Hindi
Comic version of Sholay now in Marathi
MUMBAI: Vickey Kharat is set to remake Sholay in Marathi. However, he claims that his film will be an out-and-out comedy.
“The original Sholay cast a deep spell on our minds. We can’t change that. So I am presenting a serious story in a comic form and it is called Marathi Sholay,” says the director.
However, Kharat isn’t worried about buying the rights to the film as he does not want to retain any elements from the original plot in the remake.
“It’s not a copy. Even if the original makers see it, they won’t have any objection. Although the character names are the same, they all have different professions. In the original, Jai and Veeru were thieves; in this film, they are police officers. And Basanti rows a boat in a lake near her village, instead of riding a horse carriage,” adds the director.
While Siddharth Jadhav and Bharat Jadhav will play Jai and Veeru in the Marathi remake, Ashok Sharaf will play the role of Thakur that was essayed by Sanjeev Kumar. And playing the role of Gabbar Singh would be Makarand Ansaspure.
Kharat, who has assisted Madhur Bhandarkar on Chandni Bar, Satta and Aan: Men At Work, made his debut as director with the Marathi film Thamb Laxmi Thamb (2007), followed by Bhaucha Dhakka last year.
Marathi Sholay is expected to go on the floors in mid-April this year.
Hindi
Rajesh Ramaswamy exits The Script Room to focus on filmmaking journey
Ad filmmaker steps away from own venture to pursue direction and storytelling
MUMBAI: In a move that has caught the attention of the advertising and creative community, Rajesh Ramaswamy has announced his exit from The Script Room, the company he co-founded, marking the end of a seven-year stint at the helm.
The decision, which came into effect earlier this month, signals a shift in focus for Ramaswamy, who is now looking to immerse himself fully in filmmaking and direction as an independent creative.
Known for blending sharp advertising insight with storytelling craft, Ramaswamy has been instrumental in shaping The Script Room into a creative hub that delivered campaigns, branded content, and original storytelling formats. Over the years, the company collaborated with agencies, directors, and a wide network of writers, while also experimenting with formats such as short films and web series.
Sharing his thoughts on the transition, Ramaswamy indicated that the move is driven by a desire to focus and explore stories he has been developing over time. While he acknowledged the unconventional nature of stepping away from one’s own venture, he also framed it as a necessary leap toward clarity and creative pursuit.
Importantly, The Script Room will continue its operations with its current team and leadership, with Ramaswamy expressing confidence in the group that helped build the company’s identity. The studio, he noted, remains well-positioned to evolve further with fresh talent and ideas.
His exit also reflects a wider industry trend, where experienced advertising professionals are increasingly transitioning into independent filmmaking, tapping into the growing opportunities across digital and long-form content platforms.
As Ramaswamy steps into this new phase, the move underscores a familiar creative instinct, sometimes, the boldest ideas begin with a clean break.
