• Review : Tu Hi Re (2015)
• Director: Sanjay Jadhav
• Producers: Karan Entertainment, Indian Film Studios and Dreaming Twenty Four Seven Entertainment
• Writer: Manaswini Lata Ravindra, Sanjay Jadhav
• Cast: Swapnil Joshi, Sai Tamhankar, Tejaswini Pandit, Sushant Shelar, Mrunal Jadhav Girish Oak
• Music: Amitraj-Pankaj Padgham and Shashank Powar
• Genre: Romance/ Drama
• Review By : Keyur Seta

Rating : 3/5

Review:

The jodi of director Sanjay Jadhav and actor Swapnil Joshi raises our expectations as it brings back memories of their blockbuster Duniyadari. Tu Hi Re, their latest outing, doesn’t rise as much as the 2013 film, but it certainly has enough moments to satisfy its target audience and the fans of the three main actors.

The story commences when Siddharth (Swapnil Joshi), a young man going through a sad phase, marries a village-based girl Nandini (Sai Tamhankar) without even meeting her before. Nandini too isn’t too happy with the marriage. Naturally, there is a lot of awkwardness between the couple.

But eight years later, Siddharth and Nandini are seen enjoying a happy married life. Their professional life too is going well. Their seven-year old bubbly daughter is the icing on the cake. But one day, out of the blue, a parcel from an unknown person changes the equation between Siddharth and Nandini. Is this the end of the road for this happy couple?

The promotional material of Tu Hi Re indicated that the film is obviously a love triangle. Thankfully though, it is not. Despite the main characters being one man and two women, the tale stays far away from the age-old or clichéd love triangles that we have been witnessing since decades. In fact, later on, the film becomes a mature take on contemporary married relationships. This can be said by the overwhelming and moving climax.

But there are certain problem areas that cannot be overlooked. In totality, the film treads on an uneven road. The first 45 minutes or so aren’t appealing due to the childish behavior of characters. Thankfully, the interesting interval point and the events in the second half bring things under control. An act by a character in the pre-climax, however, lacks sensibility. But, as mentioned above, the climax makes sure you leave the hall with some satisfaction.

The songs complement the situations. ‘Jeev Ha Sang Na’ is the best of the lot as it adds more dramatic effects. As expected from Jadhav, he has displayed his skills as the DoP. The background score goes with the theme, although it is too loud on few occasions.

The performances are another plus point. Swapnil Joshi once again carries on his good work. He keeps delivering film after film. It is also amazing to see him pulling off playing a collegian even in this age. Sai Tamhankar also succeeds in a role that required mature acting skills.

Tejaswini Pandit provides an adorable act. Girish Oak does well playing a complicated character. Sushant Shelar offers good support as Siddharth’s best friend. The girl playing Siddharth’s daughter is super cute. She is able to act well too in such a young age. She had recently received praises for her act in the Hindi remake of Drishyam.

Overall:

Tu Hi Re is a worth watching saga on relationships, despite some problem areas. With big names attached to it, it will set cash registers ringing at the box office.

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Sanjay Jadhav is leaving no stone unturned for the marketing of his next Tu Hi Re. The film is slated to release this weekend and an unplugged version of Tola Tola has been uploaded on youtube. The song is sung by leading ladies of the film- Tejaswini Pandit and Sai Tamhankar.

Tejaswini has sung songs for her musical play Nandi, but Sai has sung for the first time. The video has been released on various social media platforms. The video uncannily resembles to Alia Bhatt’s unplugged version of Samajhawan. Though Sai and Tejaswini look very glamorous in the video, the singing part is not upto the mark. Music director Amit Raj has done a neat job in recreating the unplugged version. The original version sung by Bela Shendye and Amit Raj has already become a smashing hit.

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Urmila Dhangar, the pahadi voice had taken music industry by storm after winning Zee Marathi’s singing talent hunt show. With songs like “Mala Jaoo dya na..” “Gulbachi Kali” Urmila has managed to create a niche for herself in the industry. A very soft-spoken singer who believes in her work and prefers to stay away from limelight, Urmila spoke with Marathiistars.com about her recent work and future plans.

