Birthday Special: Five must watch movies of Mukta Barve

Mukta Barve is one of the most multitalented and versatile actresses in the Marathi film industry. Being a powerhouse of talent, the star has also bagged several films in Marathi entertainment industries. Mukta, who had a great love for drama and acting right since her childhood, earned a Bachelor’s degree in drama. Starting with stage and television, Mukta forayed into Marathi films with 'Chakwa', which did well at the box-office. On the occasion of her 40th birthday today, we bring you a rundown of five movies of which the actress was a part of that you should simply not miss!

Rajiv Patil's film 'Jogwa' is based on two characters- a determined girl called Suli and a bellicose man called Tayappa. Both of them are compelled by their families to devote their lives in service of Goddess Yellamma. Initially, both of them accept their fates, but soon, a revolt develops within them against the custom.'Jogwa' depicts this disorder which firstly Suli’s family goes through, who come under the superstition over Suli’s hair knots. Mukta as Suli has delivered an amazing performance. The story depicts how the general public is thus made to believe the tailored truth and they have to blindly follow it or face the consequences from both the family and the society at large.

Satish Rajwade's directorial 'Mumbai-Pune-Mumbai 3' is the only Marathi film to deliver its third franchise in the Marathi industry. Starring the hit pair Swapnil Joshi and Mukta Barve, the sequel to the film followed their characters' love story which saw them take on many problems before finally getting married. The third installment of the movie will see Gautam and Gauri's love story develop as they are expecting their first child in their three-years of marriage. It also features stars like Vijay Kenkre, Mangal Kenkre, Savita Prabhune, Suhas Joshi, and Prashant Damle.

'Hrudayantar' is an emotional drama that explores the marital crisis of a couple (Shekhar & Samaira) married for over 12 years in Vikram Phadnis' directorial debut. It tells an engaging and emotional journey of a family who keep aside their differences in the event of a terminal disease of the youngest member. The film stars Mukta Barve, Subodh Bhave, Trushnika Shinde, Nishtha Vaidya and Sonali Khare with cameos by Shiamak Davar, Manish Paul and Hrithik Roshan. The actors have done complete justice to the film.

'Aamhi Doghi' by Pratima Joshi starred Mukta Barve, Priya Bapat and Bhushan Pradhan. The film explores the beautiful relationship between two women. Female bonding and female friendships are trending subjects in Bollywood these days. On the similar lines, 'Amhi Doghi' showcases the story of two ladies. The feminist storyline and the performances won many hearts.

The journey of a newly-married couple that nurtures a dream and works hard to turn it into reality is what forms the crux of 'Double Seat'. Sameer Vidwans has bought up a story of any commoner’s life; a commoner who harbours dreams of a better life. In this case, the story unfolds through the journey of Amit (Chaudhary) and Manjiri Naik (Barve), a couple that lives in a small home with Amit’s parents and brother. More than the story, it's the characters that catch your attention. The credit goes to the actors, each an established one, for keeping it as real as they possibly could.