Swapnil promises a musical year ahead

(Following interview is published in The Hitavada on 26th December 2007.)

“MY music is for my audience’s delight. I will continue to work with complete dedication and honesty to please them in the upcoming year,” promised noted musician and singer, Swapnil Bandodkar.
Swapnil, famous for his song ‘Radha Hi Bawari,’ was in Nagpur to perform at the “Athawanitil Gani” concert. He shared his views on light music, importance of classical base and current craze for reality shows with ‘The Hitavada’.
“Learning classical music from maestros like Suresh Wadkar and Pt Vasantrao Kulkarni was the turning point in my life,” said the young face of Marathi music industry about his early days.
“A good voice and basic understanding of music is a God gift. However, formal training and study of classical music make a perfect singer. It is equally important to tap the talent right from the childhood.”
Swapnil gives all credit for this to his parents. “Aai-Baba realised the singer in me and admitted me in a music class. Later on, I realised the importance of music in my life,” said Swapnil, who started learning music at the age of four. “Gradually, it became my passion and finally my life.”
“Learning classical music is like learning theorems and laws of music. After studying the basics, we can improvise further as per our creativity. Young singers are avoiding classical music these days and more inclined towards western music. But such ‘baseless’ music does not last for long,” says Swapnil.
When asked about reality talent hunts, he said “You may win a contest by receiving SMSs, but to remain in the race, study of music is must. Otherwise such singer’s craze is short-lived.”
Expressing reservations about SMS voting, he said sometimes, good talent remains ignored because of this mode. According to Swapnil, very few people know the technicalities of music while masses can be attracted by a good presentation. As a result, one who performs well may get more votes than the one who is a better singer.
On the other hand, Swapnil does not deny the importance of performance. “In today’s audio-visual media, music delights not only the ears but also eyes. Therefore, a graceful performance is also important. But ‘sur’ is eternal and the most important.”
Swapnil’s album, ‘Radha Hi Bawari’ has made him a busy star in the Marathi music industry. Currently, he is doing stage performances, Marathi films, and title tracks for TV channels.
“As a playback singer, I have lent my voice to about 60 Marathi films this year. The present era marks the golden days of Marathi cinema. We are producing good quality films, hence getting good music. Upcoming days are promising and we can expect a lot from the Marathi film industry,” said the young man who has also acted in the film, ‘Sawali.’
“It was the role of musician, so I did it. Currently, I want to concentrate only on music. So, no films, TV serials for now,” said Swapnil, who often receives offers for the big and small screen.
It is the tradition of Marathi artists to try their luck in Hindi. Swapnil too has sung for a few films including ‘Hanuman’, the first animation film of India. “It was a nice experience, but I am not planning any Hindi album in near future. We welcome the music and singers from other languages with great enthusiasm, but others are not as generous as the Maharashtrian audience.”
Besides music, Swapnil loves to enjoy long drives, sports and adventure activities. He reads novels and listens to old-time classical music during his free hours. When asked about his New Year resolution, he said, “I will continue to please my audience with my work. In the coming year, we are planning to launch ‘Radha Hi Bawari-II.’ Besides that, there are many new films, albums and stage shows scheduled.”
When asked about Nagpur, Swapnil said he was excited to perform here. Being a big lover of non-vegetarian food, Swapnil said, “I will definitely try some Saoji fare this time.”

For Prof Ram Shewalkar life is like Paaniyavari Makari

The following interview was appeared in The Hitavada on 5th December 2007. Prof Ram Shewalkar's autobiography Paniyawari Makari will be published on Dec 11 by President of India Pratibha Patil. This exclusive interview was taken by me when Prof Shewalkar was about to fly for Delhi.

“Books are the messengers; we must learn from them and assimilate the message they convey. After all, mere words are there in books, real meaning lies in life,” said Prof Ram Shewalkar while speaking to The Hitavada on his upcoming autobiography ‘Paaniyavari Makari.’ The autobiography is scheduled to be released at the hands of President of India Pratibha Patil at Rashtrapati Bhawan on December 11.

“Gone by years and accumulation of experience are like birthmarks, we hardly feel their presence, but they remain with us forever. After seven and a half decades of experience in life, it is now time to share these with my readers,” Shewalkar explained his motivation behind writing the autobiography. The literary maestro has authored hundreds of books and edited several of them, and gave expression to his views through a series of lectures. Then what makes him write a special autobiography? “What we write in books is indirect. It is not vivid. It may be phony sometimes. It may be divorced from reality to bring out the beauty in literature. However, autobiography is direct. It is an anthology of the events that made me think in a different way,” said Shewalkar, adding that his autobiography is about the uncommon things done by the common person. “There was no necessity for me to write the autobiography because I do not consider myself such an authority. People write autobiographies to confess their deeds, some for explaining their stand but I do not have anything to confess, neither have any controversy to explain. However, what I did, apart from a routine life as a teacher, as a professor and as a Principal is quoted there in my book. It is a story of a life lived strictly following the great principles,” said Shewalkar who is one of the important members of Acharya Kul; an organization that brought revolution in the educational field. “Joining Acharya Kul, in 1959, was a turning point in my life. It gave me a new perspective to look at life. It made me believe that completing a syllabus and giving good result is not the real and only duty of a teacher. Teacher is an artisan, who shapes the future of the nation. Today, these values and principles are hard to notice. Through the book, they will reappear in thinking process which may bring some good to education field,” he said while explaining the thought process behind his upcoming book. Today, neither teachers nor students are loyal to their profession which resulted in to the degradation in the standard of education. When one sees that even a highly literate person is not averse to indulging in anti-social activities, it poorly reflects on the quality of formal education. It is an indicator of the failure of formal education to mould responsible human beings. When his attention was drawn to Langston Huge’s quote, “To write about yourself, you should first be outside of yourself,” Shewalkar said, “I am impartial while writing, but not impassive. I do not write diary. So, the incidents in my autobiography are simply my remembrances. The incidents that gave me different way of thinking may be the inspiration for all. The literature will not only please but also teach.” The former President of Vidarbha Sahitya Sangh handled many aspects of literature including prose, poetry, criticism, narrative, and editorial writing. While spearheading Vidarbha Sahitya Sangh, Shewalkar started 85 new branches of the literary organisation. During his tenure, literary meets were organised in tribal areas like Aheri, Gadchiroli and Mehkar. He thinks that literature must reach up to the last man on the social ladder, which will enrich the society. When his attention was drawn to critics’ viewpoint that his literature was limited to criticism and study which is not creative writing, he humbly accepted the critics’ views. “I accept that there are very few novels, stories, poetry collections to my credit. But that alone is not the creative writing. Criticism, analytical study on some epic lets you re-live the original work. That brings real delight and new perspective to reading books. This is very much a creative writing which helps you understand the epic.” Shewalkar’s study on Sant Gyaneshwar received high acclaim from all over the literary field. “Instead of being involved in self-made literature, it gives me more pleasure to convey other great litterateurs’ works to the readers, he said, adding that the books edited by him have been acclaimed more than his own creations. During his 75 years long journey of life, Shewalkar successfully played many roles, including a teacher, a Principal, a leader, and a social worker. During this long and cherished journey, many disappointing moments also came as obstacles, but his positive vision and strong faith in God always gave him spiritual strength. “I am satisfied. I never ask for anything from the Almighty. He gave me a lot. Lot more than I deserve” says the man with smile. When asked about the name ‘Paaniyavari Makari’ of his autobiography, he said “It is an expression from Dnyaneshwari. It says that when a makari (crocodile) swims on water, the lines drawn by it disappear within moments. Human life is like that.”

