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Siddharth Chandekar: Actor Upholding Marathi Culture in Cinema

Siddharth Chandekar | Actor | Marathi film industry

Versatile personalities are creative and have a knack to achieve their goals by overcoming difficult situations. They never give up at the face of adversity and take up every challenge as an opportunity to learn and grow. These people are a source of inspiration for others because they leave no stone unturned to transform their dreams into reality.

One such dynamic personality with the zeal to make an impact in Indian cinema is Siddharth Chandekar. He is a renowned figure and an excellent actor of the Marathi film industry. In this issue of Insights Success a business solutions magazine, lets join Siddharth on his inspiring journey towards excellence.

The Beginning of the Voyage

Initially, Siddharth did not have the aspirations of becoming an actor. Although he did some acting gigs in his childhood, he was always passionate about becoming a chef. After completing his 12^th standard, Siddharth wanted to join a catering college. However, life took a turn, and he got an opportunity in his first television serial, ‘Agnihotra’. After working in the show, he realized the vastness and beauty of acting and decided to choose it as a mainline career.

Challenges along the Way

Siddharth states that he did not face major hardships throughout his career. He was fortunate enough to work with legendary actors such as Sharad Ponkshe, Mohan Joshi, Vinay Apte, and many more in the very first chance. However, for Siddharth, the greatest challenge was to live up to the expectations of his mother and the great actors he had worked with.

Opinions about Marathi Theatre Culture

Siddharth believes that Marathi theatre has always been the most important part in Marathi entertainment industry. He opines that even the most talented actors of Bollywood also have experience in theatre, and almost every Marathi actor has done theatre. Siddharth is of the opinion that theatre is the first school for aspirants who want to pursue the career of acting.

Upcoming Projects

Speaking about his future projects, Siddharth states that he is doing a Marathi television series known as ‘Saang tu ahes ka’. Apart from that, he is also a part of an upcoming film called ‘Jhimma’. It is a travel film about a women’s only tour to London. Siddharth is further associated with a forthcoming romantic web series on MX Player.

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Priya Berde: Valiant Persona On-Screen and Beyond

Priya Berde | Actress | Marathi film industry

From her first released Marathi blockbuster Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi to the latest sports drama Chal Dhar Pakad, Priya Berde has portrayed versatile roles on-screen. Her bold presence is what gives an edge to every character she has played.

The following interview with Priya Berde and Insights Success a business solutions magazine gives you a sneak peek of her behind-the-screen persona. Keep on reading to know about her journey in Marathi cinema, her views on how women can manage work-life balance, and about the biopic of legendary actor Laxmikant Berde.

What was your inspiration behind becoming an actor?

I entered the industry as a dubbing artist at the age of eight. I was fortunate to be nourished and nurtured as an artist in the presence of industry veterans at an early age. My father Arun Karnataki was a director, and my mother Lata Arun was a legendary theatre artist. Coming from a family of legends such as Bhalji Pendharkar and V. Shantaram was a blessing and a huge responsibility at the same time. And the audience and my fans have played a huge part in me maintain that family legacy and continue to live my passion for the cinema for over 40 years.

With the hectic schedule of shooting how have you been maintaining the work-life balance?

After I got married and had kids I chose to stay back at home. But after my husband and actor Laxmikant Berde’s unfortunate demise I decided to return to work. At that time Director Kedar Shinde was making a film Jatra and he asked me if I was interested in playing a role in it, and I said yes. That’s how I returned to Marathi cinema and started the second innings of my career.

Please share your future projects with us. Where would your fans get to see you next?

I am at a stage in my career when I would rather choose a role that is in my comfort zone. And the character I am playing in my next play was something I have aspired to do in theatre for a long.

What advice would you give to the aspiring Marathi actors?

Due to the reality shows and social media, young aspirants are getting early recognition and opportunities to show their talent. But it’s the experience and technique along with talent that nurtures the artist within. So, I would advise aspiring actors to get as much experience as they can before they leap to enter the film industry. Try taking part in college-level competitions, ad films, or any other mediums where you get experience and learn techniques.

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Nishigandha Wad: Esteemed Persona in Entertainment and Beyond

Nishigandha Wad | Actress | Marathi films and TV industry

Nishigandha Wad, a renowned name in Marathi films and TV industry. Some might remember her from Marathi films Shejari Shejari and Gruhpravesh, some might recognize her from Bollywood films Wazir and Race 3, while the TV audience knows her from the popular Hindi TV shows Sasural Simar Ka and Chehra. But her work has gone far and beyond the entertainment industry. She is not only known for gracing the screen with her powerful performances, but also for supporting the social causes with equal zeal.

“While sharing your happiness with the world, you should keep something for yourself as well”

The bellow are the highlights of the Interview with the Insights Success a business journal Read on further to get a sneak-peek at Nishigandha Wad’s behind-the-screen story.

From facing challenges to making mark

“I want to do something splendid before I go into my castle, something heroic or wonderful that won’t be forgotten after I’m dead. I don’t know what, but I’m on the watch for it, and mean to astonish you all someday.” Just like Jo March from Little Women, Nishigandha Wad as well has astonished the generations with her eminent persona on-screen.

But this success hasn’t come easily to her. “Training at an acting school under the legendary Satyadev Dubey, Arvind Deshpande, Sulabha Deshpande, and Jaydev Hattangadi was another thing.” Nishigandha said, “But when I first set foot alongside veterans in professional Marathi theatre it took me a long time to see myself from my soul sight. Like any other freshman, I was grasped with worries about what others and the audience will think about me.” “But ease comes with experience.” She advised.

Not only in the acting school or while working in theatre or films, but a true artist is nurtured outside as well. The stories they read, hear, and live have a huge impact on how the actor is shaped, how strong their roots become. Talking about which, Nishigandha shared fond memories of her childhood, “I grew up listening to the stories of legends like Geeta Bali and Meena Kumari from Kidar Sharma who was my uncle’s neighbor.”

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Versatile Personas to Watch April2021

Art of Versatility

“Jack of all trades or master of one,” this classic statement is most relevant in today’s world of business whether it’s corporate companies or showbiz. Some might argue that expertise or being ‘master of one’ is rather essential and no doubt it is. However, in today’s business settings what thrives and attracts the limelight is versatility.

The zest to keep learning, openness to take on challenges on diverse platforms, and flexibility to adapt to the changes are the key to survive amidst daunting stress and fear of failure. Versatility is often connected with artists and the need and zeal of inculcating and performing diverse roles on different platforms.

Mastering the art of versatility

#1 Cross-platform performance

Employers often introduce cross-training platforms to ensure employees have adequate knowledge about other operations and skillsets. So, when the need comes employees can fill in another’s place or give a helping hand to ensure smoother operations on the floor.

Step out of your job role when needed and take the initiative to do jobs outside your normal roles. This will help you develop and depict versatility at work.

#2 Going beyond the comfort zone

No matter in which field you work there comes a time when some challenges at the workplace encourage you to leave your comfort zone. In today’s fast-paced environment, the need to adopt new technology, techniques, and training to survive the stress and thrive in the competition becomes necessary and thus extending your comfort zone becomes essential.

#3 Adapting the change

“Change is the only constant,” Greek philosopher Heraclitus had said. Whether it’s to survive in the world or thrive in a career one has to be flexible in approach and adaptable towards change in time, technology, or turn to play a different role in your career.

In the latest edition of Insights Success “Versatile Personas to Watch” you will get to read about such personalities who with their passion, dedication, and versatility have turned their stories of struggles to write success sagas inspiring thousands of others to believe in their passion and do what it takes to achieve their dreams.

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