Swapnil Joshi starrer Mogra Phulaalaa has garnered love from both sides of the spectrum from audiences and critics alike since it’s two weeks before release. The film has grossed over Rs. 4.17 crores in two weeks alone! Senior Director Shrabani Deodhar’s grand comeback into directing films too has succeeded

The first three days of release saw the film accumulating the business of Rs 1.45 crore. It has been getting a similar response in the second week too. The business figures have touched Rs 2.72 crore in the second week between June 17 and 23. The response to the film has compelled the producers to increase the number of shows in Citypride chain and multiplexes and theatres in Thane and Mumbai.

The film has registered the whopping business of Rs 4.17 crore in two weeks of its release. The film has received a very good response from the audience. The film lovers are flocking in the theatres in Mumbai, Thane, Pune to watch the family drama, which has been subtly narrated.

Mogra Phulaalaa has Swwpanil Joshi and Sai Deodhar in lead roles. Leading actors from Marathi industry Neena Kulkarni, Chandrakant Kulkarni, Anand Ingale, Sandeep Pathak too have contributed to the rich production values of the film.

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• Movie : Mogra Phulaalaa (2019) | मोगरा फुलला
• Producer : Arjun Singgh Baran and Kartik Nishandar
• Director : Shrabani Deodhar
• Studio : Gseams
• Star Cast :
  • Swapnil Joshi
  • Sai Shakti Anand
  • Neena Kulkarni
  • Chandrakant Kulkarni
  • Sandeep Pathak
  • Suhita Thatte
  • Anand Ingle
  • Samidha Guru
  • Vighnesh Joshi
  • Sanyogita Bhave
  • Dipti Bhagwat
  • Prachi Joshi
  • Vikram Gaikwad, Prasad Limaye, Harsha Gupte, Sonam Nishandar, Siddhirupa Karmarkar, Madhuri Bharti, Suprit Kadam, Anuradha Rajadhyaksha, Aditya Deshmukh, Saanvi Ratnalikar
• Story : Shrabani Deodhar
• Screenplay and Dialogues : Sachin Mote
• Lyrics : Abhishek Khankar
• Sound  : NA
• Sound Design/Recording Mixer : NA
• Music : Rohit Shyam Raut
• Background Music : Kaushik Deshpande
• Cinematography (DOP) : Amol Gole
• Editor : Jafar Sultan
• Art Director : Seema Gawde
• Costume : Kalyani Shroff
• Hair Stylist : NA
• Make-up : NA
• Presenter : NA
• Choreography : Phulwa Khamkar
• Co-Producer : NA
• Visual Promotions : NA
• Genre : Drama
• Release Date : 14th June 2019

Synopsis : Mogra Phulaalaa chronicles the story of a man who has dedicated all his life attending to the well-being of his family, and forgot to take care of his personal life along the way. The events that unfold after he meets the woman of his dreams forms the crux of the film.Mogra Phulaalaa chronicles the story of a man who has dedicated all his life attending to the well-being of his family, and forgot to take care of his personal life along the way. The events that unfold after he meets the woman of his dreams forms the crux of the film.

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Swapnil Joshi Starrer ‘Mogra Phulaalaa‘ has received very good response from the audience. The film is doing very well in the theaters in Mumbai, Thane, Pune to watch the family drama, which has been subtly narrated. The film registered the business of Rs 37.5 lakh on the first day of it released, followed by Rs 56.2 lakh on Saturday, the second day of the release. Despite of the much hyped cricket match between India and Pakistan on Sunday, June 16,  the film registered the business of Rs 51.5 lakh. The business for first three days was pegged at Rs 1.45 crore.

The response to the film has compelled the producers to increase the number of shows in multiplexes and theaters says Arjun Singh Baran and Kartik Nishandar of GSEAMS Films. Directed by Shrabani Deodhar who has made cult classics in Marathi cinema like ‘Lapandav’ & ‘Sarkarnama’. The film marks debut of Sai Shakti Anand into Marathi cinema who had been seen in popular Hindi serials.