Laksha: for all time

‘He was not for an age, but for all time’ said Ben Johnson once about the great William Shakespeare. It is possible for very few artists to remain for all time. Laxmikant Berde was one of those immortal figures who will be alive forever through billions of minds and hearts.
The name Laxmikant Berde virtually ruled over Marathi film industry for about two decades. Gifted with the wonderful timing of comedy, this vibrant artist performed all kinds of roles with the same excellence. Regrettably, he hardly got the roles fitting to his ability and talent.
In fact, Laxmikant confirmed his distinction through several serious roles but his typecasting in comic roles shackled him as a comedian. Born and brought up in small village of Kokan, Laxmikant was passionate about stage since his childhood. This passion drew him miles away to Mumbai where he joined ‘Sahitya Sangh.’ Laxmikant’s struggle was full of untiring hard work. He got his first break on commercial stage through the play ‘Tour tour’ that became a milestone in Marathi drama and granted Laxmikant a celebrity status. His ‘Shantecha Karta Chalu Ahe’, ‘Bighadale Swargache dar’, ‘Karti Chalu Ahe’ and many other plays also turned out to be super duper hits. Laxmikant’s dream run began with the grand success on stage and glorified when he entered the silver screen where he portrayed a middle class Marathi young man struggling for a job and a rented house in crowded Mumbai. He portrayed an innocent youth from smallest village of Maharashtra with tiny dreams in eyes. His characters, his talent, and his attachment to the common people made him one among each Marathi family. Laxmikant become Laksha of every Marathi heart.
Laksha’s genuine rule on Marathi film industry began when he paired with Mahesh Kothare. Mahesh was so much fascinated with his talent that he wrote many scripts just keeping Laxmikant in mind. All films by this duo were not only the commercial super-hits but also responsible for keeping Marathi film industry alive in those diverse circumstances when comedy was clutched in Dada Kondke’s duel meaning films and tragedies were out of Marathi film world.
Mahesh and Laksha’s pair gave milestone films like ‘Dhumdhadaka’, ‘Dhadakebaz’, ‘Thartharat’, ‘Maza Chhakula’, ‘Zapatlela’ and Laksha’s very last appearance ‘Pachhadlela.’ With classic filmmaker Sachin, Laksha shared screen in ‘Banvabanwee’, ‘Aytya Gharat Gharoba’ and many all time hits.
Performing art was a god gift for Laxmikant. His sense and timing of comedy was just perfect. Through his long career in drama, he acquired a special quality to grab the public attention within minutes. At one point, his craze was so captivating that a film like ‘Chal Re Laksha Mumbaila’ was produced to cash his popularity. Besides this, many scripts were written genuinely for him.
Meanwhile, Laxmikant and Ashok Saraf created a treasured legacy in the history of Marathi films. These two artists had an incomparable tuning but very few directors made a quality use of it. The Ashok-Laksha pair performed through more than 300 films among which many were mere droops. Whatsoever, their films made billions laugh forgetting all worries and stress.
While on the top of the Marathi world, Laxmikant received the offers from much vaunted bollywood filmmakers like Rajashri Production. In ‘Maine Pyar Kiya’, Laxmikant portrayed main supporting character of Salman Khan’s friend with excellence. Soon, he became the inseparable part of Rajashri films. In ‘Hum Aap Ke Hai Kaun’, Laxmikant got only a single serious scene in which he literally made everyone cry. His forte was to stun the audience at once while laughing but he hardly found such roles in films.
In ‘Ek Hota Vidushak’ written by legendary P L Deshpande, Laxmikant proved his acumen and received acclaim from all over. He expected State award for this film but his dream remained away from reality. Later, he worked extremely hard for ‘Manus’ which was again a strong disappointment for him as the film failed to accomplish his expectations. He was very much keen to do serious kinds of roles but was not fortunate enough to get them. He even planned for an autobiography written in Charley Chaplin’s manner.
In recent times, Laxmikant returned on stage with ‘Lele Viruddha Lele’ and ‘Sir Ale Dhawoon’ but his return was momentary as the destiny was planning for the worst. One who used to bring smiles on weeping faces at once left all of us lamenting and passed away due to serious kidney failure. His demise was a shock not only for his fans but also for his industry as this herald of happiness never let anyone know about the gravity of his illness.
Laksha made his final exit on 16 December 2004, three years before but it is hard to believe even today that he is not with us. Even after three decades and three centuries, his remembrances would remain vivid as ‘Laksha was not for an age, but for all time.’

Advancing the Legacy...

(Following Article is actually an interview of Famous young Indian Classical Singer Rahul Deshpande. I done this interview on Saturday 24th of November 2007 when Rahul was in Nagpur for his live performance. The interview is pre-published in The Hitavada.)

