The serial ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba’ is getting a huge response from the audience. The story of Jyotiba’s incarnation can be seen by the audience in the form of this mythological serial. The story of Jyotiba’s Favourite horse Unmesh will also be seen in the serial soon. You have read the story of Jyotiba riding a white horse. But why is this horse white? Who gave this horse to Jyotiba?  The story behind this will be revealed in the serial ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba’.

Vishal Nikam, who plays the role of Jyotiba, has taken horse riding training for this serial. A horse named Kohinoor has made a special entry on the set to make this special occasion in the serial. As the name suggests, this horse is like a precious diamond Kohinoor. I have become friends with this special friend.  The Kohinoor takes care of me even if I make a little mistake while riding. The first person I meet when I come on the sets is Kohinoor. My favourite thing is to feed him and chat with him. Kohinoor has helped me play Jyotiba more convincingly.

In the coming episodes of the serial ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba’ we will get to see how Jyotiba got the horse, Unmesh. For that, don’t forget to watch ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba’ every evening at 6.30 pm on Star Pravah.

Star Pravah’s upcoming serial ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba’ held a webinar to announce the telecast date of of serial ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba’. It will start from October 23. Recently, the shooting of this serial started in Kolhapur Chitranagari. On this special occasion, media attended through e-press conference. Satish Rajwade, head of program of Star Pravah, well-known producer and director Mahesh Kothare, president of Maharashtra Devasthan Samiti Mahesh Jadhav, scholar of folk deities Dr. Vitthal Bapuji Thombre and Managing Director of Kolhapur Chitranagari Sanjay Patil graced the occasion.

‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba’ is the folk deity of Maharashtra. Thousands of devotees bow down to their beloved deity, Jyotiba. Devotees have not been able to visit Jyotiba’s temple for more than six months during the Corona pandemic crisis. This hope of the devotees for the visit of their beloved deity will soon be fulfilled. Jyotiba will be visiting their homes in the form of the legendary serial ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba’. In the current situation, it is a good omen of Jyotiba coming in the form of a serial. Star Pravah and Kothare Visions have accepted this new challenge and the serial ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba’ will hit the screens from October 23 at 6.30 pm.on Star Pravah.

What is special is that the entire shooting of the serial will take place in Kolhapur city where Jyotiba Temple is situation. A magnificent set of this serial has been set up at Kolhapur Chitranagari. The shoot of this serial has given a new opportunity to the technicians, labourers and workers from Kolhapur. The serial will be shot strictly adhering to the government’s SOPs.

Commenting on the grandeur of the serial, Satish Rajwade, Head of Programmes, Star Pravah, said, ‘The serial will showcase the vision of their adorable deity through honest entertainment to the viewers and some new and familiar aspects of that deity’s life. Devotees will watch the serial regularly, and they will be able to watch the serial of their beloved Jyotiba and his glory in the comfort of their homes.’

Producer Mahesh Kothare said, ‘A grand set has been set up in Kolhapur for this serial. The work of the set has been going on for about a month and a half. Building such a grand set in Kolhapur was also a challenge. Art director Santosh Phutane is working day and night on the requirements for setting department. These include Jyotiba’s palace, Mahalakshmi’s palace, village, ashram, chroma floor etc. Also appreciated are the creations of Nilima Kothare and Nita Khandke who have done a lot of research and created costumes and jewelery for the serial. Reference of many books has been taken while doing this. I’m sure the serial will take all this to a whole new level. ‘

Mahesh Jadhav, President, West Maharashtra Devasthan Samiti, said, “Shri Jyotiba is a great personality and his persona will be explored through this serial. The Devasthan Samiti will help in all respects for the serial.’ Dr.  Vitthal Bapuji Thombre is the expert advisor of this serial. He has a PhD in Marathi. He is well known in Maharashtra as a researcher, historian and writer. Managing Director of Kolhapur Chitranagari Sanjay Patil has also been instrumental in helping this serial. Swami Bal is in charge of writing the serial  and Avinash Waghmare is directing it.

So get ready to witness the story of this deity of Maharashtra ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba’ from 23rd October at 6.30 pm on Star Pravah.

Star Pravah Channel has captured the minds of the viewers by presenting quality serials in the world of entertainment. Soon a serial is in the offing citing Jyotiba’s greatness on Star Pravah channel. (दख्खनचा राजा ज्योतिबा’) ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotibala’ is the folk deity of Maharashtra. Thousands of devotees bow down to their beloved deity, Jyotiba. Devotees have not been able to visit Jyotiba’s temple for more than six months during the Corona crisis. This hope of the devotees for the visit of their beloved deity will soon be fulfilled. Jyotiba will be seen at home in the form of the legendary serial ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba’ which will soon start on Star Pravah. In the current situation, it is a good omen to get to watch Jyotiba in a serial in corona pandemic times.  Star Pravah and Kothare Visions have accepted this new challenge and the series ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotibala’ will hit the screens from October 23 at 6.30 pm.

What is special about this serial is that the entire shooting of the serial will take place in Kolhapur city where Jyotiba Devasthan is located. The magnificent set of the serial is coming up in Kolhapur Chitranagari and the shooting of the serial will start soon. The occasion of this serial has given a new opportunity to the technicians and workers of Kolhapur.

Commenting on the grandeur of the series, Satish Rajwade, Head of Program, Star Pravah, said, ‘The serial will showcase the vision of an adorable deity through honest entertainment to their fans and some new and familiar aspects of that deity’s life. Devotees will watch the serial regularly, and they will be able to see the serial on the life of Jyotiba and his glory at home.’

Commenting on the grandeur of the series, producer Mahesh Kothare said, “A grand set has been set up in Kolhapur for this serial. The work of the set has been going on for about a month and a half. Building such a grand set in Kolhapur was also a challenge. Art director Santosh Phutane and his team is working day and night to build the set. This include Jyotiba’s palace, Mahalakshmi’s palace, village, ashram, chroma floor etc. Many things needed for this, had to be transported from Mumbai. Also appreciated are the creations of Nilima Kothare and Nita Khandke who have done a lot of research and created costumes and jewelery for the serial. Evidence of many books has been taken while doing this.  I’m sure the serial will take all this to a whole new level.’

Dr.  Vitthal Bapuji Thombre is the expert advisor for this serial. He has done PhD (Vidyavachaspati) in Marathi. He is well known in Maharashtra as a historian, researcher and a writer. ‘Maharashtratil Lokdaivate’ is his area of studies’ interest. His research on Jyotiba is soon to be published in book form. In addition, the chairman of the Western Maharashtra Devasthan Samiti, Shri. Mahesh Jadhav (Minister of State) Kolhapur is also imparting guidance for this serial. Swami Bal is in charge of writing the serial and Avinash Waghmare is directing it.

So witness at the story of this deity of Maharashtra from 23rd October at 6.30 pm ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba’ on Star Pravah.

As the condition of Mumbai is still critical with daily corona cases erupting, marathi entertainment industry have opted a solution to shoot outside Mumbai. Mumbai’s film city is not safe for shoots, so many marathi producers have gone for a second option of Kolhapur Chitranagari. During Ganapati festival famous production house Kothare Visions launched it’s yet another mythological serial ‘Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba’. The four generations of Kothares were present at the launch. Star Pravah will be presenting this serial.