Leading actors from Marathi industry Nina Kulkarni, Chandrakant Kulkarni, Anand Ingale, Sandeep Pathak  too have contributed to the rich production values of the film. Mother played by Nina Kulkarni resembles with the great character of mother played by other noted actresses on silver screen. Award winning director Chandrakant Kulkarni has tried his acting skills after a long period in this film by playing character of Swwapnil’s uncle. Shankar Mahadevan, Bela Shende, Jasraj Joshi and Rohit Raut have sung the songs composed by Rohit Raut and penned by Abhishek Kankhar. The film will be remembered for decades, undoubtedly, owing to the great story, appealing concept duly supported by leading actors and ear soothing songs.

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• Review: Mogra Phulaalaa (2019)
• Director: Shrabani Deodhar
• Star Cast: Swapnil Joshi, Sai Shakti Anand, Neena Kulkarni, Chandrakant Kulkarni, Sandeep Pathak, Anand Ingle, Vighnesh Joshi, Sonam Nishandar, Milind Phatak, Samidha Guru & child artist: Saanvi Ratnalikar
• Screenplay: Sachin Mote
• Producer: Arjun Singgh Baran and Kartik Nishandar

Quick Viewpoint: Mogra Phulaalaa knows exactly whom it’s catering it’s film too, mainly to a value driven Maharashtrian middle class and it both satisfies them & also pushes the envelope by encompassing modern values in it!

What Works? 

• The film starts off on a very accessible lighter note. Yes, it has a bit of out of the place logic at times, but there’s soul in most of the lighter moments. Swapnil Joshi mostly wins in major parts though in some he becomes a bit too typical man child. Sandeep Pathak’s character succeeds pretty well in giving the film a lighter tone.
• The writing of the film (by Sachin Mote) is it’s biggest strength, both in the screenplay and in the dialogues. No scene in the film feels forced or placed just to fill in. The screenplay has a uniformity throughout. 
• The way film slowly & steadily establishes the love story between it’s two lead characters somehow reminds us of the old Basu Chatterjee romances, or even a classic Marathi film ‘Lapandav’ which was directed by the director of this film, Ms. Shrabani Deodhar! There’s lot of genuine charm in the love story of ‘Mogra Phulaalaa’ in fact that is what connects us with the film the most as we feel the two of them deserve to have a life together!
• Chandrakant Kulkarni’s character (Madhya Kaka) is used smartly in the film. Basically it feels like he is playing himself (yes a slightly strict theatre director), but more than that he brings the third person perspective in the equation of Sunil (Swapnil) & his mother (Neena Kulkarni). The mother here is a bit possessive about her unmarried son. Being distanced from all of her other sons, Sunil is her only reason to live (though this is her version of the truth!). Madhya Kaka in many ways puts forth what we as audiences would feel like in this scenario!
• Swapnil Joshi is a good actor but with limitations. As said above he tends to be a very typical man child by the start of the film. But later on when the film swings completely in drama Swapnil Joshi scores gold during the emotional moments! That feels like his home ground, where he is easily one of the best in the business!

What Fails? 

• The transition of Swapnil Joshi’s character is a bit abrupt. From a mother abiding simple minded man child into a matured man who knows what he wants and has the strength to go & get it! Not that we needed more logical reasons for this transition but his sudden coming of age is a bit distracting from the actual plot of the film!
• The lead actress Sai Shakti Anand is clearly & boldly the biggest drawback of the film. She is decent in the lighter moments but her limitations are clearly visible in the dramatic moments of the film. Mainly because the whole emotional strength of the film relies first & foremost on the shoulders of her character and the actor fails to do justice to it. Ironically she works in a play in the film and everyone believes she is a phenomenal actress!

Final Verdict: Mogra Phulaalaa is a treat for Swapnil Joshi fans & for those who might not be up for any technical and contextual experiments in Marathi films but enjoy a well written & decently conceived family drama in Marathi! 

