The first sci-fi story in Marathi- Phuntroo will be shown on Star Pravat at 1pm and at 7 pm on 30th April. The film stars Ketaki Mategaonkar and Madan Devdhar in the lead roles. The story of the film revolves around an engineering student whose life is taken control by his own technological innovation. The film is directed by national award winner director Sujay Dahake.

The film also stars Shivraj Waichal, Shivani Rangole, Ruturaj Shinde, Anshuman Joshi and Rohit Nikam in the lead roles. The music for this film has been composed by Rishikesh Datar, Jasraj Joshi, Saurav Bhalerao while the lyrics have been penned by Vaibhav Joshi and Mandar Cholkar.

Do not forget to tune into Star Pravah on 30th April at 1 pm and 7 pm to watch this exciting film!

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• Review : Phuntroo (2016)
• Producer : Krishika Lulla
• Directer : Sujay S. Dahake
• Star Cast : Ketaki Mategaonkar, Madan Deodhar, Shivraj Waikar, Shivani Rangole, Ruturaj Shinde, Anshuman Joshi and Rohit Nikam
• Writer : Sujay S. Dahake
• Music : Hrishikesh-Saurabh-Jasraj
• Genre : Science, Fiction, Romantic, Comedy
• Review By : Rasik Tirodkar

Rating : 2.5/5

Phuntroo Marathi Movie Review:

Sujay Dahake’s debut film had won the hearts of the masses and critics alike. Ajoba, his second venture, despite being path breaking in its subject, was a bit of a mixed bag for me. Phuntroo, too, ends up being like Ajoba- a film that can be appreciated for doing something new in Marathi cinema, but little else.

In Phuntroo, we have a college geek named Vira (Madan Deodhar) who is irresistibly drawn towards Anaya – a slim beauty. Apart from being the general secretary of the student union of the college, Anaya is also in a relationship with the college senior Nano who has been consistently winning the annual gadget competition of the engineering college. Nano’s project for next year requires a room with computers of higher specifications and he manages to get the laboratory of the now deceased founder of the college with the help of his girl and Vira – who has agreed to help Nano with his project. While working on the project Vira tells Anaya of his feeling which she doesn’t give much heed. While struggling with the rejection, Vira accidently stumbles upon an unfinished project of the founder in his room. The founder Mr. Rao was working on a creating a holographic projection of an artificial person programmed by him. Vira picks up from where Rao had left it unfinished and vents his frustration into creating a holographic projection of a programmed artificial person which is like a virtual reproduction of Anaya. The more he works on the programmed person created through artificial intelligence more it starts becoming like the real Anaya.

The biggest issue I had with the film is that nothing really takes any solid shape or form here. It is ironic that this has to happen to a film that deals with holograms. Vira, a college undergraduate, comes up with a hologram of Anaya without much of a struggle. Yes, he borrows a lot from Mr. Rao’s work but you are left unconvinced about the capacities of Vira coming up with something this significant and accurate. A large part about the charm of science fiction is a plausible explanation about the science in the film, but the film is short on that aspect too. As a result, you aren’t as wowed by the sci-fi elements as much as you should be.

Shala was very sharp in the manner it established the world of the gang of friends in school and also the infatuation the lead character Joshi has for Shirodkar. But this isn’t replicated in Phuntroo. The scenes exploring the chemistry between the gang of college friends lacks the vibrancy and sharpness necessary. The crush Vira has for Anaya is brought forward through two songs, but they do not make much of an impact either. So, neither the romance nor the sci-fi holds much of your attention. You don’t connect with the film and care little for the characters.

However, Phuntroo is that rare Marathi film that is well crafted on the technical side. Where most Marathi films resemble either plays or tv soap operas in story as well as their direction, Phuntroo is a breath of fresh air. The look of the film brought to fore by the dop gives it a mystical feel. The visual effects used for creating the holographic projection are spectacular. VFX even in big budgeted Hindi films are at times laughably bad but here nowhere does it comes across as amateurish and the vfx team have done a commendable job.

