With the super hit movies like ‘Shwaas’, ‘Pachadlela’and ‘Sarivar Sari’, marathi film industry is at booming stage again. A sizable signing amount and a better marketing and distribution network are the major reasons for young talents to get attracted toward this industry. Sonalee Kulakarni - one of the most upcoming talents in Marathi Film Industry, who has received an award for best actress at ‘Zee Gaurav Ceremony’ for her debut movie - ‘Bakula Namdev Ghotalae’ is the best example.
What is your reaction after Zee Gaurav Award?
Obviously, I’m thrilled after this award. I never thought that I’d get the award, especially when prominent actresses like Pratiksha Lonkar and Ashvini Bhave were also in the race. I was happy, as I was nominated for my debut movie. I went there just to enjoy the ceremony but when I heard my name, I couldn’t believe. It was really a big surprise to me. It looks like early success, but believe me, there is lot of hard work behind it. It was a tough decision for any next-door girl to frame her career in an uncertain field like this, without any godfather. But I trusted my abilities; worked hard and after struggle of almost 4-5 years, God has turned my fate into brighter side.
So, you have struggled a lot, to achieve this admiration….
Yes! I was involved in dancing since I was in class fifth. I got first opportunity of acting in class 9th for FTII short-film. But even after that I was confused whether I should choose acting as a career or not. But when I was in class 10th, I participated in a beauty contest- ‘May Queen’. Though I had not taken it seriously, I grabbed runner-up position with 5 subtitles. The victory boosted my confidence so much that I decided to edge my career in the same field. That’s the reason why I went on to choose mass communication after completing 12th from Ferguson ‘College’s. Taking this decision was an easy thing, but further path was not easy at all. I neither have any ‘godfather’ in the industry, nor contacts. I gave auditions all over India initially and hardly got any success. I was so crazy at that time that I used to make 5-6 trips to Mumabai in a week even for small auditions. Meanwhile, I endorsed few brands like ‘Vipul Sarees’, ‘Idea Cellular’, ‘PNG’ and Reliance.’ I also performed a dance in a movie- ‘Gadhvache Lagna’. But ‘Bakula Namdev Ghotale was my first full-fledged movie.
How did you get that movie?
Actually, by luck! Ankush Chaudhari called me for an audition of ‘Sade Made Tin.’ But that audition was cancelled because of some reason. When I was coming back to Pune, Ankush Chaudhari called me to tell that Kedar Shinde was in search of a new face for his upcoming movie. “ If you want to meet him, I’ll talk to him,” he said. Obviously, I was interested and so I met Kedar Shinde. My audition for ‘Bakula’ was actually held in front of ‘RK Studio’ under streetlights. At that time only Kedar Shinde offered me role of ‘Bakula’.
Even in the early life of your career, you have worked with prominent names of Industry like ‘Bharat Jadhav’, ‘Kedar Shinde’ and ‘Makrand Anspure.’ How was the experience?
Amazing! I have learned so many practical things with them. Bharat Jadhav and Siddharth Jadhav helped me a lot. When I was very nervous at first shot, Siddharth Jadhav made me feel nice by telling me jokes. Even Kedar Shinde never used to shout at me, even if I made any foolish mistake. After one week, I adjusted well and gave many ‘First take’ perfect shots. I even worked with legendary actor ‘Ashok Saraf.’ Let me tell you, all these people in Marathi Film Industry are very helpful and down to earth. It is extremely nice and learning experience to work with them.
What are your future plans?
