Sangtye Aika[a] (transl. Listen, I'll Tell You)[1] is an Indian Marathi-language drama film film directed and produced by Anant Mane, from a screenplay Vyankatesh Madgulkar, featured Jayshree Gadkar, Dada Salvi, Chandrakant, Suryakant, Hansa Wadkar, Sulochana Latkar, Vasant Shinde. The film was a huge commercial hit, ran over 131 weeks in Pune's Vijayanand Theatre and screened alomost two year across the cities in Maharashtra, a record that later broken by the Hindi film Sholay.[2][3] Afterwards, the movie served as the inspiration for Wadkar's 1970 autobiography of the same name.[4]
| Sangtye Aika | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Anant Mane |
| Screenplay by | Vyankatesh Madgulkar |
| Story by | G. G. Parkhi |
| Produced by | Anant Mane |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | E. Mohammed |
| Edited by | Gangaram Mathaphode |
| Music by | Vasant Pawar |
Production company | Chetana Chitra |
Release date |
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Running time | 157 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Marathi |
Plot
editIn the rustic village of Rajuri, Sangate Aika spins a captivating tale of rivalry and retribution. At its core are two formidable figures: Chima, a spirited tamasha performer, and Mahadev Patil, the tyrannical landlord and village chief. The feud ignites when Chima accuses Patil of her father's murder and his staunch defense of the oppressive village hierarchy. As Patil's power grows unchecked, he orchestrates heinous acts, including the murder of an innocent farmer and the violation of his wife, Hansa. Despite enduring unimaginable loss, Chima remains resolute. When Hansa's newborn daughter perishes, Salaram, once feared as a dacoit, unexpectedly becomes her protector. Fate intertwines as Hansa's child finds sanctuary in Chima's care, setting the stage for a confrontation. As the tale unfolds, Patil's facade crumbles. His son, Krishna, mirrors his father's dark deeds, while Chima returns to Rajuri, armed with damning revelations. In a climactic showdown, she exposes Patil's crimes before a stunned audience, including Krishna and Hansa. Tensions escalate as Patil confronts his adversaries with lethal intent. Yet, in a twist of fate, it is Salaram who meets a tragic end, sacrificing himself for those he once preyed upon. In a poignant moment, Hansa extends forgiveness to her brother, Krishna, symbolized by a simple rakhi. As the dust settles on Rajuri's tumultuous saga, Sangate Aika delivers a powerful message of resilience and redemption, where the bonds of kinship and the pursuit of justice prevail over darkness.[5]
Cast
edit- Jayshree Gadkar as Hansa, Patil's daughter
- Dada Salvi as Mahadev Patil
- Chandrakant as Sakharam Shinde
- Suryakant as Krishna Patil
- Hansa Wadkar as Chima (Tamasha dancer–Tamasgirin)[6]
- Sulochana Latkar Hansa, Sakharam's wife[5]
- Vasant Shinde
- Pushpa Rane[7]
Production
editThe film was filmed at Prabhat Film Company in Pune and was completed in only three months.[8]
Release and reception
editThe film was released in 1959 in Maharshtra, becomes a major commercial success.[3][4] Sangte Aika set a record by continuous screenings for almost 135–230 weeks. It also made a lasting impression on Marathi literature and theatre.[9][10] Narwekar stated that Shikleli Baiko and Sangte Aika both reaffirmed the notion that the new Marathi film audience was concentrated in rural regions and was drawn to movies with a similar theme. Those who made films against this backdrop did so out of a natural desire to distance themselves from the limited urban Marathi film audience. Prior to independence, Marathi films were praised for their unique substance, and in light of this appreciation, Hindi versions were made shortly after.[4]