The dialogues deserve a special mention, as they are full of sharp wit and smart references to scientists and other thinkers like Sigmund Freud. The conversation between Phuntroo (the holographic projection of Anaya) and Vira are the high points of the film.

Another plus of the film is the acting; Ketaki Mategoankar has come of age with her acting here with her portrayal of Phuntroo. In the beginning, Phuntroo, though it looks exactly as Anaya, doesn’t have much life in it and is a very robotic creature. As Vira goes on working on it, Phuntroo becomes more and more like Anaya; this subtle progression of the artificially created person into something more lifelike is brilliantly brought about by Ketaki in her performance and the dialogues as well. Madan Deodhar, who is a sort after actor in the marathi film industry with his superlative performance in Vihir, lives up to his reputation and does justice to the role of an egotist science geek who has hopelessly fallen in love with a girl.

Overall:

Even the solid performances, sharp dialogues and the technical expertise aren’t enough to save the film from becoming something that doesn’t draw you enough into its world to make it enjoyable. It can only be lauded for being that rare well mounted film in Marathi cinema that broaches spaces hitherto unexplored.

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Ketaki Mategaonkar became a sensation in Marathi cinema with her cute girl looks in Timepass and Kaksparsh. However, the teen star has decided to change her image of a girl next door with Phuntroo. This is a Sci-fi film directed by Sujay Dahake and Ketaki plays double role of a college student and a robot.

We caught up with Ketaki at the press meet of the film and asked about this film.

The title ‘Phuntroo’ sounds very strange.

Yes. The film is in the science fiction genre, the first of its kind in Marathi cinema.  I am playing the lead role of a robot girl called ‘Phuntroo’ created by a failed engineer played by Madan Deodhar as well as his love interest co-student. The film has spectacular visual effects and brilliant cinematography. The film has done remarkable job in all the technical departments.

So, role of a robot girl, that sounds exciting. How did you research for this role?

I did many workshops with Sujay Sir. These workshops helped me tremendously but major research was done by watching lot of Hollywood films and TV shows in the similar genre to get an idea about what the character is all about and how I can portray this difficult role more convincingly.

How was the experience of working in the film?

It was an amazing experience. Sujay sir is always ready to push the envelope a little further and hopefully I have achieved what he had envisaged for my character. The actual shoot was a bit difficult and different for me, because of the special effects, we had to shoot and reshoot again and again with different angles and though it was hard work, the grand look of the film is a great boost for me.

How was it working with Madan?

Mandar is an old friend and we get along really well and it was fun to work with him. The rest o the cast was fairly new but we had a nice time on the sets.

Have you sung for the film?

Yes. I am always happy to sing because that is my real passion.  I am a trained singer and to get songs composed by Hrishikesh Datar,Jasraj Joshi, and Saurav Bhalerao was really a good experience for me.

What are your expectations from the film?

That the film is produced by a big banner like Eros International and producer Krishka Lulla has put in a lot of efforts to make this as a grand visual spectacle. I am hoping audience gives us a positive feedback, because though Sci-fi has always been very successful genre, we have not many Marathi films in this genre.

Thanks Ketaki, for speaking with Marathistars.com. We wish you and Phuntroo team all the best for your release.

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Singer Jasraj Joshi and lyricist Vaibhav Joshi is a lethal combination. Don’t believe us? Then watch the next song from Phuntroo “Alakha Niranjan Tu”! The amazing lyrics of this song effortlessly etch the passion and possessiveness of the geek boy played by Madan Deodhar. The terrific composition by Hrishikesh Saurabh Jasraj had taken this song to another level by giving it a fusion rock treatment. The song has been sung by Jasraj and his rocking voice does full justice to the lines “Moksh Tu” However, as the song progresses, it turns into a different air portraying heartache and troubles of love. Again, Jasraj sings these lines very fluently and showcases those exact emotions described by the lyrics of the song.

The video of the song shows montage of various events happening in the film. In the beginning, the character played by Madan describes his love through his anger and passion. Madan looks very convincing in this monologue. Ketaki looks very sweet and her dance moves are very stylish.

