Natarang

At its heart is Gunvantrao "Guna" Kagalkar, a muscular village laborer with a dream: to revive Tamasha, Maharashtra's folk theatre. When the troupe demands a Nachya a male dancer in female guise Guna volunteers, driven by passion rather than convenience.. The film poignantly traces how his courageous choice challenges rigid gender norms, marginalizes him at home, and eventually makes him one of the finest performers ever.

Atul Kulkarni's Masterclass: he delivers the best performance of his career. His physical transformation-adding weight to appear robust, then shedding it to embody a lithe Nachya is extreme and effective.

Ajay Atul's Unforgettable Score:Ajay Atul's music is not just accompaniment-it is the soul of Natarang. Folk infused yet cinematic, the score-and especially "Apsara Aali," "Khel Mandala," and "Wajle Ki Bara"resonate with emotional clarity. Their work garnered sweeping awards, including the Zee Gaurav and National recognition, cementing their status as musical auteurs .

If you appreciate cinema that challenges gender conventions, stirs the soul, and stays long after the credits roll Natarang is essential.

Marathi actors have never been short of talent. Unfortunately, the industry has been degenerating gradually, possible because of talented actors moving to bollywood, lower investments, etc. However, with films like Zenda, Harishchandrachi Factory and Natarang, one can safely say the industry has been resuscitated. Atul Kulkarni, Kishore Kadam and the others leave you spellbound with their performances. Their performances are so mezmerising, that you will find yourself watching a stage performance. The direction is not flawless, particularly in the last few minutes, where you get the impression that the director was tired. However the tightly written script and gripping story keep you on the edge for most of the time. The actors too must be credited for the perfect oration of Rural Marathi. Hats off to Ajay-Atul for their exceptional background score and music. The depiction of lavni & tamasha was maybe a bit too over-the-top. Overall, Natarang is an OUTSTANDING film!!

Natarang has changed my perspective towards marathi films. Filled with deep pain and struggle of a farmer changed his life completely. Even the songs of this movie are breath stopping, hardcore meaning of life and difficulties faced by everyone. MUST WATCH FILM. Please review this content

Just watched this movie, its an absolute masterpiece movie.

This movie is a great example of how great marathi cinema can be.

Amazing performance by all actors special mention to Atul Kulkarni.

Sonali Kulkarni and Kishor Kadam also did an amazing job with their role.

The music by ajay atul is no short of magic

this is a must watch for every Maharashtrian.

Atul sir have made an amazing transformation in the movie, something that needs to be appreciated for sure.

This movie deserves an national award, its that great.

Please recommend this movie to everyone in your circle its a must watch

great work by Ravi Jadhav Sir.

Good marathi movies are far in between and when a movie like "Natrang" (yes, its not "Natarang") comes by it certainly qualifies for a definite watch. The director (Ravi Jadhav) deserves a standing ovation. Every soul associated with the movie has poured his heart out and it clearly reflects in the proceedings. The narrative hooks the audience from the word go. The plot is engaging, screenplay engrossing and editing gives it a sleek feel. Noteworthy is the realistic touch in the garb of performance, location and the icing on the cake namely the language and dialect.

۩ Atul Kulkarni:: If there is any reason should you be propelled to watch the movie then make it Atul Kulkarni. Pay special attention to the commitment of Atul from portrayal of a strong physique labourer to a breathing life into the namby-pamby pansy. Nothing short of perfection.

۩ Sonali (with an "ee") Kulkarni:: In comparison to protagonist her character is subdued. But very pretty indeed, the green-eyed beauty captures attention from the word go. Needed more screen time for her character blossom into full glory.

۩ Vibhawari Deshpande:: Sadly her character got completely relegated to backseat resulting to a dwarfed character role. Editing perhaps?

۩ Kishore Kadam:: Effective portrayal. No string attached performance and a very strong screen presence.

۩ Amruta Khanvelkar:: What makes her item number etched in the minds of the audience is her screen presence and the composition of the lavani "Wajle Ki Barah" itself. Fantastic!!

Finally Zee Talkies should be applauded for backing this project. We need more of this.