• Movie : Vitti Dandu (2014)
• Director : Ganesh Kadam
• Producer : Leena Deore
• Writers : Vikas Kadam and Ganesh Kadam
• Cast : Dilip Prabhavalkar, Mrunal thakur, Ashok Samarth, Ravindra Mankani, Yateen Karyekar, Nishant bhavsar, Gowhar khan, Shubhankar Atre, Radhika Deore
• Music : Santosh Mulekar
• Genre : Period Drama/ Patriotism
• Review By : Keyur Seta

Rating: ***

Review:

The mention of Indian freedom fighters instantly brings to our minds those famous names that we have been studying since our school days. But there were lakhs of unknown individuals who made enormous sacrifices for our nation by happily bearing the atrocities of the British. Director Ganesh Kadam’s Vitti Dandu pays tribute to such unknown freedom fighters in a heartwarming manner. However, some obvious issues hamper the film from being more impressive.

The story takes place in 1947 in Morgaon, a remote village in Maharashtra. The place is so out of touch with the neighboring areas that it takes around a week for any news to reach there. Among the few hundred inhibitors of the village are Daji (Dilip Prabhavalkar) and his grandson Govind (Nishant Bhavsar). In spite of his son and daughter-in-law being killed by the British, Daji continues to respect them and, in fact, hates those who wish for an independent India.

In the midst of bearing insults and bullying from his fellow villagers, all of a sudden there comes a moment of huge threat for Daji and Govind. The twist is triggered by the ‘Vitti’ that is used in the game Vitti Dandu (Gilli Danda in Hindi). The story of Daji and Govind is narrated in 2014 by a grandfather (Ravindra Mankani) to his techno-savvy grandson (Shubhankar Atre) while highlighting the importance of being in touch with nature.

Vitti Dandu has a solid foundation of an interesting and intriguing storyline that consist a smart mixture of a grandfather-grandson relationship, freedom struggle and the dying sport of Vitti Dandu. The narration flow and the biggest twist in the tale are also handled maturely.

Kadam has succeeded in bringing alive the pre-independence era of freedom struggle with the scenes depicting patriotic vigor filling you with pride. It is after a long time that patriotism in a film has steered away from appearing fake. The bonding between the people of the village deserves special mention. The dig taken at technology-obsessed individuals who are out of touch with nature is also laudable.

However, the film stops itself from earning more brownie points due to some issues that cannot be ignored. Firstly, there is a big question mark in the main twist. There are logical errors in the second half too. But what hurts the film the most is the last ten minutes. The idea was to induce applause from the audience but that doesn’t happen due to silliness and over-ambition. They should have exploited the important plot twist of the finale in a more mature manner.

The cinematographer has succeeded in artistically capturing the beautiful locations. The background score is as per the need. From the songs, the theme ‘Vande Mataram’ is a powerful rendition which also suits the subject.

The performance area is a plus point. Dilip Prabhavalkar once again succeeds in perfectly getting into the skin of his character and getting every aspect of the character right. Considering he is doing it consistently since last few years shows the brilliance of this artist. Nishant Bhavsar provides a fine act in a difficult role.

Yatin Karyekar, as an elderly Muslim, and Mrunal Thakur are impressive too. The film is also well supported by Ashok Samarth, Vikas Kadam, Uday Deshmukh, Ravindra Mankani and Shubhankar Atre. The actors playing British officers don’t get much scope and appear out of place.

Overall:

Despite few issues, Vitti Dandu succeeds in being a moving saga that pays tribute to the many unknown freedom fighters.

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• Movie : Vitti Dandu
• Producer : Leena Deore
• Studio :Raj radha Movies
• Director : Ganesh Kadam
• Star Cast : Dilip Prabhavalkar, Mrunal thakur, Ashok Samarth, Ravindra Mankani, Yateen Karyekar, Nishant bhavsar, Gowhar khan, Shubhankar Atre, Radhika Deore
• Writter : Vikas Kadam
• Screenplay : Vikas Kadam
• Music : Santosh Mulekar
• Release Date : 21st November 2014
• Genre : Patriotic, Adventure, Drama, Musical, Sport

Story outline : This is the story about the triumph of love for the country over attachments for a loved one”. This story is about the relationship between grandfather and his grandson. And to our surprise this story is narrated to the Grandson (2014) by the Grandson (1947) who has now become Grandfather.

Morgaon, a laidback hamlet is the canvas of this story and the tale begins to unfold just six days before Independence. Communication during this time was equivalent to zero. Villagers used to receive News after 8-9days.
Story mainly revolves around Dajji (Dilip Prabhavalkar) and his grandson, Govind (Nishant Bhavsar). Also you will see Usman Chacha (Yatin Karyekar), Bappu Patil (Ashok Samarth), Sandhya (Mrunal thakur) and many more..
This story is narrated by Grandfather (Ravindra Mankani) to his grandson (Shubhankar Atre).
It is a well blended story. You will See Relationship, Love, Patriotism, Drama, Humor, Action.
Movie is been shot at a scenic location.
Songs will take you altogether on a different level.

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• Movie : Vitti Dandu
• Producer : Leena Deore
• Studio :Raj radha Movies
• Director : Ganesh Kadam
• Star Cast : Dilip Prabhavalkar, Mrunal thakur, Ashok Samarth, Ravindra Mankani, Yateen Karyekar, Nishant bhavsar, Gowhar khan, Shubhankar Atre, Radhika Deore
• Release Date : 21st November 2014

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Watch official theatrical trailer of upcoming Marathi film Vitti Dandu. Ajay Devgn would be venturing into Marathi Cinema with this film, Ajay Devgn’s production house will be be presenting a periodic drama film called ‘Vitti Dandu‘ which is slated to release by the end of the year.

Vitti Dandu is a periodic drama which revolves around the triumph of love for the country over attachments for a loved one, this story is about the relationship between a Grandfather and Grand Son and stars Dilip Prabhavalkar, Ravindra Mankani, Yatin Karyekar, Radhika Deore (child artist), Nishant Bhavsar (Child Artist), Shubhankar Aatre (Child Artist), Mrunal Thakur and Ashok Samarth.

The film is directed by Ganesh Kadam under the production name of Rajradha movies , music by Santosh Mulekar and is produced by Leena Deore

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Marathi cinema has creatively and successfully evolved over the years, and this is the first time that Ajay Devgn would be venturing into Marathi Cinema, Ajay Devgn’s production house will be be presenting a periodic drama film called ‘Vitti Dandu‘ which is slated to release by the end of the year.

The trailer of Vitti Dandu will also be attached to none other than the actors upcoming film Singham Returns, where the viewers would get a glimpse of the film for the very first time.

The marathi industry is poised to grow even further and what better way to be a part of this cinema now.

Vitti Dandu is a periodic drama which revolves around the triumph of love for the country over attachments for a loved one, this story is about the relationship between a Grandfather and Grand Son and stars Dilip Prabhavalkar, Ravindra Mankani, Yatin Karyekar, Radhika Deore (child artist), Nishant Bhavsar (Child Artist), Shubhankar Aatre (Child Artist), Mrunal Thakur and Ashok Samarth.

The film is directed by Ganesh Kadam under the production name of Rajradha movies , music by Santosh Mulekar and is produced by Leena Deore

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