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‘Mogra Phulaalaa‘ releases all over Maharashtra today. The film stars Swapnil Joshi in the lead in a never before seen avatar. While all of his fans are all excited for the film we would like to present to you top 5 reasons to not miss ‘Mogra Phulaalaa’ in theatres!

• Swapnil Joshi’s Simple Minded Character
  Swapnil Joshi has been mostly known for his chocolate boy image. Though every now & then Swapnil has pushed himself and has surprised the audiences with different & challenging roles. ‘Mogra Phulaalaa’ is one such different role where we won’t see Swapnil in a larger than life image but as a common middle aged man who is in his mid 30s and is still unmarried.

• Neena Kulkarni’s Multi Layered Mother
  While Swapnil’s Joshi’s character is of a simple minded man. His mother played by senior actress Neena Kulkarni seems a very a multi layered character. On one hand she obviously loves her son and wants the best for him, but somewhere she also inhibits her son from following his heart!

• Shrabani Deodhar’s Assured Direction
  Shrabani Deodhar is one of the most respected female filmmakers to make films in Marathi. Back in the 90s she had made films like ‘Lapandav’ & ‘Sarkarnama’ which are today considered as cult classics. She recently made a caper comedy which was also appreciated and now with ‘Mogra Phulaalaa’ she is exploring a new side of her with an light hearted yet emotional family drama.
• Relatable Family Drama for Today’s Times
  While family dramas have always been a staple for Marathi cinema. Nowadays many family drama films fall flat on their face as they fail to understand the changing times and the changing taste of audiences. Hence ‘Mogra Phulaalaa’ is a film that suits sensibilities of today’s family audiences of today’s times. The dramatic part of the film is much subtle & it has a nice blend of light heartedness & romance.
• The Rest of the Ensemble Cast
  Sai Deodhar a popular name on Hindi Television is making her debut in Marathi through ‘Mogra Phulaalaa’. Along with that the film has a diversely talented star cast of Sandeep Pathak, Chandrakant Kulkarni, Anand Ingle, Vighnesh Joshi, Samidha Guru, Sonamm Nishandar & others.

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While there has been a revolution of sorts all around the world of cinema about women getting the same pay as men and same opportunities as men, and more and more film industries and film studious are consciously making changes in their policies accordingly, Marathi film industry is nowhere behind. GSEAMS (Global Sports Entertainment And Media Solutions Private Limited) is a production house that has silently been proving that they believe in female directors as much anyone believes in male directors!

Swapnil Joshi starrer ‘Mogra Phulaalaa‘ is currently GSEAMS’ latest release hitting theatres this friday on 14th of June. The film is a heartfelt family drama that also has traits of romance. Swapnil Joshi is being seen in a completely new avatar in this film. GSEAMS has so far produced and presented five Marathi films which are: Ranangan, Fugay, Tula Kalnar Nahi, Bhikari and Mogra Phulaalaa. Out of which 3 films are produced by female directors! ‘Tula Kalnar Nahi’ & ‘Fugay’ were directed by Swapna Waghmare Joshi & ‘Mogra Phulaalaa’ is directed by senior female filmmaker Shrabani Deodhar!

Arjun Singhh Baran and Kartik Nishandar of GSEAMS have set an example for production houses in Marathi as well as elsewhere in Indian film industry that more and more belief should be bestowed on our female filmmakers. Kartik Nishandar said, “It is a story that will touch the hearts of the Marathi audience. We are very happy to be working with Shrabani Deodhar who is one of the most intelligent and hard working  directors in the industry. She has worked very hard over the last one year on the story along with Sachin Mote.”

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Over the years Swapnil Joshi has created a chocolate boy image for him through many of his superhit romantic movies. With ‘Mogra Phulaalaa‘ the romance continues but this time he doesn’t play a usual chocolate hero but a very believable middle aged man who is unmarried for a long time. He is completely under his mother’s (played by Neena Kulkarni) control.