Your recently released song “Gulabachi Kali” from Tu Hi Re is becoming very popular. How was this experience?

I was singing for Amit Raj for the first time. When Amit Dada called me for this song, he told me that this is a great wedding song. “Vaishali Tai has already done her lines, and now you have to sing this song.” Sanjaydada was clear from the first day that he wished to shoot this song on the singers as well. This was unexpected for me. I can sing, but acting in front of camera made me nervous. Amit dada said, you have already performed on stage for Sa Re Ga Ma Pa. Similarly you just perform in front of camera. Next day I reached studio and we recorded this song. Vaishali tai has done marvelous job while singing her lines. I liked the tune and the lyrics of the song very much. In Marathi, very rarely see this type of experimentation in terms of voice textures has been done. I am glad that audience has really liked this combination.

We know very well that you can pull off recording part anytime. We would like to know more about your experience about the actual shooting of the song. You are looking stunning in the song.

I truly enjoyed the shoot. I was a newlywed when this shoot happened.

Oh! That’s a great news. Congratulations!!

Thanks, I got married in April, and we were shooting this song in May. It really felt nice to relive all those wedding moments with the makeup, saree, jewelry and set design. It felt very special for me. This is going to be such a cherished memory for me.

You are always shy from the limelight, you are hardly seen at the events or parties.

I like to do my work. I keep my maximum attention on singing. I generally record two songs per month. My focus is on singing, so I hardly socialize or go for events. Somehow I never know when the songs are released. While browsing channels I suddenly listen my own voice and then I remember:”oh I had recorded this song way back in months” Many times I record an excellent song, but unfortunately something happens and song is never heard again.

What about your solo albums? Your last album was a smashing hit.

Yes, audience liked Gandh Maticha very much. The songs were composed by legendary Anand Modak and lyrics were by N D Mahanor. This was a great experience for me. Now, I am planning to do something different in the near future.

How your journey as a singer started?

I used to sing since childhood, but never learnt music. I spent my childhood in a chawl at Ulhas Nagar. So there was no chance of learning music. I shifted to Badlapur after my 12th. In college, I started participating in various inter-collegiate music festivals. Though I keep listening various songs and sing accordingly I had no knowledge about nuisance of music. From SY I started learning music from Pandit Achyut Joshi who introduced me to this vast world of music. He made me acquaint with my own voice, style and singing caliber. This change defined me as a singer.

Then Sa Re Ga Ma Pa happened.

Yes, it was my father who wished to see me on this platform. I had tried for the first two editions of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa but could not get selected. I went to Pune for the auditions for this third edition where I got selected. That time, I just thought that let me sing one song on this platform, then even I am out from the competition that’s ok. However, my first song on this platform was immensely liked by the judges and audience. Dr Salil Kulkarni told me that if I keep singing this way, I will reach new heights. Even Anand Modak called me and told that Yeh lambi race ki ghodee hai. Such reactions increased my faith in myself.

I received so much acclaim, accolades, and blessings through Sa Re Ga Ma Pa. Even before winning this competition, I was established as a singer and I do not have to ask for work. The show helped me reach broader section of the audience. Since then there is no stopping for me. I have sung more than hundred songs. I like to my work with a complete heart and give perfect dedication. I do not want to typecast myself. I would like to do something very different and challenging in the future.

Urmila, Marathistars.com wishes you all the best and thanks a lot for speaking with us about your musical journey.

Interview By : Nandini Desai

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Amit Raj, a rocking name in Marathi music industry has delivered many hits in the past. His works in Classmates, Pyar Wali Love Story have been widely popular. Most anticipated film of the year Sanjay Jadhav directed Tu Hi Re features some of his songs. Marathistars.com spoke with this music director about Tu Hi Re and his musical journey.

Amit, Tu Hi Re songs are already chartbusters. How does it feel?

It always feels great to work with such a visionary director. Sanjaydada always try to make films which are larger than life and same reflects in his songs as well. He is clear about what he wants and that makes me easier to compose. Basically he is a good technician, but also a great human being. His understanding of music and human emotions is amazing.