HISTORY of Indian classical music is incomplete without mentioning the name of the Late Dr Vasantrao Deshpande, the legendary singer, who won the hearts of one and all, specially Maharashtrians.
Now, Vasantrao’s grandson, Rahul, is following his grandpa’s footsteps, in a bid to fill the vacuum created.
Talking to ‘The Hitavada’, Rahul spoke at length on his grandfather, the present music scene, talent hunt shows on television etc.
When asked how it feels to be a grandson of one of the most respected music maestro, “Proud”, pat came a reply from Rahul.
Many critics and those who matter in the music world vouch that Rahul is a gifted singer with pleasant voice and an intimate sense of ‘Sur’, just like his grandfather. How does he feel about it?
“It does always feel good to get acclaim but I am nowhere in front of the legend,” said Rahul with humility.
Speaking about his childhood dream, Rahul said, “I did not want to be a singer though I started learning music at the age of six.”
“When I was 13 years old, my father brought Kumar Gandharva’s audio cassette. I was so fascinated with Kumarji’s music, I at once started taking music learning seriously.” But this doesn’t made him choose music as a means of earning his livelihood.
“I wanted to be a Chartered Accountant. I even completed Master degree in Commerce for this. But when I visited legendary P L Deshpande, I was completely changed,” said 28-year-old Rahul, recalling the turning point in his life.
“I told Bhai (P L Deshpande) that I want to make a career in accountancy and commerce. He asked, how many boards of CAs I saw on way to his house. I said, “many.” “And how many of singers?” he put a poser and said, “I want you to put up a board of singer.”
“Since then, I am into music,” said Rahul.
Rahul got formal training from Gangadharbuwa Pimpalkhare and Dr Madhusudan Patwardhan. His interest in Kumar Gandharva’s music brought him to Mukul Shivpura (Kumarji’s son) who still guides him.
Rahul believes that any kind of music gives pleasure. But classical music is here to stay, he said.
Today, young generation is attracted towards instant publicity platforms. But Rahul finds no potential in such talent hunts.
“When they say that your ‘sur’ was wrong today and you will make improvement till next week, I laugh at them. If improvement in ‘sur’ is possible within a week, there is no need for great musicians to dedicate their lifetime in practicing one Bandish and raag,” said Rahul admitting that real talent never remains unnoticed for long.
The classical music too had many changes since his grandfather’s age. The old time overnight ‘maifils’ are out of date. When asked about the changes in classical music, he said, “We have to accustom ourselves with the changes. Overnight maifils are practically impossible in today’s fast age.”
The ‘Gharana’ and ‘Guru-shishya’ tradition in classical music is hard to find now. However, according to Rahul, the gharana tradition restricts you to a typical type of singing. Like his grandfather, he too is interested in handling all aspects of music. With classical Raagdari, he sings ghazals, bhakti sangeet and semi-classical songs. Through hundreds of stage performances all over the world and several audio cassettes and CDs to his credit, Rahul’s voice is catching attention of every music lover. Through his regular appearances on Marathi television channels like ETV, Me Marathi and Sahyandri, Rahul is reaching to every Marathi house. The talented artist received many honours including Rasikagrani Dattopant Deshpande Award in Sawai Gandharva Music Fest and Sudhir Phadke award for glorious achievement in young age. Besides music, Rahul is interested in adventurous activities like trekking and driving. He is a good player of tennis.
When asked about future plans, Rahul said that he is concentrating only on his classical performances. He received several proposals from Marathi films but he is not interested in acting. His grandfather performed through some Marathi films, “But I can’t do everything that grandpa has done. He was a legend,” says Rahul with a smile on his face. He is not even interested in performing through musical dramas like his
grandfather.
“In February, we will celebrate the 25th death anniversary of grandpa in a grand way by planning an international music festival. We will also organise a competition for budding singers and the winners will be imparted classical music training for free,” said the young man confidently.

Charudatta Aaphale: Shaping e-wings to Kirtan

(The following report is actually a story made by me for The Hitavada. It appeared in the cityline issue of this newspaper and the original story can be read by Clicking here. The report is written on the occasion of Rashtriya Kirtan Festival .held in Nagpur from 28th October to 3 November.)
Rashtriya Kirtan Festival .in Nagpur is receiving remarkable response from youth. But can you imagine a Kirtankar as a youth icon? One who delivers lengthy lectures on implausible Purana that can attract the Gen X like never before? Making this possible is revolutionary. But not for Charudatta Aaphale, a man committed to making revolutions.

Charudatta’s dedication to Rashtriya Kirtan made him the global ambassador of this unique art. Charudatta, better known as Aaphale Guruji among youths, has large number of followers all over the globe. Besides his popular fan club on youth’s heartbeat website Orkut, two other e-fan clubs on international-level are dedicated to him. All these fan clubs are moderated by the youths and almost all members of these fan clubs are from young intellectual brigade of World Wide Web. Moreover, Aaphale is probably the only Kirtankar whose Kirtans are available on You tubeand Google video. One can easily view and download the clippings from his famous kirtans after a simple web search. Marathi Mandal of Australia dedicated a special webpage to him as well as a group of NRIs from USA run another e-fans club of the kirtan icon. What qualities have drawn together a universal prop up for the man? Charudatta is representative of generation next of Rashtriya Kirtan. The art of kirtan is an ancestral gift to him as his father, Govindswami Aaphale was the pioneer of Rashtriya Kirtan. Charudatta is trained under the legendary kirtankars Dholebuwa, Ghagbuwa and Sundarbuwa Marathe. During the last 20 years of his kirtan career, Charudatta has been traveling all over the country as well as abroad and has conducted over 4,500 kirtan programmes. Most renowned cassettes industries like ‘Venus’, ‘Alurkar’, ‘Zapata’ and ‘Varadhast’ have produced numerous cassettes and CDs of Charudatta, religious as well as dedicated to martyrs of Indian freedom struggle. His kirtan on Swatantryaveer Savarkar is most famous as it is full of positive aggression and groundbreaking thoughts. It’s available on You Tube as one of his disciples from USA, Guruprasad uploaded it for all. Charudatta’s attachment with youth also reveals through his work from the development of kirtan as an art. He imparts training to the students of kirtan through Kirtan-kul. Kirtan is known as blending of all 64 arts mentioned in Indian culture. Charudatta also excels in many arts among these. Besides performing kirtans, Aaphale is one of the best actors on Marathi stage. His forte is musical dramas and his excellent acting skills enabled him to enact most of the pivotal characters in Indian mythology. King Dushyant, Devarshi Narad, Saint Chokhamela, Lord Shrikrishna plus many other contemporary characters like Gangadharbuwa, Nilobarai and Khansaheb. For his outstanding performances, he has been proud recipient of Akhil Bharatiya Natya Parishad Award for consecutive three years. In a documentary on Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj, Charudatta played a key-role of legend of Marathi musical stage, Balgandharva. In a National Award winning documentary on Balgandharva, he played the real life male individual as well as the female characters portrayed by Balgandharva. He also portrayed Saint Gyaneshwar in a documentary on Saint Namdeo. On the occasion of birth centenary of another illustrious singer, actor Master Deenanath - Charudatta staged the late actor’s epic play ‘Ranadundubhi’ in which he portrayed the lead female character. Charudatta is a talented student and analyst of the Natya Sangeet and Indian Classical music. Through his stage shows and television appearances, his singing talent is well admired. Besides all this, his poetry singing has also gained tremendous popularity. His famous “Jay Mrityunjay” on the life of Swatantryaveer Savarkar comprised 40 songs composed and sung by him and has completed 50 shows till date. Through his Kirtans, Aaphale Guruji conveyed the message for all-round development of nation. His views are vivid, words are straightforward and intention is a strong youth. About 40-year old Kirtankar wishes for a strong, independent and confident youth, all set to fly high with firm bonding with the cultural and religious foundation of India. Today’s youth is inspired by his overall appearance and his devotion to the empowerment of the nation. That is why he is globally acclaimed and become the first ever e-kirtankar of India. Through his e-appearances, Aaphale Guruji is shaping the global wings for the divine eagle of Rashtriya Kirtan. So, if you missed his today’s Kirtan from the Mahotsava, don’t be upset. Just log on to ‘You Tube’ and hit the search-box for today’s Kirtan.

