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  • NDTV Marathi Entertainment Awards to honour excellence in entertainment industry

    NDTV Marathi Entertainment Awards to honour excellence in entertainment industry

    MUMBAI: NDTV Marathi is stepping into the spotlight in a big way! The channel, known for its sharp political analysis and impactful journalism, has now ventured into the entertainment sphere with the launch of the NDTV Marathi Entertainment Awards. This new platform aims to recognise and honour outstanding contributions in Marathi cinema, television, and OTT.

    In just a year, NDTV Marathi has carved a significant niche in the Marathi media landscape with comprehensive election coverage and insightful political conclaves. Now, the channel is channelling its influence into a sector that captivates audiences with its storytelling and cultural richness.

    The NDTV Marathi Entertainment Awards 2025 will spotlight exceptional talent, celebrating artists, filmmakers, and content creators who are shaping Marathi entertainment. The awards will feature winners across three key segments: Jury Awards, Critics’ Awards, and Special Categories, ensuring fair and comprehensive recognition of talent and creativity.

    The awards jury is nothing short of power-packed, featuring industry veterans and creative masterminds including:

    ·  Advertising professional writer & director Bharat Dabholkar

    ·  Director, writer & producer Swapna Waghmare Joshi

    ·  UKP producer and Gravittus Foundation founder & president Usha Kakade

    ·  Planet Marathi Group founder & head Akshay Bardapurkar  

    ·  Ravan Future Productions producer, director & writer Abhijit Phanse

    ·  Film director & producer Aditya Sarpotdar

    ·  NDTV Marathi Rahul Ningappa Khichadi

    ·  Kamala Ankibhai Gowani Trust founder Nidarshana Ramesh Gowani  

    The awards will celebrate excellence across film, television, and digital content, recognising outstanding achievements in various categories. Honours for film and television include Best film, Best director, Best actor (male and female), Best supporting actor (male and female), Best story, Best screenplay, Best cinematography, Best editing, and Best art direction. Additionally, awards will be presented for Best TV show (fiction and non-fiction), Best series, Best music album, Best playback singer (male and female), and Best lyricist. The Critics’ Choice Awards will acknowledge exceptional work with accolades for Critics’ Award Best Film, Critics’ Award Best Actor and Actress, and Critics’ Award Best Director.

    NDTV Marathi is not just reporting culture it’s actively shaping it. NDTV Marathi executive editor Niyati Bohra highlighted the industry’s meteoric rise, stating: “The Marathi entertainment industry is on a remarkable rise. Known for its rich cultural heritage and compelling storytelling, Marathi cinema, television, and digital content have gained traction with audiences worldwide. As NDTV Marathi, we look to recognize the individuals driving this growth and shaping the future of Marathi entertainment.”

    NDTV Brand Studio revenue head Gaurav Dewani further underlined the significance of the initiative: “As NDTV expands its regional presence, the Marathi Entertainment Awards 2025 reflects our commitment to driving growth in the regional entertainment space. This initiative not only celebrates exceptional talent but also creates valuable opportunities for brands and stakeholders to connect with engaged local audiences, reinforcing NDTV’s leadership in delivering high-impact partnerships.”

    With a distinguished jury and extensive category list, the NDTV Marathi Entertainment Awards 2025 is set to become a landmark event, raising the bar for excellence in Marathi cinema, TV, and digital content. Expect glitz, glamour, and a celebration of culture like never before!

     

  • ZEE5 to foray into the horror-comedy genre with the upcoming original film Kakuda

    ZEE5 to foray into the horror-comedy genre with the upcoming original film Kakuda

    Mumbai: Prepare for a spine-chilling yet hilarious experience as ZEE5, India’s largest home-grown video streaming platform and a multilingual storyteller, announces its foray into the horror-comedy genre with the upcoming original film, ‘Kakuda’. Produced by RSVP and directed by the acclaimed filmmaker of successful titles like ‘Zombivili’ and ‘Munjya’, Aditya Sarpotdar, this film promises to be a laughter riot with a twist of fear. Starring the powerhouse trio of Riteish Deshmukh, Sonakshi Sinha, and Saqib Saleem, ‘Kakuda’ will soon premiere on ZEE5.

