Jenma Films International

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Jenma Films International
FormerlyArtist Combine
Company type Private
Industry Entertainment
Founded1985 in Bombay, Maharashtra, India
Founder Mahesh Kothare
Amber Kothare
Products Film
OwnerMahesh Kothare [1]

Jenma Films International is an Indian film production company founded in 1985 by Mahesh Kothare. The company was mainly produced Marathi and Hindi films.

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History

Jenma Kothare originally known as Saroj, played a crucial role in nurturing her son Mahesh Kothare's cinematic journey. Alongside her husband, Amber Kothare, they shared a passion for the arts, initially connecting through experimental theater. Together, they established 'Artist Combine,' a theater production organization that became a platform for their creative endeavors. Nicknamed 'Jenma' by her aunt, she was a constant source of support for Mahesh, actively participating in his ventures both on and off the screen. From his early days as a child actor to his rise in the Hindi-Marathi film industry, Jenma was by his side, guiding and encouraging him every step of the way. Their collaborations produced beloved films like De Danadan , Dhadakebaaz , Zapatlela , and Majha Chakula under the banner of Jenma Films International, leaving an indelible mark on audiences. [2] [3]

In 2024, Mahesh Kothare announced a third installment of Zapatlela film series, scheduled to be theatrically released in 2025. [4] [5] [6] [7]

Filmography

Key
†Denotes films that have not yet been released
YearFilmLanguageNotesRef(s)
1985 Dhum Dhadaka Marathi [8] [9]
1987 De Danadan [10] [9]
1990 Dhadakebaaz [11] [9]
1993 Zapatlela Remade in Telugu as Ammo Bomma [12] [9]
1994 Majha Chakula Remade in Hindi as Masoom [13] [9]
1999Dhangad Dhinga [14] [9]
Lo Main Aa Gaya Hindi [15] [9]
2003 Chimani Pakhar MarathiAdaptation of 1993 Malayalam film Akashadoothu [8] [9]
2004 Pachadlela [16] [9]
2005 Khabardar [17] [9]
2025Zapatlela 3†Filming [4]

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