On leaving home…

Since I was doing my graduation, I was preparing for this. It was 27th April of year 2007 when I was in Nagpur to face my first interview for job. It was for The Hitavada. Mr. Vijay Phanshikar, Editor of The Hitavada held my interview. I was so keen to join the job, that when he asked me whether I am ready to join from 1st may, just 3 days after my interview, I said “Yes Sir, I can!”
But the destiny’s arrangement was poles apart. It took two and a half month for me to get appointment letter. Meanwhile, I got my BA final result which was fairly promising. I resolute to utilize these days for my own mental and personality built up. My blogs started between these days, my study regarding literature for post graduation began and I was waiting badly for the result from The Hitavada. One week after my result when I was quiet optimistic about the appointment letter, dad told me to get admission in college for further studies as mere wait was slavish act. The study of Law became my next goal and I reached Law College for admission. It wasn’t that difficult to get admission in Law College as my percentage was enough for spot admission. So, the authorities asked me to fill up the form and fees for the first semester. I submitted the form on 29th June but can’t pay the money as the clerk was not present. It went on 1st July and non stop raining forbidden me to get out of the house on that day. So it went on 3rd of July. This time it was fixed. It was Ganesh Chaturthi; the pious day. I was fully prepared. The money was with me; but I was not willing to pay it in the college. One ray of hope was present about the journalism job. I passed a long time. And finally when it was 11.30, I was tying my shoe-lace, the cell phone rang.
“Hello…”
“Is this Chaitanya Deshpande?”
“Yes!”
“I’m Alok Tiwari from Hitavada press. Your appointment letter is ready. You can come and get it today.”
“I am in Yavatmal now…” I don’t know how I was feeling, but still I said.
“No problem, you can come tomorrow. After ten thirty and receive the letter. “
“I’ll come tomorrow …” I think I was about to ask something when the call ended from either side. With my half-tied shoe-less I just relaxed on the chair. The call was echoing in my ears. This is the thing for which I was waiting since two and half months! Finally, it was all set to leave home. Everyone was happy for me. I remembered quotes from many of my relatives, friends and teachers,
“There is nothing in this small town. We have careers in metros!”
“Once you leave home, you will prosper like anything!”
“You have career in creativity; you can’t get the job of your kind here! Just leave home.”
And finally,
“I’m Alok Tiwari from Hitavada press. Your appointment letter is ready. You can come and catch it today.”
….
On 4th July, I was in Hitavada office with one friend. I got the official appointment letter. Some clerk told me to meet Alok Tiwari sir for further proceedings. Then I realize who the man was…
He was the second head of editorial department; Executive Editor of the Hitavada, Mr. Alok Tiwari.
…

The novel anticipation is building.

With the result of Matriculation Examinations, the new glitter can be easily noticed among number of eyes around me. Girls, riding on moped at once became somewhat proud about the unknown excitement. Guys are riding little rapidity with musical horns to celebrate the success. All this magic is due to the anticipation of Novel College Life. The proud girls, celebrating guys and college campus full of new colors remembered me my entry in college. The year passed was my last year in college, so the emotions gathered with more intensity. Well, my start of college-life was not so exciting and charming as compared to these guys and gals.

I passed my matriculation with seventy percent of marks and was planning to join Arts stream for my higher secondary exam. But, many of my family members and teachers insisted for the science stream. The discussion cum debate was very long and finally, we decided to choose science field for my 12th class. It was nothing wrong with me, because I was interested in science field too. The only enemy of mine was the ‘Algebra.’ I was very much weak in the numerical problems and equations. My maternal uncle’s friend was well known mathematics teacher in the town who assured me that he will manage my Algebra problems and I can easily get rid of this ghost. He gave me the list of well-known tuition teachers for other subjects like Biology and Physics; and finally I was ready to be a science student. But this process took a long time and the form submission date for science stream was gone off. This was really shocking for me, as I was mentally prepared for Science now. The efforts for my admission began when science stream Junior colleges were ready to hold the classes. I was very much late, but with the help of my uncle and his friends, finally got one seat in Anglo-Hindi Junior College. The final obstacle was overcome by my father who paid two thousand rupees as donation. I was the one unfortunate guy who scored seventy percent, still admitted by submitting the donation. This was really a pain for me and this process; all these actions gave birth to the anti-science stream mind in me. Finally though I was in the science stream, I was not at all happy with my uncle and his friend because they were those who insisted for the science stream and because of them, my father have to pay the donation amount. So, I rejected to join my uncle’s friend’s tuition and never went to the list of teachers provided by him, which was my next adverse action. All these actions result in many ill-fated results in future; which I will share some other day. But today, it’s about my entry in Junior college, which was not that much exciting and promising.

Anyways, my young friends are entering in the new life and I wish them all the best and hope every success for them.

Blessed By the Icon...

