Maharashtra Shahir

2023 Indian film

Maharashtra Shahir

Theatrical release poster

Directed by| Kedar Shinde
Written by| Vasundara Sable
Kedar shinde
Screenplay by| Pratima Kulkarni
Omkar Mangesh Datt
Story by| Vasundhara Sable
Based on| Shahir Sable
Produced by| Sanjay Chhabria
Bela Shinde
Starring|

* Ankush Chaudhari
* Sana Kedar Shinde

Cinematography| Vasudev Rane
Edited by| Mayur Hardas
Music by| Ajay-Atul

Production
companies

* Everest Entertainment
* Kedar Shinde Productions

Release date

* 28 April 2023 (2023-04-28)

Running time

| 143 minutes
Country| India
Language| Marathi
Budget| est.₹7 crore[1]
Box office| est.₹5.68 crore[2]

Maharashtra Shahir (transl. A Maharashtra poet) is an Indian Marathi-language musical-biographical film based on the life of Padma Shri Shahir Sable, a Maharashtrian singer, playwright, performer and folk theatre producer and director. It is directed by Kedar Shinde and produced by Sanjay Chhabria and Bela Shinde. It features Ankush Chaudhari and Sana Kedar Shinde in the leading roles. The film's screenplay was written by Pratima Kulkarni and Omkar Mangesh Datt. It was theatrically released on 28 April 2023. It is Fifth grossing Marathi film of 2023.[3]

## Synopsis

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The musical-biography chronicles the life and times of the legendary Shahir Sable, an iconic figure in the Marathi theatre and music industry.[4]

## Cast

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* Ankush Chaudhari as Shahir Sable[5]
* Devdatta Dhone as Young Shahir sable aka Kisna
* Sana Kedar Shinde as Bhanumati Sable[6]
* Ashvini Mahangade[7] as Radhabai Sable
* Shubhangi Sadavarte[7] as Laxmibai Sable
* Nirmiti Sawant as Krishna's Grandmother
* Mrunmayee Deshpande as Lata Mangeshkar
* Dushyant Wagh as Balasaheb Thackeray
* Atul Kale as Yashwantrao Chavan
* Amit Dolawat as Sane Guruji
* Ankush Prashant More as Devdatta Sable
* Parinita Dilip Ghone as Shejarin
* Swapnil Parjane
* Harish Baraskar
* Yugesha Omkar as Vasundhara Sable

## Production

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### Pre Production

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Kedar Shinde along with Pratima Kulkarni, Vasundhara Sable and Omkar Mangesh Dutt, started working on the story in 2019 and spent nearly two years in conducting research on Shahir Sable and finalising the screenplay. Additionally, Shinde and team conducted extensive research on storyboarding scenes, selecting locations and designing looks and costumes to recreate the period from 1920s to 1980s. The film was, formally, announced by Shinde on his social media account on 3 September 2021, the birth anniversary of Shahir Sable.[8]

### Casting

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A promotional video announcing the casting of Ankush Chaudhari in the titular role was released by Raj Thackeray at Maharashtra Day rally on 1 May 2022 at Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.[9] A poster announcing the casting of Sana Shinde as Bhanumati Sable was released on 3 September 2022.[10]

### Filming

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The shooting of the film began on Vijayadashami on 5 October 2022 at Krishnarao Sable's village Wai.[11] Shinde chose the hills of Satara for the shoot, including Pasarni Ghat.[12][13] The second schedule was filmed in and around Mumbai. The third schedule was shot in Baku, Azerbaijan to present Russia (then USSR) in 1980s. The location was moved from Russia to Azerbaijan due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The filming wrapped up on 27 February 2023 after shooting final scenes in Mumbai.

## Marketing

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The film's official motion poster was released by Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde at his official residence on 15 February 2023.[14] The film's first song, "Baharla Ha Madhumas" was out on 27 February 2023, which became a viral hit on social media. The official teaser was released on 20 March 2023 by Raj Thackeray in a media event. The official trailer was released on 11 April 2023.

The film's title track, "Jai Jai Maharashtra Majha", was released alongside a promotional video featuring 18 lead actors from Marathi film industry in a media event by veteran politician Sharad Pawar at Yashwantrao Chavan Centre, Mumbai on 25 April 2023.[15]

## Soundtrack

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Maharashtra Shahir

Soundtrack album by

Ajay-Atul

Released| 2023
Genre| Feature film soundtrack
Length| 38:18
Language| Marathi
Label| Everest Entertainment
Ajay-Atul chronology
| Ved
(2022)  | Maharashtra Shahir
(2023)  | Adipurush
(2023)

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Official audio
Maharashtra Shahir - Full Album on YouTube

Songs and background score of the film have been composed by Ajay-Atul. Several original songs of Shahir Sable have been reprised and a set of new songs have also been added to the film. Lyrics of the reprised songs are credited to Shahir Sable, Bhanumati Sable and Raja Badhe whereas the lyrics of the new songs are written by Guru Thakur and Ajay Gogawale.