This film marks Marathi debut of popular Hindi TV actress Sai Shakti Anand. She plays the role of a single mother & love between her character & Swapnil’s chracter seems to be main conflict of the film! The complexity between all our relationships whether it’s with our mother or other family members & friends is evident in the trailer of the film.

Even though Neena Kulkarni’s character seems to be against the idea of her son falling in love with a single mother, she isn’t shown in bad light. The film understands how a mother only wants the best for her child & she hasn’t been shown as a villain. ‘Mogra Phulaalaa’ is a film that seems to have a very mature outlook towards love & relationships it seems to present all of that in a light-hearted subtle way.

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Swapnil Joshi starrer ‘Mogra Phulala‘ is all set to present the star in a never before seen avatar. The first song of the film ‘Manmohini’ is now out & it truly rediscovers the feeling of love seen in our films. Popular Hindi T.V. actress Sai Deodhar stars opposite Swapnil in this film & in this song. And she truly marks her entry into Marathi films in a grand way.

Little champ turned a rockstar Rohit Shyam Raut is the singer and composer of this soulful romantic number ‘Manmohini’! At such a young age Rohit truly proves his versatility as a singer and composer. The lyrics are penned by Abhishek Khankar and are truly refreshing & beautiful poetically.

‘Mogra Phulala’ releases in theatres on 14th June & is a beautiful drama about human relationships & finding love. Swapnil Joshi’s plays the character of Sunil Kulkarni in the film who takes care of everyone in his life which includes his family, friends & of course the love of his life.

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Produced by ‘G Seams’ & directed by Shrabani Deodhar, Swapnil Joshi starer ‘Mogra Phulala‘ releasing on 14th of June stars Sandeep Pathak as Swapnil Joshi’s best friend! This is the first time that these two actors will be working together in a film!

Swapnil’s & Sandeep’s friendship in this film is an ideal representation of real life friendships! They both are partners in their business of softwares. Whenever Swapnil’s character is in any need it’s Sandeep’s character who comes to his rescue.

Having said that Sandeep Pathak also represents those clumsy but loving friends of ours who might make our work difficult at times. The same catchline can be seen on the recently revealed poster of the film featuring Swapnil & Sandeep. Sandeep Pathak is seen in a very unique in this poster which highlights his colorful nature!

Sandeep Pathak has met us through many films, serials & plays including the iconic serial ‘Eka Lagnachi Dusri Goshta’ which also starred Swapnil Joshi! However in that serial Sandeep Pathak played Mukta Barve’s friend & not Swapnil’s! About his role in ‘Mogra Phulala’ he says that he enjoys being part of a good story, irrespective of his role. Moreover the overall team (that includes Arjun Singh Baran & Kartik Nishandar of G Seams) of the film too has motivated him to be a part of this project!

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Swapnil Joshi’s upcoming film ‘Mogra Phulaalaa’ marks a reunion for Swapnil Joshi & senior actress Neena Kulkarni! Neena Kulkarni is playing Swapnil’s mother in this film. And an exclusive poster of the two actors was recently reveled on social media. In the poster we can see Swapnil peacefully sleeping on the lap of his mother played by Neena Kulkarni!

The two of them worked together for the last time long back in 2004-05. It was for Zee Marathi’s (back then Alpha Tv Marathi) ‘Adhuri Ek Kahani’! After around 14 years they are now working together in ‘Mogra Phulala’ & as mother & son. The audiences would surely be interested to watch their chemistry unfold in theatres.

The film also stars Chandrakant Kulkarni in an important role who is returning to acting after some time after directing many great films. Produced by Arjun Singgh Baran & Kartik Nishandar of GSEAMS (Global Sports Entertainment And Media Solutions Private Limited) who produced Fugay, Tula Kalnaar Nahi, Ranangan and presented Bhikari, ‘Mogra Phulala’ will be releasing in theatres on 14th of June!

There has been a lot excitement for this film as Swapnil Joshi seems to be in a completely new avatar from his appearance to the way he has been shown riding a scooty! All of that makes him appear like a common man. ‘Mogra Phulala’ is a film that is about relationships & how they define one’s life & love life.

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