(On President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam's visit to Yavatmal on 15th of June 2007)

“I work for Strength, Respect and Piece.” The missile man’s response to the question of Yavatmal youth about the idea following the missile mutiny… and finally the excited, power-packed and pleased youth of Yavatmal celebrating the President’s first ever visit to the city.
His Excellency was here to celebrate the golden jubilee year of the famous Amolakchand Mahavidyalaya. Accompanied by CM Vilas Rao Deshmukh and MP Vijay Darda; Mr. President addressed the youth of Yavatmal. His twelve minute long speech was full of optimistic notes about the responsibilities of Indian Youth. Technology, science and role of teachers in new era of education were the foremost points in his speech. With the use of technology and internet in education, the value of teachers also raises as they are supposed to provide enriched perspective to the students. Students also work for an exacting objective in order to enhance the social and economical status of the nation. They must accept the new challenges and face the problems taking calculated risks. Finally, he gave the ten point pledge to all the youth in the campus. The implementation of each oath results in "Individual Development Leading to the National Development"
The whole environment was fabulous when His highness called for the questions from the students. The short but sweet discussion covered many important issues including role of India in Global Warming, the missiles for piece and respect and Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam in person. When asked to choose from the President, Scientist, and professor; his highness selected the term ‘Professor’ as best for himself. On the issue of global Warming, he asked everyone to plant and grow at least one tree a year. Finally, he conveyed his website’s address to all the students who left behind unanswered.
Whole program was right on the clock and Dr. Kalam departed on 11.50. Thousands of students, teachers and citizen waved hands and send off to the most beloved president of India. Students were fully charged after the ten point pledge and the inspiring speech from the President. Though, the authorities tried their level best to arrange the flawless celebration; few people having the legal invitation cards with them, were prohibited by police to enter the venue. Though, the natural rain was not there and the sky was fairly clear; unfortunately the venue roof was splintered and the yesterday’s rainwater was sprinkled over all public which created some snag as well as humor.
Finally, President was here for forty minutes but he gave the lifetime experience to Yavatmal public. Everyone was leaving the venue thanking Mr. Vijay Darda for the Hercules task of bringing President on city’s visit. His Excellency wished all the best to the youth of Yavatmal and honored the progress of Amolakchand Mahavidyalaya by which everyone was feeling blessed by the youth Icon of India.

- Chaitanya S Deshpande
- Yavatmal.
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The promos of Himesh’s debut film “Aap Ka Suroor” are on the fire and the tunes from the film are catching music-lover’s lips. Actually, Himesh tunes capable to catch anyone’s attraction; never mind, positively or negatively; whatever may be the reason, but his songs are rocking and leading the lists. We must accept that Himesh innovated new era in Bollywood music and he is running the magic single handedly. Before few years, when Bappi Da was ruling like Himesh, the same thoughts were expressed by the people, that Bappi’s music is not long lasting, his sound; his pronunciation is not proper, his tunes lack the melody and will be out of sight within few days. But today, Bappi Da is a legend, and everyone including Indian Classical singers praises his talent. The same thing may apply in Himesh’s case. His voice, nasal pronunciations, high notes, everything was the subject of ridicule for most of the singers and music directors when he launched his first song. Even when his album was in the market, most of the music critics rated it as a one time magic. But all these things were away from reality. His album destroyed all records and a large mob became Himesh fans. He was popular among overseas too due to frequent use of western instruments and electronic sound blows in his songs. Then Himesh era began and his appearance was compulsory in every Masala film of bollywood.

Now, if you ask any music director, or legend in Indian Film Music, he/she will definitely praise Himesh’s style. All criticism and odds are destructed by Himesh’s success. But he was successful not only because he invented rocking tunes but his romantic, slow tunes even are more effective than that of his fast songs. There is one special misery in his sad songs. I remember people enjoyed a lot the sad songs of Kishor Da and Rafi Sahab, and it won’t be exaggeration if I would say that after these two legends, people enjoyed only Himesh especially for sad songs. There is uniqueness in his tunes, even the words themselves feel free to ride on his tunes. That’s why people use to recite full songs in few hearings. He is professional, he is sensible, he is hearty person. I am damn sure that his film is going to be the greatest blockbuster in bollywood and would find the place with Sholey, Kaho Na Pyar Hai and DDLJ like films.

It’s not just the miracle of destiny. There is something in his tunes. His soul involvement, his passion and his faith reflects in his songs. No wonder if Himesh is considered as today’s sensation and tomorrows legend in music industry. He has got public’s point and he is ruling over the music industry of bollywood. Himesh Rocks!
-Chaitanya S Deshpande.

On "Rutu Sparsha"...

Perpetual Literature stands for Nature.

“Instead of turning unaided facing nature’s zeal, just give up and have the flavor, but while experiencing the excitement, try not to involve in the phony proposes given by maudlin dreams of the season as these assaults of the season are accustomed with time. Time never surrenders to the feathery rule of season. Seasons can influence a moment or a span, but when time comes, season also compelled to leave. They belong to no one. Not even to themselves. Season is a sweet dream of Nature. ”

These are the opening lines of Shyam Pethkar’s “Rutu Sparsha”; the outstanding anthology of fictional pieces subject to the mixture of various essences of nature, for this book shows Shyam Pethkar at his very best – a veritable paean of praise for the beauty and bounty of nature, unsullied by any worry or care.It’s about all petals of bloom of nature. Not only the seasonal makeover of nature, but also its effects on perceptive human hearts have been revealed with excellence by the writer.

“Rutu Sparsha" is a lifetime experience of an observant, sensitive, and accomplished writer which provides the same to the readers having living and feeling hearts inside their bodies. It forms an influence which makes you think regarding what you are trailing while struggling to gain the worldly triumphs.Right from the origin of ancient civilization in India, we are strongly attached with nature. Our culture and customs came into existence regarding the Nature’s mood. With the progress of bits and pieces, regrettably we are forgetting that we are also the element of Nature. This work exposes melancholy of present Indian urban working youth, which is moved to the town from countryside only for their bread and butter and strongly miss the natural gloom under which they developed. The town life is unable to idolize various figures of nature and this made them homesick. But, this is not only about the nostalgia of town life. It’s a worth praising expression of nature’s magnificence and mastery over human conducts and culture. It confirms the spiritual association of nature to human sensitivity. That’s what our Vedas and Upanishads do.

