like ‘Fugay’.

John Abraham met Swapna Waghmare Joshi at the trailer launch event of ‘Fugay’ & expressed his wish to work with her in the future. And now we are seeing them collaborate for ‘Savita Damodar Paranjpe’!

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• Movie : Lokmanya –Ek Yug Purush (2015)
• Director : Om Raut
• Writers: Om Raut and Kaustubh Savarkar
• Producers: Neena Raut Films and Emmay Entertainment
• Cast: Subodh Bhave, Chinmay Mandlekar, Angad Mhaskar, Sameer Sanjay Vidwans, Prashant Uthale, Priya Bapat, Shweta Bhende, Deepesh Shah, Vikram Gaikwad
• Music: Ajit-Sameer
• Genre: Period Drama
• Review By : Keyur Seta

Rating: ****

Review:

The basic motto of a biopic is to do complete justice to the person on whom it is based. The next challenge for such genre of films is to leave behind a solid impact on the heart and mind of the viewer through his message or teachings. Om Raut’s Lokmanya – Ek Yug Purush succeeds in both areas while also making sure it is not just any other freedom fighter biopic.

Lokmanya – Ek Yug Purush focuses on the life of India’s freedom fighter, journalist, teacher and social reformer, Bal Gangadhar Tilak aka Lokmanya Tilak from the time he was a college student till the end of his life. The film highlights his fight against the British rule through various means and its consequences.

The story of a newspaper journalist (Chinmay Mandlekar), based in today’s times, is also narrated simultaneously. Hailing from Mumbai’s middle-class, he is about to marry his rich fiancée (Priya Bapat). But a chance incident ignites some serious inner conflict within him.

Biopics face a danger of becoming a bit boring or a drag, making it unacceptable for the youth. But Lokmanya steers clear from it. Through a riveting screenplay, powerful dialogues and appealing presentation, you are kept engrossed. It also makes sure that the protagonist’s inspiring lines don’t turn out to be fake or corny. Although the film is filled with soul-stirring events, the sequence about the explanation of the Bhagvad Gita and the sad truth during opening credits deserve mention.

But as mentioned before, the film stands apart from the usual biopics. This is due to the story of the journalist, based in today’s era, which is connected to the life story of Tilak. This aspect will break your heart about the kind of lives people are living today. It will force you to question not only others but also yourself.

Lokmanya has few issues though. The commercial element in some sequences should have been toned down. But the biggest question mark is the change of heart of a supporting character, which is unconvincing.

Ajit-Sameer’s music enhances the proceedings to a greater level, especially the theme song. The same can be said for the technicalities (camerawork, background score and editing), production values and costume designing.

Lokmanya wouldn’t have been reached this level without Subodh Bhave’s brilliant enactment of the protagonist. With a powerful and heartwarming act, he shows why he is one of the finest artists around. Sameer Sanjay Vidwans too shines in the role of Gopal Ganesh Agarkar.

Chinmay Mandlekar succeeds in displaying frustration and helplessness, mostly through his expressions. Priya Bapat too plays her part perfectly. Angad Mhaskar, as Daiji Khare, Prashant Uthale, as Chapekar, and the rest of the actors play their parts well. However, the actor in the role of Swami Vivekananda is a miscast.

Overall:

Lokmanya – Ek Yug Purush is an ideal film for today’s youth to know this important personality from India’s freedom struggle. It is expected to do well at the box office.

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• Movie : Lokmanya: Ek Yug Purush (2015)
• Producer : Neena Raut
• Director : Om Raut
• Studio : Neena Raut Films and Emmay Entertainment
• StarCast :
  • Subodh Bhave as lokmany
  • Chinmay Mandlekar as Makrand
  • Angad Mhaskar as Daji Khare
  • Sameer Sanjay Vidwans as Gopal Ganesh Agarkar
  • Prashant Uthale as Damodar Chaphekar
  • Priya Bapat as Sameera
  • Shweta Bhende as Satyabhama Tilak
  • Deepesh Shah as Mahatma Gandhi
  • Vikram Gaikwad as Newspaper Editor
• Written By : Om Raut, Kaustubh Savarkar
• Screenplay & Dialogues  By : Om Raut, Kaustubh Savarkar
• Music : Ajit- Sameer
• Make up Design : Vikram Gaikwad
• Art Director : Santosh Phutane
• Cinematography : Prasad Bhende
• Costume Designer : Mahesh Sherla
• Editors : Ashish Mhatre, Apurva Motiwale
• Background Score : Sameer Mhatre
• VFX : Jayant Hadke
• Sound Design : Pramod Chandorkar
• Sound Mixing (Re-Recording) : Pramod Chandorkar, Pranam Pansare
• Singers : Shankar Mahadevan, Narayan Parshuram, Nandesh Umap
• Exec. Producer : Deepa Limaye
• Genre : Drama
• Release Date : 2 January 2015

Synopsis : The film encompasses the journey of a young boy from his early days to becoming the legend – “Father of Indian Unrest” thus inspiring generations to come. Nailing hard the message that when it comes to systems and social situation today, everyday comes as a new difficulty, problem; however, when looked at the same through Lokmanya’s eyes, it’s nothing but a challenge and hence a new opportunity, an opportunity that opens into development and progress of our nation, India. This should inspire the young generation to head towards their dreams and embrace the way of “The Lokmanya”.

The film “Lokmanya” discovers the ideals and vision of the great freedom fighter, comments on the socio-political situation of today’s India and how it can be improved using his messages that were delivered over a century ago, unraveling the legend.

Lokmanya: Ek Yug Purush Marathi Movie Poster

Lokmanya: Ek Yug Purush Marathi Movie Official Trailer

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