´Samantar´ explores layers of man-woman relationship: Palekar

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The film marks the foray of Big Pictures into Marathi film industry.

The film talks about life and man-woman relationship. It takes yet another look at the relationship which is intriguing, fascinating and challenging, Palekar told reporters.

To a question on why he decided to cast Sharmila in the film, Palekar said he was a huge fan of hers and worked with her in a Bengali film. Besides being a powerful performer, she brings to her character, her natural poise, grace, dignity and charm.

Expressing happiness at the strides taken by Marathi cinema in recent years, Palekar said regional industry was always overshadowed and burdened by Bollywood.

"No other regional film industry has suffered this kind of unfair treatment. It lacked good marketing and distribution. But, the entry of Subhash Ghai's Mukta arts, Zee group and now Reliance Big pictures is a healthy sign. I am confident that they will take Marathi cinema not just to Maharashtra but also outside the state," he added.

Palekar said Marathi has a strong theatre culture. There is a strong generational shift and the audience now wants to see good Marathi films.

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