"The excellence of every art is its intensity, capable of making all disagreeable evaporate from their being in close relationship with Beauty and Truth." This is John Keats’s quote and ideal for the fineness of “Rutu Sparsha.” While experiencing this piece of literature, we realize ourselves as an inseparable part of nature and this feeling bound us to believe that this world belongs to me. This book lifts us right from the countryside to the “Citizenship of World.” We conclude while confessing nature’s supremacy over us and bow in front of Almighty Nature.

"The foam frilled waves,
The deep dark caves,
The success smiles
andFailure weeps
The music of dawn
The evening song
The huge skykissing,
Mountain tips.
The joy of love
The cry ofdeath
The strong atheism
And super-strong faith
Everysatisfaction and every pain
Every fragment of every grain
Every drop offalling rain
andEvery word from poetic brain
All belong toyou.
My heart,
My mind,
My life
My soul… Too.

“Rutu Sparsha” is a Perpetual Literature.

I’m PS Crazy!

“Sony Launches PS3 in India.”
The news began the new sensation in the world of TV and online Gaming. All the PS Crazy people like me are exited to experience the class of PS3. It will show us the never before reality graphics, great surroundings, lively sound effects and will provide the brand new gaming experience. Though, it is launched in India, it will take a long to reach in my town. Till then, all PS lovers like me are waiting disparately for the new creation. But this launch of PS3 recalled all the memories of PlayStation; right from PS1. I lost in past with all those unforgettable actions with these ancestors of PlayStation.
We used to play Video Games those days. I was in 7th or 8th class, when I acquire skill in this business. Almost everyone in my friend circle had his own TV Game and we used to argue on whose Game is best. But we were not extreme about the TV games like today’s youngsters. Our ‘time to play the game’ was the noon time; most prominently the summer noon as we can’t play on ground due to scorching heat. Today, when I see the school goers busy with TV Games in the evening time, I feel pity over them. They are missing such a precious experience of playing on ground due to there thoughtless passion for PlayStations and other TV Games. But on the other hand, I feel pity on my seniors too. Many friends of my age and almost all my elder ones were away from PS when they were young. Most of them were told when they were in college that these games are for kids and not for the college going youth. Many of them were not ready to accept this new type of gaming as they were more familiar with the sports they were playing at that time. Whatever may be the reason, I consider those who never experienced PS as unfortunates. They lost the grand pleasure in their life. Because PS, if enjoyed in intended manner helps to enhance your knowledge, concentration, creativity and sportsman spirit. It provides you a new charm and refreshment and makes you ready to accept new challenges in life. So, I consider myself a lucky person who enjoyed ground as well as PS; both with full delight.
My introduction to PS One was quite like a step forward. We enjoyed the Video games a lot till three four years and many games were fully mastered by us. I was in 11th class at that time and was happy with PC games when one of my friends brought PS One. It was amazing to watch the graphics and effects even better than PC graphics on simple TV. The PS joystick was easy to handle and it was a different experience to play PS. My first game on PS1 was ‘Xena - The Worrier Princess.’ Whenever I got time, I used to try hands on various challenges in ‘Xena.’ The skill of throwing the weapon on target was fairly acquired by me due to regular practice. But Xena was a only ‘one player’ compatible game. Though, it was a great pleasure to complete various stages of this difficult feeling game, it wasn’t always possible to share the charm with friends. So, the ‘Tekken’ and ‘Smack Down’ Era began. Both these games were mastered by me within few days. Though I was not unconquerable like some other friends in my group, I was a good player of both these games. After these three games, I tried my hand in so many games, but unfortunately I was unable to achieve the top in any other game accept these three. I don’t know why, may be due to the fear of failure; but I never liked the games like car race, bike race and gothic missions like ‘Fatal Frame’ and ‘Alone in the Dark.’ Even I never played the games like ‘James Bond 007’ and ‘Matrix’ as I was a big loser in these games.
Well, I was not the biggest loser. It may be possible for me to attain the respect in these games too, but the arrival of PS2 stopped the mission PS1 for me. News about PS2 launch was on Internet and in newspapers like today’s PS3s’, when we arranged the PS2. The graphics were almost like 3D. Even the PC with high end graphics card was unable to show such quality graphics. My favorite mission in PS2 is ‘Onimusha.’ This is not just the game for me. The second part of this game, ‘Samurai’s Destiny’ is I think the best part of the game. Not only the graphics and sounds but the storyline, the characters, emotions, all are of high quality. I was so much influenced by the story of ‘Samurai’s Destiny’ right from the moment I start playing this game. It was nothing but the influence of ‘Onimusha 2’ under which I wrote my first ever series for kids in Marathi Daily ‘Tarun Bharat.’ My story ‘Mahan-Vijay’ was indeed an Indian avatar of this Japanese story. It appeared through the ‘Spandan’ supplement of ‘Tarun Bharat’ regularly till 18 months. In this way this game gave me fame and money besides pleasure and attentiveness.
The missions like ‘Onimusha’ enhanced the creativity, alertness and memory, while the combats like ‘Tekken 5’ and ‘Smack Down – Here Comes the Pain’ awarded the sportsman spirit and self confidence. Like PS1, my first choice in PS2 was none other than ‘Smack Down.’ Actually ‘Here Comes the Pain’ edition of Smack Down is all time favorite edition of most of the players. After this edition, two next generation games were released but the magic of ‘Here Comes the Pain’ is still spanking new. Even today, whenever I got the time, I choose this very game to refresh my mind. Nowadays, time and workload hardly permits most of us to enjoy PS for a long time like old days. But this doesn’t make me sad at all because we enjoyed the magic and ruled on this digital kingdom for quite a long time.
Though, as we know, a kid dwells in every grown up person; I am waiting for newest member of PS family. The online gaming is a stream open for all age groups and the magic of Broadband is spreading rapidly all over. These two events are innovating the new era in gaming. I am waiting for this new taste as I am a PS crazy right from childhood.

‘May’ will make you “Music Crazy!!”

May bring the Mania!

Usually Month of May is Summer Vacation period for all Indians. Most of the people enjoy holidays with cold stuffs. Especially, the scorching sun in central India never allows people here to work restlessly for full day as a result of which, May is considered as a month of inactiveness and lethargy.

But the Year 2007 may be the exception! This year, May celebrates its grand entrance with not one, not two but three national music talent hunt reality based shows. All set for set India’s Indian Idol III. Zee is turning into a battlefield for the musical combat called as ‘Musical World War I.’ and finally, Star TV also launching the long awaited ‘Star Voice of India’ right in this month. May is the beginning of year’s Music Mania.