Track listingNo.| Title| Lyrics| Singer(s)| Length

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1.| "Jai Jai Maharashtra Majha"| Raja Badhe| Shahir Sable, Ajay Gogawale| 3:54
2.| "Baharla Ha Madhumas"| Guru Thakur| Ajay Gogawale, Shreya Ghoshal| 3:44
3.| "Gau Nako Kisna"| Guru Thakur| Jayesh Khare, Mayur Sukale, Ajay Gogawale| 5:04
4.| "Ambabai Gondhalala Ye"| Guru Thakur| Ajay Gogawale| 5:39
5.| "Hey Pawlay Dev Majha Malhari"| Shahir Sable| Atul Gogawale| 2:55
6.| "Mi Tar Hoin Chandani"| Bhanumati Sable| Ramanand Ugale| 3:20
7.| "Ya Go Dandyavarna"| Shahir Sable| Ramanand Ugale| 2:04
8.| "Jejurichya Khanderaya"| Shahir Sable| Atul Gogawale/Ramanand Ugale| 2:30
9.| "Vinchu Chawla"| Sant Eknath| Akshay Taak| 1:13
10.| "Aadhi Ganala"| Shahir Sable| Ramanand Ugale| 3:08
11.| "Paul Thakla Nahi"| Ajay Gogawale| Ajay Gogawale| 4:45
Total length:| 38:18

## Release

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Two months prior to the film's release, MLC Sachin Ahir requested on the floor of Maharashtra Legislative Council to declare Maharashtra Shahir as tax-free in the state on 9 March 2023.[16]

### Theatrical

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The film was theatrically released on 28 April 2023.[17]

### Home media

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It was released on OTT platform Amazon Prime Video on 2 June 2023.[18]

## Reception

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### Critical reception

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Maharashtra Shahir movie received positive reviews from critics. Kalpeshraj Kubal of Maharashtra Times gave the film 3.5 stars out of 5 and wrote "Ajay-Atul's music and the voices of Ajay and all the other playback singers have made the cinematic Madhumas blossom. But, some of the 'tunes' in the background song remind us of Ajay-Atul's old works (music). The rest of Shahir's songs and bharoods are easily brought into the film by the screenwriter, director and music director".[19] Vinod Ghatge of ABP Majha gave 3 stars out of 5 and says "Of course, although there are some technical things, this movie will definitely give you a great experience as an audience. Kedar Shinde and his team have worked hard to create this work of art, a must see to salute that Maharashtra Shahir, to bow down to her contribution".[20] Devendra Jadhav of Sakal wrote "Ajay Atul's music is beautiful. Songs in movies carry the story forward. The movie picks up after the interval. Many old popular songs of Shaheer can be heard and can be seen. The events of Shahir's popular play can be seen on the screen. Khanderaya of Jejuri, one can learn the story behind how Lokdhara of Maharashtra was created".[21] Akhilesh Nerlekar of Loksatta said "This movie is definitely a must see. Although it is a biopic, Kedar Shinde has presented a masterpiece without any compromise in terms of story, screenplay, everyone in Maharashtra must watch the movie at least once".[22]

### Box office

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Maharashtra Shahir collected ₹3.33 crore on the six day.[23] The film registered an increase in collections on Monday, earning ₹1.03 crore. The film earned ₹1.65 crore in its three-day opening weekend.[24] The film grossed over ₹5.68 crore at the box office in India. Despite received positive reviews from critics film underperformed at the box-office.[2]

## Accolades

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Award  | Year  | Category  | Recipient(s)  | Result  | Ref.

