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Business Standard
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
'Swami-2' devotional music video launched amid spiritual fervor
VMPL Pune (Maharashtra) [India], August 2: Chants of "Anantkoti Brahmandanayak, Jai Jai Swami Samarth" reverberated through the auditorium as visuals of Swami Samarth lit up the screen and filled the atmosphere with devotional energy. In a grand launch ceremony held at MDS Banquets, Kiwale, the sequel to the popular devotional song 'Swami' -- titled 'Swami-2' -- was officially released on Tuesday evening. Following the immense popularity of its predecessor, 'Swami-2' has been produced by Bhairava Films and continues to narrate the spiritual journey and divine experiences of Swami devotees. The video is inspired by true events and features Dr. Prashant Gawali, a young entrepreneur, in the lead role, showcasing his emotionally resonant life story and his unwavering faith in Swami Samarth. The video has been directed by Manish Mahajan, sung by Harshvardhan Vavare, with lyrics and music by Narhar Rahekar and Brahma Mahajan. The combination of heartfelt storytelling and high production value has added another compelling chapter to the 'Swami' series. Speaking at the event, Dr. Prashant Gawali said, "I see Swami in my mother. His blessings have helped me through every struggle in life. This song is my humble attempt to express that spiritual journey. Swami lifts the burdens of life, and this video reflects that divine intervention which I experience every step of the way." The event was graced by several notable personalities, including industrialists Avinash Tupe, Usman Shaikh, Prakash Mangane, Sudama Das, and Yogita Gawali. Veteran actor Sunil Godbole, singer Avdhut Gandhi, and actors Akshay Waghmare, Sagar Dolatade, Abhijit Borate, Pratik Lad, Arbaaz Shaikh, and Hansraj Jagtap were also present. Music composer Brahma Mahajan added, "This song shows how devotion to Swami can lead an ordinary person to an extraordinary path. The first part was received with overwhelming love, and we believe this second part will equally resonate with Swami's devotees." The first video in the series has garnered over 15 million views, and with its blend of spirituality and personal transformation, 'Swami-2' is poised to touch many more hearts. - Inspired by real-life events, the film features entrepreneur Dr. Prashant Gawali portraying his journey under Swami Samarth's grace. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by VMPL. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
News18
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
‘Swami-2' devotional music video launched amid spiritual fervor
PUNE: Chants of 'Anantkoti Brahmandanayak, Jai Jai Swami Samarth" reverberated through the auditorium as visuals of Swami Samarth lit up the screen and filled the atmosphere with devotional energy. In a grand launch ceremony held at MDS Banquets, Kiwale, the sequel to the popular devotional song 'Swami' — titled 'Swami-2' — was officially released on Tuesday evening. Following the immense popularity of its predecessor, 'Swami-2' has been produced by Bhairava Films and continues to narrate the spiritual journey and divine experiences of Swami devotees. The video is inspired by true events and features Dr. Prashant Gawali, a young entrepreneur, in the lead role, showcasing his emotionally resonant life story and his unwavering faith in Swami Samarth.
The Print
14-07-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Attack on Sambhaji Brigade leader: Protest held in Latur
The protest in Latur was organised at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Chowk at 11am by outfits like Maratha Kranti Morcha, Sambhaji Brigade, Jijau Brigade, Maratha Seva Sangh, Vir Bhagat Singh Vidyarthi Parishad, Progressive Youth Federation, Swabhimani Muslim Organization etc. Gaikwad was manhandled by activists of the Shiv Dharma Foundation on Sunday and ink was thrown him for his alleged remarks against Swami Samarth, a revered 19th century saint whose 'samadhi' is in Akkalkot. Latur, Jul 14 (PTI) Several outfits held a protest in Latur on Monday against the attack on Sambhaji Brigade leader Pravin Gaikwad a day earlier in Akkalkot in Solapur district. They said the assault was a conspiracy by communal forces against those propagating progressive thoughts. They also questioned if the attackers are linked to the BJP, an allegation that the ruling party dismissed earlier in the day. The protesters also sought the withdrawal of Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill, which was recently passed by the assembly and council during the Monsoon Session, claiming it is meant to suppress the voices of intellectuals and those against the government. PTI COR BNM This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
The Hindu
14-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Sambhaji Brigade leader Pravin Gaikwad manhandled in Solapur for remarks against Swami Samarth
Sambhaji Brigade founding member Pravin Gaikwad was manhandled and ink was hurled on him allegedly by activists of an organisation over his reported remarks on Swami Samarth in Akkalkot village in Solapur district on Sunday (July 13, 2025), police said. Mr. Gaikwad alleged that he was targeted over his "progressive thoughts" by followers of Hindutva ideology. A viral video shows Mr. Gaikwad being pulled out of his car and manhandled by a group of people in the afternoon. "While Gaikwad was in his car, Shivdharm Foundation supporters staged protests, threw black ink on him and also tried to vandalise his car," an official said. Mr. Gaikwad had come to Akkalkot, widely known for its association with Swami Samarth, who is believed to be a reincarnation of Shree Dattatreya, to attend a felicitation ceremony organised by an educational institute and Sakal Maratha Samaj. The protesters also objected to Mr. Gaikwad's terming Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj as 'Sambhaji'. They demanded that the Sambhaji Brigade be renamed as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Brigade, the official said. Police booked Deepak Kate and six other members of Shivdharm Foundation under sections 115 (2), 189, 190, and 191 of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) for rioting and detained them. They were later allowed to go after the police served them notices. Mr. Gaikwad alleged it was an attempt to kill him for his "progressive thoughts". "I had gone to Akkalkot and suddenly members of the Shiv Dharma Foundation smeared black, sticky oil on me. They attacked me and tried to kill me. You may recall the murders of Dr Pansare, Kalburgi, Dr Dabholkar and Gauri Lankesh. In the current regime, activists with progressive thoughts are unsafe," he alleged while talking to reporters. "Sometimes there are attempts to break political parties. Then there are attempts to divide activists. When all such attempts fail, such attacks are carried out. We work with an ideology rooted in truth. Our thinking is aligned with the Constitution," Mr. Gaikwad added. The Sambhaji Brigade is working for humanity but, unfortunately, some misconceptions are spread about social organisations, following which those claiming to follow the Hindutva ideology carry out such attacks, he claimed. Sambhaji Brigade, a Maratha outfit, is named after Chatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, son of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. It had gained exposure in 2004 for allegedly attacking and vandalising the Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute in Pune, claiming that it helped American scholar James Laine's book on Shivaji Maharaj, certain parts of which were unacceptable to them. "Ideological opposition should be expressed through ideas. This path of violence is highly condemnable and deplorable," NCP (SP) MP Amol Kolhe said. His colleague and MLA Jitendra Awhad offered support to Mr. Gaikwad by calling him a "champion of progressive thoughts" and "a fighter".