Music is passion for common middle class India after cricket. Importantly, after the disappointing world cup, ended with Australian domination, we were desperately waiting for a change. And the change is brought to us by May! Actually, May is the month of blossom and spring in Europe; so, its here with the gift of Musical Blossom for all. Indian Idol; the most beloved reality show in India is back with its third season. Udit Narayan, Alisha Chinoy and Javed Akhtar with the experienced attendance of Annu Malik will search for the third Indian Idol. Honestly, Sandeep Acharya; the second Indian Idol and his entire team of second season was little impressive as compared to the first batch of Indian Idol. So, judges had to work hard this year in order to elect the impressive troop.

Hard work of selecting singers is initially over for the musical mentors of Zee TV’s ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa challenge 2007 as all four music directors successfully elected the best talent not only from Indian subcontinent but also from England, America, South Africa and Dubai. As per the popular format of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, there will be four Musical legacies with six contestants in each. Last year’s victorious mentor Ismail Darbar and Rocking Himesh Reshammiya will celebrate their second successive year with this reality show. Though, people will miss Adesh Shrivastav and Jatin-Lalit this year, they will be replaced by All time favorite Bappi Daa and famous duo Vishal and Shekar. And for the fans of Adesh and Jatin-Lalit, there is no need to be disappointed as these two will appear on Star TV’s ‘Star Voice of India’ from 18th of May.

‘Star Voice of India’ is actually based the basic concept of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa invented by Gajendra Singh. The recent conflicts between Zee TV and Gajendra Singh; one of the oldest associate with Zee Television results in Singh’s new contract with Star Group. The earlier reincarnation of ‘Antakshari’ on Star One was the beginning of this new alliance. The next and vital step is ‘Star Voice of India.’ In this reality show, there will be three teams of judges; made up of one renowned singer and music director each; would take 24 budding singers under their wing and be their guiding light. Abhijit and Alka Yagnik; former judges in ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Little Champs’ will join Adesh Shrivastava and Jatin-Lalit; former mentors in ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge 2005.’ The Show will be hosted by Shaan, who hosted last years ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’ and ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Little Champs;’ all with Zee TV.

The Heat is on –
The confusion and conflict is not over yet. The competition in this field of music is resulting in the conflict between father and son. Aditya Udit Narayan is the host of ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2007’ whose father will judge the ‘Indian Idol 2007.’ Finally, behind the ‘Star Voice’, ‘Idol’, and ‘Musical World War’, the original war is between the TV Channels. Star, Sony, and Zee; the three milestones in the business will be in the ring as a ‘triple treat’ for the viewers. The comparisons, comments, controversies and conflicts will now form the impact. We witnessed the same type of competition when Star TV created KBC’s first season with Big B. Today, hardly someone may remind the names like ‘Sawal Das Karod Ka’ and ‘Chhappar Faad ke.’ Probably, the theory of ‘survival of fittest’ is applicable to this business also; but we must accept the fact that ‘Anything Can Happen in love and war’ and this competition is love towards music and war between the milestones. Though, the controversy regarding the future of the winners of these types of hunts is still there and will be there, we have to keep our fingers crossed as we are going to get not one, not two but three outstanding singers at the end of the season. The heat is on.

Do we enjoy them at each other's throats?-
From the start of ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’; the concept of ‘war’ between the Gurus also started. The successful music directors actually quarreling for the sake of their contestants, using the language that has to be beeped on TV, are the common incidents during this show. This conflict made the show popular than that of Indian Idol. The controversial statements, the arguments then became the part of the show. Abhijeet’s rivalry with Alka Yagnik during ‘Little Champs’ was the reason for many people to watch the show. Even the channel made publicity of quarrels between these two through the clippings. Himesh and Ismail Darbar’s conflict, Himesh crying over the issue of his contestant’s loss, these types of issues deliberately created to gather the cheap publicity. In ‘Indian Idol’; judges denied the public opinion which created drama of Amey Datey last year. In Sa Re Ga Ma Pa challenge, the votes from Assam, and Arunachal made Debojit victorious, though he was not that promising touch in voice. Public submits SMS’s under the influence of regionalism, language, or any event took place regarding personal or communal comments. So, original talent may be ignored. But we enjoy the controversy. We enjoy the quarrel and the fuming comments from judge’s desk. Do we watch the talent hunt to see our favorite singer or composer using unfair language and quarreling with our another favorite? Anyways, good or bad, happy or sad; the shows are coming to us and we must thank the month of May for bringing out the right of selection.

-Chaitanya S Deshpande.

On Movies, Music and Drama....

