Marathi film ‘Deool Band 2’, directed by: Pravin Tardehas put up an impressive show at the box office in recent days. As per industry tracker Sacnilk, the film has earned over Rs 82.19 crore in India, a remarkable feat given that the production budget was reportedly Rs 8-10 crore. The movie is also in the news for another reason. Director Pravin Tarde recently admitted that Shah Rukh Khan came to the rescue of the project at a critical point when the team was struggling with financial difficulties.
Pravin Tarde hits back at critics of Shah Rukh Khan controversy
However, his comments did not sit well with everyone and sparked a wave of criticism online. Responding to the backlash, Tarde took to Instagram to post a video addressing the controversy. “At that time I was traveling in Maharashtra, but no one noticed me. But the moment I mentioned the name of a Bollywood star, everyone’s pens started moving immediately. Some people tried hard to stop the movie, but they couldn’t. So now, why do they fight it through indirect means? This movie has come this far without the support of any so-called big names or influential people, because the efforts behind it are honest and sincere. Thank you for everything,” he said.
Pravin Tarde quotes Vinda Karandikar to give credit where it is due
Tarde also took the words of the famous Marathi writer Vinda Karandikar, who quoted a line from one of his poems that roughly translates as: “Your stature is not increased by denying someone who deserves it. Always remember to give credit to those who deserve it. Whether it’s Pitya (the film’s character) or Shah Rukh Khan, it doesn’t matter to you. thank them in public.“
Pravin Tarde reveals how Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies helped DCP
For those who haven’t heard the backstory, Tarde first spoke about how the team at Shah Rukh Khan’s production house Red Chillies Entertainment reached out for a Digital Cinema Package (DCP), which is the digital format required for theatrical release. The makers had initially budgeted around Rs 12 lakh for it, but were caught when the revised quote came to around Rs 42 lakh, a figure that was more than they could afford. Sharing the details in an interview with Abhijat Marathi Filmy, Tarde said, “The bill came to Rs 42 lakh. We don’t have that kind of money, nor do we have any source from which we can arrange it. We approached Red Chillies and explained our situation. We told them that it is a Marathi film, a regional film, and our budget is limited. But we want to release it on a large scale and request their support. “
Shah Rukh Khan waived ‘Deool Band 2’s’ bill, says Pravin Tarde
It was later revealed that the request eventually went to Shah Rukh Khan himself, whose team informed him that while the film was a heartfelt and well-crafted emotional drama, the makers could not afford the DCP. According to Tarde, there is no doubt in SRK’s answer. “He just said, ‘Waive off their bill.’ He told them, ‘This is a Marathi movie. Give them the DCP. We can settle the payments later. If it’s a good film, give them the DCP.They show great respect towards Marathi cinema. For him, film is more important than money. I thank all these people for the success of the film.” Tarde also expressed his wish to personally arrange a screening of the film for Shah Rukh Khan.
About ‘Deool Band 2’
Directed by Pravin Tarde, ‘Deool Band 2’ features Snehal Tarde in the lead role alongside veteran actor Mohan Joshi, who returns as Swami Samarth, a character he played in the original film. The story deals with the highly sensitive issue of: farmer commits suicide: while also exploring the ancient conflict between faith and atheism.