Gulabachee Kali, and Tola Tola are becoming a trendsetter in Marathi industry..

Ans: Both these songs are a story in itself. When we were working on Gulabachi kali, it was decided that only Vaishali will sing it. However, Sanjaydada wanted do something different in terms of voices used in this song. He was also very much clear that this song will be picturized on the singers along with the lead star-cast. Rather than using another male voice, we thought that we will do something unusual. Urmila Dhangar has an excellent folk texture to her voice. Addition of her voice actually made this song unique. Vaishali’s soft soothing and Urmila’s pahadi texture has become a heady combination all together. To change the monotony of female voices we used my voice. However, the real winner of this song is Urmila and Vaishali.

Tola Tola was composed for another film, but that film went on hold. There was another film which Sanjay Jadhav was producing, and we decided to use this song, again unfortunately this film also went on hold. Then Sanjaydada said he is making Tu Hi Re and wish to use this song in this film. What more can I ask for? We wanted to record this song in some another male singer’s voice. This singer was going on a world tour and would not be available for recording. Shooting dates were fixed so I recorded a cue-track in my voice for the shoot. However, everybody on the sets liked this version so Dada decided to use my version as final track. This is my first romantic song as a singer, which is really amazing. I am flattered by the reactions and comments I have been receiving from everyone.

How did your journey start as a music composer?

Ans: I started as an assistant to Monty Sharma. I worked under him for more than eight years; working with him during Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Devdas, Black etc. This was a great learning experience. I had a chance to work with SLB, his larger than life visions, and his hold on technique and understanding of music is amazing. After assisting Monty for such a long time, I decided that I will start my individual work. In 2011, I started with background scores and title tracks for TV serials. I did dome five serials with more than 200 episodes. Work was not very creative, but I needed money badly in those times. During this time I met Rajeev Patil. After listening to my work, he offered me 72 Mail: ek pravas. The DOP for this film was Sanjay Jadhav. He called me one very early morning. He wanted a sad song in his directed film. I composed Deva tujhya gabharyala and the song became chartbuster. Sanjay Jadhav introduced me to the audience. You need a click, that click for me was this song from Duniyadari. Just like we have SLB in Hindi, we have Sanjay Jadhav in Marathi who dreams of making extravagant films. For me, it is a lifetime association with Sanjaydada.

Nowadays songs are getting popular in a very short time. Do you think this popularity is short-lived?

I have a slightly different view. I think once the song is popular it remains popular all time. Once Pyarelal (from Laxmikant Pyarelal) told me that the song should be such simple that even a layman like Rickshawala should be able to sing it..

Another very interesting aspect is earlier the channels for music were limited. People use to struggle for years to reach the audience. You can still hear stories how newcomers used to beg for just one chance. But the emergence of social media has provided a very good platform for these new and emerging talents. Platforms like Facebook, Youtube, Soundcloud make it very easy to reach the listeners. The important thing about social media is that whenever people listen something good they immediately tell others about it. So the wave continues and artiste reaches to millions of people easily. There are amazingly talented artistes, but they do not have any exposure. Such people have started making their career out of these social platforms. I have used such singers in my songs. Harsh who sang with me in classmates – Yaariyaan and Sawar re, I found him on youtube. He has done a cover version of Laal Ishq and released it on youtube. I just fell in love with his voice, I contacted him and he has been singing for me.

Talent Hunt shows and singing Reality shows have booming in the past decade. Do they help you as a music director?

It helps me immensely. I like to do different experiments in terms of my sound. I like use different new voices and textures. Pyarwali love story had a Qawwali. I used Divya Kumar and Ronkini. Divya was not that much famous but still I used him; Ronkini performs with Rahman for his stage shows. She has a fantastic voice quality. I also introduced Kirti Killedar.

Today’s generation is very impatient and wants quick results. These people will listen to the sound which appeals to them, and which is at par with Hindi or western style. Why they should listen to Marathi when they can hear world music easily and they can relate with this sound. We have to keep ourselves upgraded, we have to see what is happening in Hindi and other regional industry. Youth will never listen to something which is already old.

What will be your advice to the new aspiring singers?