Movies –

I feel little bit lazy to go to the theatre and watch the movie. I don’t have a special choice in this field. Even I don’t have a favorite actor or actresses. I like to see Katrina Kaif, Kareina Kapoor and Sonali Bendre on screen, but not a dying fan of these divas. Moreover, I like Sanju Baba, Govinda, Akshay Kumar in a leading role. The character artists like Paresh Raval, Om Puri, Kader Khan, Sadashiv Amrapurkar, and the villains like late Amrish Puri, Gulshan Grover are the important personalities in Bollywood in my opinion. Among directors, I like Suraj Barjatiya and His production’s films like ‘Hum Aap Ke Hai Kaun’ and ‘Vivaha.’ I don’t like Karan Johar’s films that much, though he is doing great with his ‘cup of coffee.’ Anil Kapoor, Nana Patekar, Nasiruddin Shah, Hema Malini, Aamir Khan, Hritik Roshan are the gems in Bollywood. Amitabh Bachchan is the Lord of Bollywood. I don’t like and don’t want to talk about the ‘Khan’ reign. About comedy side, Johnny Liver, Paresh Raval, Govinda, Rajpal Yadav, Shakti Kapoor and Kader Khan are milestones. Priyadarshan; with his outstanding light comedy films forming the impact like Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s legendary creations such as ‘Golmal’, ‘Naram Garam’, and ‘Chupke Chupke.’ My hot favorite films are ‘Sarfarosh’, ‘Nayak’, ‘Vivaha’, and ‘China Gate.’ With all these, I must quote some names before concluding this section – Amol Palekar, Madhuri Dixit-Nene, Om Puri, Rima, Vikram Gokhale, Om Prakash and Mehmood.
Marathi Films –
Regarding Marathi Film industry, I think its going through the stage of renaissance. In the middle age (1970-90) the Marathi film industry was all about comedy films, and light hearted melodies. Dada Kondke’s duel meaning films reigned on Marathi Industry for some period. Then it went through the era of Mahesh Kothare and Sachin. This era was the golden period when Laxya and Ashok were the rulers of the Industry. Then the era of ‘Halad Kunku’ films was witnessed by this industry. But from last decade, most prominently from last five years, the new blood entered in Marathi Film Industry and the really beautiful films like ‘Shwas’ are being made. Professional standard also enhanced and can be noticed in the films like ‘Khabardar’, ‘Agabai Arechhya’, and ‘Pachadlela.’ Marathi Film Industry can never compete with Bolleywood or South Indian Film Industry, but it is developing as an independent kingdom from last few years. Off course, thanks to Govt. for providing funds to producers.
My all time favorite Marathi films are Mahesh Kothare and Sachin’s creations like Zapatlela, Navari Mile Navaryala, Dhadakebaaj, Banwa-banwee, and Atmavishvas. Ashok Saraf, late Laxmikant Berde, Sachin, Kishori Shahane, Nivedita Saraf, Ashvini Bhave, Dilip Prabhavalkar, Smita Talvalkar, are the great names in Marathi Industry.
English Films –
I hardly watch Hollywood films, so can’t write much about them. Science fictions and graphics used in Hollywood are mind blowing. The Hollywood films are made in order to form material impact while Bollywood films are emotional and sentimental. The huge creations, special effects, marvelous locations, camera works always make Hollywood film an interesting film. The war fictions are really incomparable and I used to watch the war fictions from Hollywood. Jurassic Park series is my favorite series from Hollywood. Angelina Jolly, Brad Pitt, and some professionally super hit actors are notable names in this Industry. ‘Titanic’ is the milestone in worldwide film industry for sure. Some Hollywood actresses and models are unbelievably beautiful for example the English Rose Kate Winslet. I must mention the name of former miss world Natalie Glebova as the word ‘Beauty’ came around.

Music –
Music is my passion and I love to enjoy almost every kind of music. My music interest can be seen right from Hindi Film Music, Indian Classical or Semi-classical Music, Marathi semi-classical songs, to the rocking English numbers. I like to here everyone at different times. My favorite male singer in Bolleywood is Udit Narayan and female is Kavita Krishnamurthy Subramaniyam. In Indian classical music, I must bow in front of Pt. Jeetendra Abhisheki, Pt. Ajit Kadkade, Pt. Jasraj, Pt. Bhimsen Joshi, Kishori Amonkar, and many more. In Marathi semi classical, Arun Datey is my favorite. In English, Shakira, Old time Jackson, Brian Adams, Ricky Martin and the one who made Triple H’s entrance theme are my favorite. In Gazal or Mausiki, Ghulam Ali and Talat Aziz are favorites. Mageshkar Legacy is god’s precious reward to the world. Lata Didi, Asha Ji, Hridaynathji, Ushaji, all these are the legends and I bow in front of these music milestones. Kishore Daa, Manna Dey, Mohd. Rafee, Mukesh all are the legends of Indian Music Industry. The film music is been prospering since last century and all legendary composers including Madan Mohan, O P Naiyyar, Shankar Jaikishan and Laxmikanth Pyarelal are the responsible hands who nourished the film music. Among today’s composers, I think A R Rahman is best, not only in bolleywood but also in the world. Ravindra Jain is the miracle of destiny and his lyrics and music is divine. Among new talent in singing, I like Shreya Ghoshal and KK. About the hot favorite guy of todays youth, Atif, I have one different opinion. I think one can find at least three Atifs in every gully of Karachi and Islamabad. About controversial, Himesh Reshammiya, I think his tunes are really sweet and enjoyment for common viewers. About his nasal singing, I think that’s his own style through which he expresses his emotions like no other can do! Before some years, Bappi Daa’s style of singing was appreciated by all, then why we can’t enjoy Himesh now? Few singers from talent hunt are also brilliant e.g. Abhijit Savant and Himani. But I hate Kazi Taukir, Amit Sana, Sandeep Acharya, Karunya, Debojeet, and all other minus as they lack versatility and originality.
Being a music lover, I like to enjoy all singers as everyone has its own tone here in Bolleywood. I must mention few names before I conclude. Suresh Vadkar, Alka Yagnik, Abhijeet, Kumar Sanu, Sonu Nigam, Shankar Mahadevan, Anuradha Paudval, Sunidhi Chauhan, Richa Sharma, Chitra, SP Balasubramaniyam(Real velvet Voice), Poornima (Voice with Nakhra), Kailash Kher and Sukhavinder.

Drama –
I am a stage performer and I would like to share my views about Marathi drama here as I am not that much familiar with English or Worldwide stage. I think, being an active part of stage since last ten years, I can analyze the drama as I know the plus points and limitations in it. Marathi Drama can be differentiated mainly into three streams; Professional Stage, Parallel Stage and Amateur Stage. Professionals are all about light hearted dramas, comedies and farces. They are doing the business for the sake of business. They never even hesitate to create and comment on Hindu Mythological characters. The professional stage has two levels. High level includes the standard dramas and well known drama groups e.g. ‘Suyog.’ The high level drama groups create standard Marathi Dramas. Prashant Damle, Vandana Gupte, Bharat Jadhao, Mohan Joshi belongs to this elite panel. The second level includes professional but not well settled drama groups who use cheap ways to earn money. High level professional drama is changing slightly as new subjects other that comedies are coming through them.
Now, the parallel stage; which is not that much wealthy as compared to professionals, but this is the group of real drama lovers. They always try new things and provide new options to professional stage. Actors in parallel stage can be successful on professional stage but the vise-versa is hardly possible.
The Amateur stage is living just because Govt. still organizes the State Level Drama Competitions. These people are free to do whatever they want! They can copy the professional stage and parallel stage with in their own style, they can make a drama without any newer facilities for the sake of old feel; they can choose the old time scripts and make them new, they can even break the rules of standard drama and form a new concept. This is the stage which provides new concepts to Parallel stage. And the hit concepts from parallel stage are picked by professional stage. This means all the three stages are interlinked and forms direct or indirect impact on each other. Professional stage forms direct impact on Amateur while Amateur forms indirect impact on professional. Finally, the Marathi drama is one and it is developing constantly though the velocity varies time to time.