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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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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Review: Mumbai Pune Mumbai – MPM 3 (2018)
Cast: Swapnil Joshi, Mukta Barve, Prashant Damle, Suhas Joshi, Vijay Kenkre, Savita Prabhune & Rohini Hattangadi.
Director: Satish Rajwade

Quick Viewpoint: MPM 3 takes off from where MPM 2 left, not just story wise but overall the film exceeds on the stronger points of the previous film & minuses some of the negatives! 

What Fails? 

• The film could have easily been edited for at least 10-15 minutes especially in the second half. Some scenes though harmless don’t seem that important at the later stage of the narrative.
• As usual the ever-present flaw in almost every Satish Rajwade film. Visually the film looks like a daily soap! From the use of light, to the art direction & makeup of artists.
• Certain elements in the film feel repetitive, like how Gautam (Swapnil Joshi) keeps repeating that he wasn’t ready to be a father. At a point the film doesn’t understand the actual weightage of this statement, it keeps using it as a character trait.

What Works?

• Performances! Swapnil Joshi becomes an altogether different actor when he is in ‘Mumbai-Pune-Mumbai’ & again he is smashing throughout! Mukta Barve too compliments him & so does the rest of the senior cast which include Prashant Damle, Savita Prabhune, Vijay Kenkre, Suhas Joshi & Rohini Hattangadi.

• The way film slowly establishes it’s primary conflict (of Gautam & Gauri turning ‘accidental parents’), it happens so organically & believably that we can easily relate it with our own life or with the people around us.

• Both Gautam (Swapnil) & Gauri (Mukta) are essentially unique characters but flawed human beings. And hence when they are put into a believable situation the drama that enfolds becomes interesting.

• The film goes easy on ‘drama’ in the second half, unlike the second installment of the series where the drama went on increasing as the narrative progressed. Though both decisions work perfectly in both films respectively!

• Even while encompassing more characters & appearing like a family drama, this film understands that the heart of this franchise is a ‘love story’! And it skillfully highlights that again so beautifully!

Final Verdict: All in all ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai 3’ offers everything that the dedicated fans of the franchise were hoping for!

Rating: 3.5/5

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• Movie : Mumbai Pune Mumbai 3 (2018) | मुंबई पुणे मुंबई ३ | MPM 3
• Producer : Sanjay Chhabria
• Directer : Satish Rajwade
• Studio : Eros International and Everest Entertainment
• Star Cast :
  • Swwapnil Joshi as Gautam Pradhan
  • Mukta Barve as Gauri Deshpande
  • Prashant Damle as Gautam’s Father
  • Mangal Kenkre as Gautam’s Mother
  • Vijay Kenkre
  • Savita Prabhune as Gauri’s Mother
  • Suhas Joshi as Aaji
  • Rohini Hattangadi
• Story : Pallavi Rajwade
• Screenplay : Satish Rajwade
• Dialogues : Ashwini Shende and Pallavi Rajwade
• Music : Avinash-Vishwajeet and Nilesh Moharir
• Lyrics : Devyani Karve Kothari, Pallavi Rajwade, Vishwajeet Joshi, Jay Atre and Jagdish Khebudkar
• Singers : Hrishikesh Ranade, Aadarsh Shinde, Aanandi Joshi, Saee Tembhekar, Jaydeep Bagwadkar, Varsha Bhave, Yogita Godbole and Mandar Apte
• Sound : Sandeep Raul
• Sound Mixing : Aradhna Studio
• Background Score : Avinash-Vishwjeet
• Cinematography (DOP) : Suhas Gujrathi
• Editor : Rahul Bhatankar
• Art Director : NA
• Action Director : NA
• Costume : Pallavi Rajwade
• Make-Up : Sujeet Jagtap, Meghan Vagal (Mukta Barve) and Satyawir Choudhari (Swwapnil Joshi)
• Choreography : Subhash Nakashe and Arvind Thakur
• DI : Prime Focus Ltd
• DI Colorist : Xavier Joseph
• VFX : Prisca
• Visual Promotion : Just Right Studioz
• Publicity and Digital Campaign : Vizual Junkies
• Line Producer : Dipak Shinde
• Production Designer: Sandeep Ravade
• Executive Producer : Umesh Shinde
• Associate Producer : Amit Bhanushali
• Additional Camera : Prasad Bhende
• Finance Controller : CA Ganesh Choudhary
• Marketing : 52 Friday Cinemas
• Genre  : Family, Romance, Musical
• Release Date : 7th December 2018