The song has a feel of rock and fusion, yet it remains true to the core of the film. Another gem from this Sujay Dahake directed sci-fi romance. We are sure, audience is eagerly waiting for the release of this interesting film. Well, the film releases on 11 March all over Maharashtra.

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• Movie : Phuntroo (2016) | फुंतरु
• Producer : Krishika Lulla
• Director : Sujay S. Dahake
• Studio : Eros International, Spice Studios & Entertainment Pvt Ltd and V.Patke Films Production
• Star Cast : Ketaki Mategaonkar, Madan Deodhar, Shivraj Waikar, Shivani Rangole, Ruturaj Shinde, Anshuman Joshi and Rohit Nikam
• Story : Sujay S. Dahake
• Screenplay : Sujay S. Dahake
• Music : Hrishikesh-Saurabh-Jasraj
• Director of Photography : Archana Borhade
• Editor : B. Mahanteshwar
• Make-Up : Vinod Sarode
• Sound Design : Avinash Sonawane
• Background Score : Saket Kanetkar
• Costumes : Ayushi Dagad
• Co-Producer : Vandana Patke Thakur, Ajay Thakur and Sandeep Sushil Sinha
• Associate Producers : Dhananjay Singh Masoom, Rabindra Choubey.
• Exexutive Producer (Eros) : Chandraprakash Dubay
• Exexutive Producer : Ashwini Paranjape
• Line Producer (Eros) : Chandrashekhar Nannaware
• Production Design : Satyajit Deshpande
• Publicity Design : Saurabh Chandekar (Aaiba Design) & Chaitanya Sant
• Genre : Science, Fiction, Romantic, Comedy
• Release Date : 11th March 2016

Plot Outline :
Phuntroo is a love story with the backdrop of science fiction which is a completely new genre for Marathi films.

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Phuntroo Marathi Movie Official Trailer :

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This Valentine’s Day was made extra special as Phuntroo Team released their first romantic track. To hear such a nice contemporary love ballad with a brilliant cinematography is surely a treat. Though Phuntroo is a sci-fi film, it also portrays a passionate and complicated love story.

The film is about a college nerd and his love interest. Ketaki Mategaonkar, female lead of this film looks very cute. Her looks in this film have been designed as per modern college students,  and some of the accessories used by her will surely become a fashion trend. Madan Deodhar, the adolescent teenager from Balak Palak will be seen in the lead role for this film. His geeky look has been accentuated by curly hair and glasses.

Ti Mi is picturized on the backdrop of an engineering college and the chemistry between Madan and Ketaki is amazing. The sheer poetry written by Mandar Cholkar is really very romantic and fresh voice of Jasraj Joshi makes the track more pleasant. The song has been composed and arranged by Hrishikesh Saurabh Jasraj. There is a nice dreamy and lovely feel throughout this song. The guitar pieces make this track effortless and very romantic.

The Valentine’s Day for youth was made extra special by release of this cute track.

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With a lead pair that actually looks like College going kids, a sci-fi plot and amazing direction by Sujay Dahake makes Phuntroo trailer very exciting. The trailer is very fast-paced, neatly crafted and arouses curiosity about the film in the minds of the audience.

The film’s leading lady is gorgeous Ketaki Mategaonkar whose looks in this film have already become a fashion trend. The film also stars Madan Devdhar, Shivraj Waichal, Shivani Rangole, Ruthuraj Shinde, Anshumanm Joshi, Rohit Nikam et al.

Phuntroo is a science fiction film, a genre which not very much attempted in Marathi cinema. The experimental director of films like Shala, Dahake has managed to make another interesting film which will suit the palates of younger generation. The story unfolds in an engineering campus where a nerdy boy falls for a cute girl. However, the love story does not go in the regular fashion and what creates troubles for the young kid will be seen in the film.

The film will be releasing on March 11 all over Maharashtra.

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Sujay Dahake, well-known director for his hits movies ‘Shaala’ and ‘Aajoba’. He is all set to entertain audience once again with his next movie ‘Phuntroo’. Upcoming Marathi movie ‘Phuntroo’ has science genre and it’s a science-fiction love story.