To complete my graduation! Because of heavy workload, I have been forced to bunk many lectures. Despite that, my teachers have supported me well, Completing graduation will be my priority. Beside that, I have also planned to complete my post graduation in Mass Communication, simultaneously with my career in acting. I know that people are expecting much more from me after ‘Zee Gaurav Award’ but let me assure them that I will fulfill all the expectations and responsibilities through best acting. I have already got two more movies and negotiations are going on with few producers. I hope, I will be able see my dreams come true and become the most successful actress
Ranji | Tue, Feb 16, 2010 at 10:50 PM About Sonalee
Hi !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Upcoming Talent in Marathi Film industry Wish You A Great Future Ahead
Poonam | Mon, Feb 8, 2010 at 1:29 PM Preity girl and voice is nice
Hi Sonalee, How r u? I really like u. i saw your movie Natrang. it's one of the great movie u acted very very nice. i want to meet u once in my life. I LOVE U VERYYYYYYYYYYYYY MUCH. BEST OF LUCK FOR YOUR FUTURE
Rahul Juware | Sun, Feb 7, 2010 at 4:26 PM
Ajit | Fri, Jan 29, 2010 at 3:24 PM About Sonalee
Hi, I am admirer of all marathi movies. After NATRANG it has reached new heights.Movies like this has potential to compete with so called bollywood movies. About you Sonalee , u look more stunning , more confident than your previous movies.Your performance is so gripping that one can not think anything. You are looking so beautiful in this movie specially in APSARA song that bollywood actress wil envy you. Thank you very much for your splendid performance....
Zack | Wed, Jan 6, 2010 at 2:41 PM
Ajit | Fri, Jan 29, 2010 at 3:24 PM Sonalee
First of all my very best wishes to you sonalee for abright future. mala pan ghol hota ki hi sonalee aahe tare kon.thank god tu aaple nav thode badalale.tuzha abhinay me pahila aahe.agdhe pahilya pasun mag to bakula cha role kinva gauri, aaba zindabad ,ghadhavacha lagna ani latest hai kai nai kai.tu phar sunder distes.natrang madhe tar tu purna marathi tarunai var rajha kela aahes.tujha rupane aata marathi film industry la ek apsara milali aahe.tujhya pudchya film irada pakka sathi tula khoop khoop subhecha. tula ek ghosht sangato me merchant navy madhe aahe aata me bharatat aalo pan tujhya acting ani dance cha kautuk baherche majhe vidheshatale lok hi karta hayet. so keep rocking.thank you ek apsara banoon tu marathi films madhe navin pran ghatala aahes...
Zack | Wed, Jan 6, 2010 at 2:41 PM
Pratik | Sun, Jan 17, 2010 at 12:42 AM Natarang Movie
Namaskar.... me pratik.... direct pointewar yeto..... me 24 karat la natrang baghitla..... tumhala sangto aamhala 1 song wyawasthit aiku yet navhat..... karan itkya shitya wajat hotya theatre madhye.... ki kay sangu..... bass 1 apratim movie.... oskar mazyakadun aadhich dila gela aahe ya movie la....... very nice........
Zack | Wed, Jan 6, 2010 at 2:41 PM Congrates on success of Natrang, 1 of my favorite movie
Sonalee Kulkarni, I don’t know if Sonalee really reads this comments, but its just a attemept to reach her. I read all the comments from your fans (Am your fan too), and guess what all of us feel about same that you’re gr8. You’re gourgeuos, you act well, you dance well, I mean everything about you is so perfect. But, I was wondering what kind of person you are? (don’t misunderstand). I mean whats your nature, are you introvert or extrovert? Are you down to earth or are you a high flyer? Do you like reading books or you’re a geek (technology freak)? Whats you qualification? What cell phone do you use? Whats your favorite movie? Whats your favorite food? There are lots of queries, Why don’t you write a blog and we can be your followers? If you ever read this, try to answer some of my questions or may be all of them! I got more like this. Tumhi ahatach itkya chan ani talented tar amchya sarkhe lakho fans asnarach na tumche. Tumcha navin movie ‘NATRANG’ kalach pahila, shabd sapdat nahit. Sarvat adhi sangen, as always tumhi far far far far sundar dista hya movie madhe and simply great performance. Atul kulkarni ni sudha amazing kam kela ahe, man what a gr8 transformation, from normal person to a pehlwan and then to a Maushi! Simply stunning! Pan khara tar tumchya sathich amhi mule (all male fans) movie baghayla gelo hoto. All the best for future, amhala asech chan chan movie pahayla tumhi ankhin changle changle kam kara Bye and take care Tumcha pankha Zack
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