    ‘Kakuda’ is set in the village of Ratodi in Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura district. While Ratodi seems like any other village, it isn’t because of the curse inflicted upon it for years. Every house in the district has two similar-looking doors, one that is normal size and one which is smaller than the other. The film revolves around a peculiar ritual that demands the opening of the smaller door of each house every Tuesday at 7:15 PM sharp. Failure to comply with this rule invites the wrath of Kakuda, who punishes the man of the house. But who is Kakuda…Why does he punish the men in the village? How will the villagers get rid of the curse?  Beware! Ab Mard Khatre Me Hai!

    Based in the heartland, Kakuda is a horror comedy that will keep the audience intrigued, entertained and engrossed through its narrative. The movie will soon premiere on ZEE5 in Hindi.

    ZEE5 India chief business officer Manish Kalra stated, “At ZEE5, we take pride in consistently pushing the envelope and exploring uncharted territories to entertain our viewers. With our original film ‘Kakuda’, we are venturing into the realm of horror-comedy, a genre that resonates positively with the audience and aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering diverse and engaging content. Moreover, we are elated to have phenomenal talents like Sonakshi Sinha, Riteish Deshmukh, and Saqib Saleem leading this film. Known for their impeccable comic timing, this stellar ensemble and the thrilling narrative of ‘Kakuda’ will bring the genre to life. We hope that this movie will be appreciated and enjoyed by audiences across the country, further establishing ZEE5 as the ultimate destination for cutting-edge entertainment.”

    Ronnie Screwvala said, “We are thrilled to partner with ZEE5, India’s leading streaming platform, for our unique horror-comedy ‘Kakuda’ starring Ritesh Deshmukh, Sonakshi Sinha and Saqib Saleem. We are confident that ‘Kakuda’ will resonate with Indian audiences, given the exciting genre and our partnership with ZEE5 ensures that this story reaches millions of viewers, from the comfort of their homes.”

    “As a filmmaker and a fan of the horror-comedy genre, I find it incredibly fascinating to explore the delicate balance between fear and laughter. It’s a challenging task to make viewers simultaneously scared and amused, but with ‘Kakuda,’ I am confident that we have hit the right chord yet again,” said director Aditya Sarpotdar.

    He added, “I am thrilled to have worked with an exceptionally talented cast, including Riteish Deshmukh, Sonakshi Sinha, Saqib Saleem and Aasif Khan who have supported the narrative brilliantly by adding humour and emotions to the story. Their spotless comic timing and the way they portray genuine emotions have made my job as a director much easier. Together, we have crafted a unique and engaging story that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating every twist and turn. ‘Kakuda’ is an experience that will take the audience on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, and I am immensely grateful to ZEE5 for believing in my vision and providing me with the platform to bring this story to life. Can’t wait to drop the trailer of this film and see the reactions of the fans.”

    Fasten your seat belts and get comfy on your couches as ‘Kakuda’ premieres soon on ZEE5!

  • Marathi film Narbachi Waadi to compete at the 12th PIFF

    Marathi film Narbachi Waadi to compete at the 12th PIFF

    Mumbai: Marathi film Narbachi Waadi produced by Film Farm that received enormous critical acclaim and was a box office success, has been officially selected to compete at the upcoming 12th Pune International Film Festival (PIFF).

     

    The film is an adaption of the famous play, Shajjano Bagan by Manoj Mitra. The movie stars Dilip Prabhavalkar, Manoj Joshi, Kishori Shahane and is directed by Aditya Sarpotdar. The movie will be screened under the Marathi Feature Film competition section. Only seven movies have been selected in the Marathi feature competition.

     

    Talking about the selection of the movie at PIFF an elated Film Farm co-founder Kalyan Guha, said, “It’s a great honour for us as our first major Marathi feature film has been selected for screening at the prestigious Pune International Film Festival. It has been our endeavour to offer world class content in various fields of media and we will continue to do so.”

     

    The movie Narbachi Waadi, narrates the story of Narba, a simple man living in his wadi in Konkan and his struggle to reclaim his beloved piece of property. A gift from his ancestors, Narba nurtures this grove with love. One day a greedy landlord Rangarao eyes it and wants the wadi by hook or crook. But circumstances ensure that the Zamindar doesn’t get the land and he dies out of disappointment. Years later, his son tries fulfilling his late father’s wish of owning Narbachi Wadi.