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Fakt Marathi Cine Sanman | 2023  | Best Film Critics  | Maharashtra Shahir  | Won  | [25][26]
Best Director Critics  | Kedar Shinde | Won
Best Actor Critics  | Ankush Chaudhari | Won
Best Lyricist  | Guru Thakur (for song "Gau Nako Kisna") | Nominated
Best Music Director  | Ajay-Atul | Won
Best Playback Singer Male  | Jayesh Khare (for song "Gau Nako Kisna") | Nominated
Best Playback Singer Female  | Shreya Ghoshal (for song "Baharla Ha Madhumas") | Nominated
Best Cinematographer  | Vasudev Rane  | Nominated
TV9 Aapla Bioscope Awards  | 2023  | Best Film  | Maharashtra Shahir  | Nominated  | [27][28][29]
Best Director  | Kedar Shinde  | Nominated
Best Actor in a Lead Role  | Ankush Chaudhari  | Nominated
Best Actress in a Lead Role  | Sana Shinde  | Nominated
Best Actor in a Supporting Role  | Atul Kale | Nominated
Best Song  | Baharla Ha Madhumas  | Nominated
Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | 2024 | Favourite Film | Maharashtra Shahir  | Nominated  | [30][31]
Favourite Director | Kedar Shinde  | Nominated
Favourite Actor | Ankush Chaudhari  | Nominated
Favourite Song | Baharla Ha Madhumas  | Nominated
Gau Nako Kisna  | Nominated
Favourite Male Playback Singer | Jayesh Khare (for song "Gau Nako Kisna") | Nominated
Ajay Gogavale (for song "Baharla Ha Madhumas") | Nominated
Favourite Female Playback Singer | Shreya Ghoshal (for song "Baharla Ha Madhumas") | Nominated
Favourite Lyricist  | Guru Thakur (for song "Baharla Ha Madhumas") | Nominated
City Cine Awards Marathi  | 2024  | Best Actor Male  | Ankush Chaudhari  | Won  | [32]
Best Actor Female  | Sana Shinde  | Won
Best Music Director  | Ajay-Atul  | Nominated
Best Lyricist  | Guru Thakur (for song "Baharla Ha Madhumas") | Nominated
Best Singer Male  | Jayesh Khare (for song "Gau Nako Kisna") | Nominated
Best Singer Female  | Shreya Ghoshal (for song "Baharla Ha Madhumas") | Nominated
MaTa Sanman  | 2024  | Best Actor  | Ankush Chaudhari  | Nominated  | [33][34]
Best Performance (Actor)  | Won
Best Screenplay  | Pratima Kulkarni  | Nominated
Best Cinematographer  | Vasudev Rane  | Nominated
Best Singer Male  | Jayesh Khare, Mayur Sukale (for song "Gau Nako Kisna") | Nominated
Best Art Director  | Eknath Kadam  | Won
Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar | 2024 | Special Outstanding Performance  | Ankush Chaudhari  | Won  | [35]
Best Supporting Actor | Akshay Tak  | Nominated
Best Debut  | Sana Shinde  | Won
Best Music Director | Ajay-Atul  | Won
Best Background Music  | Won
Best Lyricist | Guru Thakur (for song "Baharla Ha Madhumas") | Nominated
Best Male Playback Singer | Ajay Gogavale (for song "Baharla Ha Madhumas") | Nominated
Jayesh Khare (for song "Gau Nako Kisna") | Won
Best Female Playback Singer | Shreya Ghoshal (for song "Baharla Ha Madhumas") | Nominated
Best Choreography  | Kruti Mahesh | Won
Best Makeup Artist  | Jagdish Yere  | Nominated
Best Custome  | Yugesha Omkar  | Won
Filmfare Awards Marathi | 2024 | Best Actor | Ankush Chaudhari  | Nominated  | [36]
Best Actor Critics | Won
Best Music Director | Ajay Atul  | Won
Best Playback Singer – Male | Ajay Gogavale (for song "Jay Jay Maharashtra") | Nominated
Jayesh Khare, Mayur Sukale (for song "Gau Nako Kisna") | Won
Best Playback Singer – Female | Shreya Ghoshal (for song "Baharla Ha Madhumas") | Nominated
Best Cinematography | Vasudev Rane  | Nominated
Best Production Design | Eknath Kadam  | Nominated
Best Costume Design | Yugesha Omkar  | Nominated
Sanskruti Kaladarpan  | 2024  | Best Film  | Maharashtra Shahir  | Pending  |
Best Director  | Kedar Shinde  | Pending
Best Actor  | Ankush Chaudhari  | Pending
Best Actress  | Sana Shinde  | Pending
Best Supporting Actress  | Akshay Tak  | Pending
Best Music  | Ajay Atul  | Pending
Best Background Music  | Pending
Best Male Playback Singer  | Ajay Gogavale  | Pending
Ramanand Ugale  | Pending
Best Female Playback Singer  | Shreya Ghoshal  | Pending
Best Lyricist  | Guru Thakur  | Pending
Best Dialogue  | Pratima Kulkarni  | Pending
Best Editing  | Mayur Hardas  | Pending
Best Makeup  | Vikram Gaikwad  | Pending
Best Art Director  | Eknath Kadam  | Pending

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## External links

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* Maharashtra Shahir at IMDb

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