Synopsis : Mumbai Pune Mumbai 3 is a Marathi movie starring Swwapnil Joshi and Mukta Barve in prominent roles. It is a drama directed by Satish Rajwade.

Mumbai Pune Mumbai 3 Marathi Movie Poster / Still Photos

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The first teaser of Swapnil Joshi & Mukta Barve starer ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai 3‘ set the internet on fire! The fans of Swapnil, Mukta & Mumbai Pune Mumbai were amazed by it! And now the first song of the film has been revealed! ‘Kuni Yenar Ga’ captures the essential feeling of what it’s like when a woman in the family is about to become a mother! The happiness is not just for the father & the mother but for the entire family.

The franchise starring Swapnil Joshi & Mukta Barve got an extended star cast in the sequel & now in the third film all those family members that include Prashant Damle, Suhas Joshi, Savita Prabhune, Vijay Kenkre & others have become very important in the film’s story & for the audiences! While the first film was a crispy entertaining romantic comedy, the second film was an emotional drama & now the third film seems to be a film about motherhood & how it changes the relationship between the couple!

Satish Rajwade directorial ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai 3’ also marks a comeback of sorts for the popular music composer Nilesh Mohrir who seems to be back & with same brilliance in his music. ‘Kuni Yenar Ga’ is penned by Devayani Karve-Kothari & Pallavi Rajwade & sung by Hrishikesh Ranade, Aanandi Joshi, Saee Tembhekar, Jaydeep Bagwadkar, Varsha Bhave, Yogita Godbole & Mandar Apte.

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Marathi cinema’s biggest franchise film series is without a doubt the Mumbai Pune Mumbai series! The first Mumbai Pune Mumbai film made Swapnil Joshi & Mukta Barve favorites of fans! It started a dedicated fan club of both the actors who followed everything they did! Now after so many years these fan club has grown even more stronger. And for all the fans the teaser of the third film of the series surely was pleasing!

The sequel ‘Mumbai-Pune-Mumbai 2’ was equally successful as the first & hence the third film too seems to be building up on the same backdrop. Swapnil & Mukta’s chemistry is still as natural & yet refreshing to see & we hope that this time to they will impress us in every way.

Like the previous two films in the series, ‘Mumbai Pune Mumbai 3’ too is directed by Satish Rajwade. Satish Rajwade earlier in the year gave us another superhit film ‘Aapla Manus’ & last year he entertained us with ‘Ti Saddhya Kay Karte’. So even the director on his own has a dedicated fan club who watch all his films with eagerness! The trailer of the film will soon be out!

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Sai Tamhankar & Swwapnil Joshi have starred together in blockbuster films like ‘Duniyadari’, ‘Tu Hi Re’ & others. They are very well known to be really good friends. Moreover, their families too are friends with each other.

Recently Mrs. Swwapnil Joshi’s clinic was inaugurated by Sai Tamhankar! Mrs. Joshi is a dentist & she has started her clinic in Borivali, Mumbai. Swwapnil & his wife have two beautiful children. Recently their daughter was born. Now after her birth her mother is rejoining her profession!

Sai being a family friend was present at the inauguration & even inaugurated the clinic herself as a guest of honour of sorts! We are sure Sai’s lucky charm will work wonders for the Joshi family too. Fans of Swwapnil & Sai would also be hoping that their real-life friendship should be seen in the reel life again very soon!

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