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Amitabh Bachchan and His Connection with Marathi Cinema: Do You Know the Marathi Film He Worked In?
Amitabh Bachchan, celebrating his birthday today (October 11), is a legendary figure in Hindi cinema with millions of fans worldwide. Known for his powerful performances that evoke tears and laughter alike, Big B continues to work with unwavering enthusiasm even at 82. But did you know that Amitabh Bachchan also has a connection with Marathi cinema? Few people are aware of the Marathi film he was part of. Let’s explore this lesser-known aspect of his illustrious career.
Film analyst Dilip Thakur recently spoke to TV Nine about Amitabh Bachchan’s ties with Marathi cinema and culture. Here’s what you need to know.Amitabh’s association with Marathi culture goes beyond just films. Marathi filmmaker Satish Kulkarni once invited him to the Jubilee celebration of Sachin Pilgaonkar’s Marathi film Ek Ek, produced by Tulsi Productions. Satish Kulkarni secured Amitabh’s consent through his then secretary Sheetal Jain. This event marked Amitabh’s first appearance at a Marathi cultural function. He arrived gracefully, draped in a shawl, adding prestige to the occasion.
Interestingly, the event coincided with the release day of Mukul Anand’s Hum, making it a grand celebration at a five-star hotel in Juhu. Sachin Pilgaonkar’s enthusiasm on stage was unforgettable.Amitabh Bachchan’s actual appearance in a Marathi film came in Akka (1994), produced by his make-up artist Deepak Sawant and directed by Shridhar Joshi. Both Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan featured in an Aarti song dedicated to Shri Ganapati titled “Tu Jagati Adhipati Naman Tu Pehle Shri Ganapati”.
The song was filmed at the iconic Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari temple in Mumbai.Other notable Marathi connections include Amitabh’s involvement with Chitrapati V of Rajkamal Kala Mandir. In 2015, he released the 100th edition of Marathi films published by the Shantaram Foundation, covering the period from May 3, 1993, to May 3, 2013. His speech at the Deenanath Mangeshkar Theatre in Vile Parle was broadcast live on all Marathi news channels and widely appreciated by the film industry, fans, and media alike.
Amitabh Bachchan also launched the trailers of Marathi films like Me Sindhutai Sapkal and Dholki in grand ceremonies. Actor Siddharth Jadhav famously expressed his excitement upon meeting Amitabh at the Dholki event.In summary, while Amitabh Bachchan is primarily celebrated for his work in Hindi cinema, his meaningful ties to Marathi culture and cinema add a fascinating dimension to his legendary career.
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