I will say just keep doing your riyaz. There is no music without riyaz. You voice will shine only when you have polished it with riyaz. Keep listening to every genre of music. Now competition is very tough. If you look from a music directors’ perspective, I am renting the studio, I m renting the technicians, so for me recording cannot be delayed. Singer has to have that grasping power of understand the music and sing it accordingly. It is not only about understanding nuisances of music. You have to be sharp in every aspect. Also, you need to respect your singing; this is your work, not just a step to achieve fame and money.

Let me narrate you an incident. We recently recorded a song with Anand Shinde and Adarsh Shinde. For the first time, this father-son duo will be singing together. Before recording Anand Shinde removed his footwear, touched the entrance of the studio and then entered. This was such a humbling experience for all of us. Anand Shinde is a legendary singer and he has recorded so many songs, yet he has this kind of respect for the music. It took him less than half an hour to record the song with various takes. He still does riyaz everyday and he respects his profession.

Tell us about your forthcoming Releases.

My next release will be Bandh Nylonche starring Subodh Bhave, Mahesh Manjrekar and Shruti Marathe. This film is being directed by Jatin Wagle who has earlier directed Chakwa. He is making a film after so many years. This has a very different concept and for the first time audience will see a completely different Mahesh Manjrekar. I have done all the songs for this film.

Does it make a difference when you are working on an entire album or doing one or two songs in the album?

Ans: The difference is in the sound. Every music director has his own flavor altogether. If you listen to various music directors, you will understand these differences. For example, Pankaj Padghan uses trumpet many times and I don’t like to use trumpet at all. There is nothing good or bad in this manner, it just changes the continuity of the sound. Sometimes, that is also very exciting. When two or more people work together experimentation happens easily.

Coming back to Tu Hi Re, which song you liked most?

I liked Sundara composed by Shashank Powar. Another song which is yet to be released is my personal favourite. It is a sad song sung by Adarsh Shinde. For this song, Sanjaydada told me that I am not composed before shooting. He wanted me to see the climax of the film during editing. While watching that footage, the tune came to my mind. Sanjaydada heard it, and passed it immediately. This song is very much close to my heart.

Amit, Thanks a lot for speaking with us. We wish you best luck for all your future projects.

Interview By : Nandini Desai

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Mrunal Jadhav, the cute sweet Rukmini from Lai Bhaari will be seen in Sanjay Jadhav’s latest Tu Hi Re. The film releases on 4 September all over Maharashtra.

Mrunal will be seen together with Swapnil Joshi, Sai Tamhankar and Tejaswini Pandit. Her cuteness and prompt dialogue delivery has already made her famous chaild artiste. Mrunal was earlier seen in Radha He Bawri, Court, Nagrik, Timepass2 and Hindi block buster Drishyam.

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• Movie : Tu Hi Re (2015)
• Producer : Mrudula Padval Oza, Sheetal Manere, Utpal Acharya, Ashish Wagh and Deepak Pandurang Rane
• Directer : Sanjay Jadhav
• Studio : Karan Entertainment, Indian Film Studios and Dreaming Twenty Four Seven Entertainment LLP
• Star Cast : Swapnil Joshi, Sai Tamhankar, Tejaswini Pandit, Sushant Shelar, Mrunal Jadhav
• Story : Manaswini Lata Ravindra
• Screenplay : Sanjay Jadhav
• Dialogues : Arvind Jagtap
• Music : Amitraj and Pankaj Padgham & Shashank Powar
• Lyrics :  Guru Thakur, Mandar Cholkar & Kunthinath Karke
• Singers : Anand Shinde
• Editors : Apurva Motiwale Sahai & Ashish Mhatre
• Art Director : Satish Chipkar
• Sound Design : Dinesh Uchil & Shantanu Akerkar
• Action : P.K Swain
• Costume Designer : Harshada Khanvilkar & Ashwini Kocharekar
• Choreography : Umesh Jadhav & Sujeeh Kumar
• Make Up : Subhash Shinde
• Visual Effects : Prasad Sutar
• Executive Producer : Prafull Salunke
• Co-Producer : Sanjay Ghodawat
• Genre  : Romantic
• Release Date : 4th Sept 2015

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Amit Raj’s new song- Tola Tola song deserves to be best in the album of Tu Hi Re. Beautiful romantic lyrics of Guru Thakur and silky voice of Bela and Amit has made this song an ultimate new age romantic song. Kudos to Guru Thakur for writing a romantic song without using any clichéd words and phrases. Mesmerizing song has been picturised on some beautiful locations, the cinematography is magical.