Impact
editThe number of tamasha films steadily grew between 1959 and 1972. Sangtye Aika spent nearly 140–240 weeks in theaters. Production figures for the tamasha film increased starting in 1961. As a result, there were two in 1961 (Shahir Parshuram and Rangapanchami), two in 1964 (Sawaal Majha Aika! and Sundara Mana Madhye Bharli), three in 1967, five in 1970.The tamasha gained popularity in rural performing circuits with a cinematic rendition. As it was eventually performed in tiny towns and villages, this also had an impact on its performance elements. A form that the film industry had successfully taken was being influenced in the opposite way. It led to an odd historical turnabout for the tamasha as a folk art form and the film industry.[11]
Soundtrack
edit| Sangtye Aika | |||||
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| Soundtrack album by | |||||
| Released | 1959 | ||||
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | ||||
| Length | 35:33 | ||||
| Language | Marathi | ||||
| Label | Saregama India Limited | ||||
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The music composed by Vasant Pawar and the songs are sung by Asha Bhosale, Vitthal Shinde, Madhubala Jhaveri, and Kumud Pendekar, while the lyrics were provided by G. D. Madgulkar.[12] The lavani song "Bugadi Majhi Sandli Ga" sung by Asha Bhosle and picturized on Jayshree Gadkar became very popular at that time.[6]
Track listing
edit| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Bugadi Majhi Sandali Ga" | Asha Bhosale | 3:28 |
| 2 | "Chandra Ugavato" | Asha Bhosale, Vitthal Shinde | 5:52 |
| 3 | "Kaal Sari Raat" | Madhubala Jhaveri | 3:25 |
| 4 | "Ram Ram Ghya" | Asha Bhosale | 3:28 |
| 5 | "Zali Bhali Pahat" | Asha Bhosale | 3:44 |
| 6 | "Dhumya Rishi Sangat Ase" | Madhubala Jhaveri | 2:34 |
| 7 | "Sanga Hya Vedila" | Vitthal Shinde, Kumudini Pednekar | 3:18 |
| 8 | "Are Are Nandyacha Pora" | Madhubala Jhaveri, Vitthal Shinde | 3:16 |
| 9 | "Paatlachi Por" | Madhubala Jhaveri | 6:30 |
Notes
edit- ^ Also spelled as Sangte Aika or Sangate Aika.
References
edit- ^ Abrams, Tevia (1974). Tamasha: People's Theatre of Maharashtra State, India. Michigan State University. Department of Theatre.
- ^ "3-day film fest in Kolhapur marks Mane's birth centenary". The Times of India. 2 September 2015. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
- ^ a b Ketkar, Sachin; Ramachandra, Keerti (1 December 2023). Vyankatesh Madgulkar: A Villageful of Stories and a Forestful of Tales. Taylor & Francis. ISBN 978-1-003-81582-2.
- ^ a b c Gokulsing, K. Moti; Dissanayake, Wimal (17 April 2013). Routledge Handbook of Indian Cinemas. Routledge. ISBN 978-1-136-77291-7.
- ^ a b Majumdar, Neepa; Mazumdar, Ranjani (23 August 2022). A Companion to Indian Cinema. John Wiley & Sons. ISBN 978-1-119-04819-0.
- ^ a b "Asha Bhosle at 90: Ten of Her Timeless Gems". The Wire. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
- ^ "Watch Online Marathi Movie Sangte Aika - ShemarooMe". ShemarooMe. January 1959. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
- ^ "बुगडी माझी सांडली गं (Text) | Bugadi Mazi Sandli Ga | Sumitra Madgulkar | सुमित्र माडगूळकर". www.gadima.com. Retrieved 9 September 2024.
- ^ "Lord Swaraj Paul appointed chancellor of University of Wolverhampton". India Today. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
- ^ "Why Marathi Cinema Has Lost Its Sheen". Outlook India. 23 May 2022. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
- ^ Ingle, Hrishikesh Sudhakar (1 August 2022). Marathi Cinema, Cultural Space, and Liminality: A History. Oxford University Press. ISBN 978-0-19-267593-4.
- ^ "Sangte Aika soundtrack". Saregama. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
External links
edit- Sangtye Aika at IMDb