Here is the first look of Eros International’s first Marathi movie ‘Phuntroo’. It’s starring Ketaki Mategaonkar in lead role with Madan Deodhar. The brand new poster of Phuntroo looks attractive and catchy. It seems like Ketaki Mategaonkar in double role with two different avatars.

‘Phuntroo’ is not only science fiction movie but also the love story. This movie is based on engineer students. Sujay Dahake has created this story from the angle of mechanical engineer students and ‘Phuntroo’ movie will show you the impact of excessive use of technology.

‘Phuntroo’ produced by Krishika Lulla and its also starring other star cast Shivraj Waichal, Shivani Rangole, Ruturaj Shinde, Anshuman Joshi and Rohit Nikam. We all are eye witness of this poster where Ketaki’s second avatar is different and for this attractive look credit goes to make-up artist Vinod Sarode, costumes designer Aayushi Dagad. Art direction by Satyajit Deshpande and music given by Jasraj Joshi, Hrishikesh Datar and Saurav Bhalerao.

Sujay Dahake directed ‘Phuntroo’ is all set to release soon.

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“Shala” fame director Sujay Dahake coming with his next movie ‘Phuntroo’.  Eros International presents and Krishika Lulla produce ‘Phuntroo’ is a first Marathi science fiction movie and this movie co-produced by Spice Studios and Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. and Ajay Thakur.

Phuntroo is a love story which is having science fiction backdrop and Actress Ketaki Mategaonkar is in lead role with different and attractive look.  In this movie we will get to see ‘Manala Manachi Odh Lagate Punha Punha’ romantic song in the voice of Ketaki Mategaonkar and Hrishikesh Ranade.  First time they sang a song together.  This romantic song written by Mandar Cholkar and composed by Hrishikesh Datar, Jasraj Joshi and Saurabh Bhalerao.

While talking about this experience Ketaki Mategaonkar said, “Glad to get a chance to sing a song with Hrishikesh Ranade.  During recording we have great tuning.  I am sure audience will love this song written by Mandar Cholkar, composed by Hrishikesh Datar, Jasraj Joshi and Saurabh Bhalerao.

Hrishikesh Ranade said, “Ketaki is an outstanding singer that is why she is successful singer as well as Actress.  I enjoyed recording a romantic song with her.”

Director Sujay Dahake also expressed his feeling about this song, “I am happy to have this song in my movie.  Ketaki and Hrishikesh both sang this song wonderfully.  Songs has its own place in movie.  You will definitely love it.

Phuntroo movie starring Ketaki Mategaonkar, Madan Devdhar, Anshuman Joshi, Shivraj Vaychal, Shivani Rangole, Ruturaj Shinde, Rohit Nikam. This movie is different just because of its science fiction love story, makeup and costumes. Makeup artist Vinod Sarode done the great job and Costume designed by Aayushi Dagad.

‘Phuntroo’ movie releasing on 12^th February 2016.

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M-Town director Sujay Dahake is known for his first directorial debut Marathi movie “Shala”. Shala was awarded with National Film Award. He has impressed all groups of age people with his Shala movie.

Again with that spontaneous energy Sujay will be back soon on screen with his upcoming marathi movie “Phuntroo”.

Phuntroo is kind of love story which is having science fiction backdrop and Sujay will definitely entertain us with his unique story. The film stars Ketaki Mategaonkar and Madan Deodhar.

They enjoyed a lot while shooting of Phuntroo was going on. 15 days straight night shoots, green screen and many much technical constraints this was tough ride for Sujay and his team. Sujay is enjoying working periods with new team member, actors, and artist. All the members of Sujay’s team are fully dedicated and trained.

He is much excited about the new fresh faces which are ready to enter in marathi movie industry. Even we can say that new fresh talents coming soon. Overall Sujay had amazing fun on shoot. All are waiting for the science fiction love story movie Phuntroo. So stay tuned for release date and trailer out announcements.

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