Sanjay Jadhav directed Tu Hi Re is a love triangle story of a man, his village wife and city based modern girlfriend.

The song is picturised on Swwapnil Joshi and Tejaswini Pandit. The couple seems to be falling in love with each other throughout the song. The various shots and collages are typical for any new romance. Tejaswini is suppose to be studying in a college (we sincerely pray to god that Swwapnil’s character is NOT a college student again!) Tejaswini looks glamorous diva in her short dresses and cute hair accessories. Her makeup styling has gone slightly overboard (seriously, those dark lipsticks for a bath-tub shot?)

As far as Swwapnil is concerned he is trying so hard to be Marathi SRK! SRK’s signature style of raising both hands slowly and then messing his own hair has been copied at least twice in the song. Though, SRK also stays fit and does not have a fat belly, just saying! The shot of throwing away those red chillies is fabulous and again reminds us SRK!

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Apparently product placements are the new trend in Marathi films. After watching numerous Hindi films advertising for various products, Marathi industry follows the same footprint. Tu Hi Re’s song Sundara is not just a song; it is an advertisement song for a certain talcum powder.

So, when the song starts this village belle is bathing in some water-tank. Yes, That’s Saie Tamhankar! She comes out of water and uses talcum powder. Now to be in sync with this product, the entire make-up and costumes are done in baby pink- which looks very creepy on Saie’s skin tone. Lipstick, bindi, blusher, nailpolish, saree- everything is in that pink shade.

The song seems to be introductory song of Saie’s character and resembles heavily with “Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’s” Manmohini- which was Aishwarya’s intro song in the film. However, Sundara lacks the grace and poise of Aishwarya and skillful choreography of Sanjay Leela Bhansali. This results in a pinky pinky Saie doing some random dance steps and playing with some kids at some desolate temple.

The song has vocals of Adarsh Shinde, and he has done a fantastic job, However, watching Saie in that pink half saree (where exactly Marathi girls wear these Sarees?) is just not very pleasant.

The film is one of the most anticipated movies in 2015, but we do hope that film lives to its expectations.

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A certain situation is very favorite among Tamil or Telugu filmmakers. The friends of hero and heroine are getting married, and during marriage ceremony hero and heroine start their own lovestory amongst the marriage ceremony. Gulabachi Kali from Tu Hi Re immediately reminds of this southern trend. The look of the song has unmistakable south Indian impression, still the song captures attention of the viewer with its foot tapping tune and amazing lyrics. The song stars Swwapnil Joshi and Tejaswini Pandit. Sanjay Jadhav who has given us hits like Duniyadari and Pyarwali Love story has directed this romantic saga.

The song has been sung by Urmila Dhangar, Vaishali Samant and Amit Raj. Music is by Ami t Raj and lyrics are by Guru Thakur. The song has been choreographed by Sujit Kumar and Umesh Jadhav. The song also features three singers in a cameo. While Tejaswini looks gorgeous in a white designer saree and diamond jewelry, Swwapnil has donned a Marathi feta along with blue kurta for his look.

The song has a lovely romantic feel to it, and conveys the brooding romance between Swwapnil and Tejaswini. The entire mood of the song is celebratory and surely this will be a hit song for wedding season.

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The trailer launch of Tu Hi Re was a glittering event. The Sanjay Jadhav directed romantic saga has Swapnil Joshi and Sai Tamhankar in leading roles. After delivering two hits like Duniyadari and Pyar wali love story, these two superstars will be seen together for the third time. Tejaswini Pandit is also part of the main starcast.

The event was attended by melee of stars from Marathi and Hindi film industry.

Watch : Tu Hi Re Trailer

The film releases on 4 September all over Maharashtra.

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